Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two. Worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
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Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 191 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first.
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The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
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No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area.
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What CVS Pharmacy INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles48 certified filings for “Sr Software Development Engineer” (Software Developers) in TX: $142k–$174k, median $156k.
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Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
Details and sources
- Employer is on a government sponsor record
- The US Department of Labor certified 191 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- No salary bar for this route
- H-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What CVS Pharmacy INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles
- 48 certified filings for “Sr Software Development Engineer” (Software Developers) in TX: $142k–$174k, median $156k. Most were filed at wage level IV (46%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. The pay stated here ($64,890.00 - $129,780.00) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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About the role
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
The Automation Engineer ensures efficient and effective automation of software testing and development processes by planning and strategizing test scenarios, collaborating with stakeholders, and staying updated with industry trends. Contributes to improved quality, faster delivery, and enhanced productivity by developing and maintaining test automation frameworks, creating robust and reusable test scripts, executing automated tests, and integrating automation into the CI/CD pipeline.
Job Responsibilities
• Designs and develops complex automated solutions, frameworks, and scripts to streamline and optimize manual processes.
• Implements and maintains automation tools and technologies, ensuring efficient and reliable execution of automated tests and processes.
• Identifies opportunities for automation within software development, infrastructure, and operations workflows, leveraging industry best practices and continuous improvement principles.
• Communicates with cross-functional teams, including software developers, quality assurance, and operations, to define automation requirements and ensure seamless integration into existing systems.
• Conducts routine tests and validation of automated workflows and scripts, ensuring accurate and robust functionality across different environments and scenarios.
• Debugs automation issues, providing timely resolution and implementing preventive measures to minimize future occurrences.
• Analyzes complex automated processes and test results, identifying areas for improvement and optimizing performance to enhance efficiency and reliability.
• Trains and supports team members in the use of automation tools and frameworks, promoting knowledge sharing and empowering others to leverage automation capabilities.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to define and document automation requirements, specifications, and test plans, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Required Qualifications
• 3-5 years work experience setting up automated testing
• Working knowledge of problem solving and decision making skills
Preferred Qualifications
• ISA Certified Automation Professional (CAP) preferred.
• Certified Software Tester (CSTE) preferred.
Education
Bachelor's degree preferred/specialized training/relevant professional qualification.
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$64,890.00 - $129,780.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package
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