Principal I, Software Engineering

Summary of Position:

At Alcon, we're passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly.

With more than 25,000 associates, we innovate fearlessly, champion progress, and act swiftly to impact global eye health.

We foster an inclusive culture, recognizing your contributions and offering opportunities to grow your career like never before.

Together, we make a difference in the lives of our patients and customers.

Are you ready to join us?

This role is part of Alcon's Information Technology function, a team that delivers cutting-edge technology solutions to Alcon associates and customers to help our people and the world see brilliantly.

The Principal I, Software Engineering (Science/Tech/Engineering Path), is primarily responsible for leading the design and development of software solutions, leveraging advanced technical expertise to influence engineering teams and the broader organization.

Specifics Include:

• Lead the design and implementation of complex software solutions
• Provide technical guidance to engineering teams and mentor junior engineers
• Collaborate with product management and business leaders to ensure software solutions meet business needs
• Ensure best practices are followed and optimize development processes
• Continuously evaluate and improve the software development lifecycle
• Lead high-impact engineering projects and drive technical direction for the software engineering team
• Contribute to the company’s ability to deliver innovative and high-quality software
• Make key technical decisions on software design, architecture, and engineering strategies
• Act as a subject-matter expert and provide guidance on complex technical challengesAll associates must adhere to GxP regulations by strictly following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining accurate and complete documentation, ensuring rigorous quality control, and completing all required training. Associates are responsible for meeting their individual job requirements and contributing to the overall compliance of the organization. Compliance with regulatory requirements and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential to our operations.