Principal Software Engineer (Medical Device Software/C#/C++, .NET, Windows)
Alcon
Summary
As a Principal Software Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader responsible for architecting, designing, and developing complex Windows-based software applications that support Alcon's next-generation ophthalmic diagnostic and surgical medical devices. You will drive software architecture and influence engineering best practices across multiple product development programs leveraging technologies including C#, .NET, WPF/XAML, MVVM, C, and C++.
Job description
In this role, a typical day will include:
- Lead the architecture, design, and development of Windows-based software for ophthalmic medical devices.
- Drive technical strategy and architectural decisions across multiple product development initiatives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Systems Engineering, Quality, Regulatory, Hardware, and Product Management.
- Mentor engineers and champion software development best practices, quality, and innovation.
- Guide all phases of the software development lifecycle, from requirements through verification and release.
- Evaluate and implement technologies and processes that improve product performance, reliability, and scalability.
- Serve as a technical leader, influencing engineering direction and supporting key business objectives.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:
- Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs; Assoc.+9 yrs; M.S.+2 yrs; PhD+0 yrs)
- The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English.
- 5 Years of Relevant Experience
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Educational background in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Experience developing Windows-based software applications using C#, .NET, WPF/XAML, MVVM, C, C++, and Microsoft technology stacks.
- Strong understanding of software architecture, object-oriented design principles, design patterns, inter-process communication (IPC), and scalable software development practices.
- Experience with hardware-software integration, system-level debugging, and troubleshooting of complex electromechanical systems.
- Demonstrated hands-on experience using oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers, or other diagnostic and measurement equipment to troubleshoot, analyze, and validate system performance and signal integrity.
- Ability to read, interpret, and use schematic diagrams, interface specifications, and technical documentation to support root cause analysis and product development.
- Experience working in FDA-regulated medical device environments or other highly regulated industries.
- Knowledge of multi-threading, inter-process communication, TCP/IP networking, automated testing methodologies, source control (Git), and software verification practices.
- Familiarity with healthcare interoperability technologies and standards such as HL7, FHIR, DICOM, Protocol Buffers, medical imaging, image processing, signal processing, algorithm development, and advanced healthcare technologies.
- Experience with ophthalmic technologies, medical imaging, image processing, signal processing, algorithm development, geometric computations or other advanced healthcare technologies.
- Demonstrated capability to drive innovation and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Quality, Regulatory, and Product Management.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +13 yrs; Assoc.+9 yrs; M.S.+2 yrs; PhD+0 yrs)
- The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English.
- 5 Years of Relevant Experience
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement planning
- Flexible time off
Company overview
Alcon Inc. is the global leader in eye care, dedicated to helping people see brilliantly. Founded in 1945 as a small pharmacy in Fort Worth, Texas, the company has grown into the world's largest eye care device company with complementary businesses in Surgical and Vision Care. As a Swiss-American multinational corporation headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland with major operations in Fort Worth, Texas, Alcon operates in 60 countries and serves patients in over 140 countries. The company's Surgical segment focuses on ophthalmic products for cataract surgery, vitreoretinal surgery, refractive laser surgery, and glaucoma surgery, including implantables, consumables, and surgical equipment. The Vision Care segment comprises daily disposable, reusable, and color-enhancing contact lenses, along with a comprehensive portfolio of ocular health products for dry eye, contact lens care, and ocular allergies. With over 75 years of heritage, Alcon has a long history of industry firsts and makes substantial annual investments in research and development to meet evolving customer needs and advance patient care. The company became an independent publicly-traded entity in 2019 after spinning off from Novartis.