Principal, Software Engineering - Digital Health

Alcon; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sponsorship available

Job summary

Alcon is seeking a Principal Software Engineer in Fort Worth, TX to design, develop, and deliver scalable backend services with Java/Spring Boot, microservices, and cloud-native architectures. You will also contribute to frontend work using React.js to create seamless user experiences across digital health platforms.

The role emphasizes collaboration with product owners, solution architects, and DevOps, along with mentoring engineers and upholding engineering excellence in an Agile environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of directly related experience.
• English fluency in reading, writing, understanding, and communicating.
• 5+ years of relevant experience developing enterprise-grade applications with backend focus.
• Strong hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, and microservices.
• Experience building cloud-native solutions using AWS and distributed system design.
• Proficiency with SQL/NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, DynamoDB).
• Experience with React.js, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3; Angular knowledge a plus.
• Security, API authentication/authorization, CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, and DevOps practices.
• Testing with JUnit, Mockito; serverless and event-driven AWS Lambda preferred.
• Mentor engineers and contribute to engineering excellence.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable, secure enterprise applications with backend focus.
• Develop and enhance microservices, APIs, and components using Java and cloud-native tech.
• Deliver software aligned with product roadmaps, requirements, and architecture standards.
• Implement integrations and data flows across enterprise platforms.
• Ensure reliability, security, maintainability, and engineering best practices.
• Collaborate with product, solution architects, and cross-functional teams to deliver features.
• Contribute to frontend development using React.js for seamless UX.

Skills

English proficiency

Software design

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

React.js

TypeScript

JavaScript

HTML5

CSS3

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

PostgreSQL

DynamoDB

Git

JUnit

Mockito

Job description

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you'll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.

We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As a Principal Software Engineer supporting our Digital Health Engineering Team, you will design, develop, and deliver scalable, secure, and high-performance enterprise applications with a primary focus on Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and cloud-native backend services. You will also contribute to modern web application development using React.js, helping create seamless end-to-end user experiences. You will work closely with Product Owners, Solution Architects, DevOps engineers, and cross-functional teams. You will build innovative solutions, drive engineering excellence, mentor team members, and help shape the future of our digital platforms through modern technologies and best practices. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who is passionate about solving complex technical challenges, delivering high-quality software, and driving innovation in a fast-paced Agile environment at our Fort Worth, TX location. In this role, a typical day will include:

• Continuously evaluate and adopt emerging technologies, tools, and development methodologies to drive innovation.

• Design, build, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance enterprise applications with a primary focus on backend services.

• Develop and enhance Microservices, APIs, and application components using Java, Spring Boot, and cloud-native technologies.

• Deliver high-quality software solutions that align with product roadmaps, business requirements, and architectural standards.

• Design and implement integrations, data flows, and interconnected business processes across enterprise platforms.

• Ensure application reliability, security, maintainability, and operational excellence through testing, code reviews, and engineering best practices.

• Collaborate with Product Owners, Solution Architects, and cross-functional teams to deliver new features and platform enhancements.

• Contribute to front-end development using React.js to create responsive and intuitive user experiences, with seamless integration to backend services.

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues throughout the application lifecycle.

• Participate in Agile development activities, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and retrospectives.

• Mentor junior engineers and champion software engineering best practices.

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.+4 yrs; PhD+0 yrs)

• The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English.

• 5 Years of Relevant Experience

• 5+ years of experience developing enterprise-grade applications with strong expertise in backend engineering.

• Strong hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, Spring Framework, and Microservices-based architectures.

• Experience building cloud-native solutions using AWS services and modern distributed system design principles.

• Proficiency with SQL and NoSQL databases, including PostgreSQL and DynamoDB.

• Experience developing modern web applications using React.js, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3. Angular knowledge is a plus.

• Solid understanding of secure software development practices, API security, authentication, and authorization frameworks.

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git, Docker, Kubernetes, and DevOps practices.

• Knowledge of automated testing frameworks and unit/integration testing methodologies (JUnit, Mockito, etc.).

• Exposure to serverless and event-driven architectures, including AWS Lambda, is preferred.

• Experience with headless CMS platforms such as Strapi is a plus.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, Agile environment.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers, drive technical excellence, and contribute to a culture of continuous learning.

• Travel requirements: up to 10%

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing healthcare, digital platforms, or e-commerce applications.

• Experience with cloud-native architectures, observability, and monitoring tools.

• Knowledge of event-driven integration patterns and enterprise system integration.

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON

• Benefit from working in a highly collaborative environment.

• Join Alcon's mission to provide top-tier, innovative products to enhance sight, enhance lives, and grow your career.

• Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off, and much more!

• Relocation assistance: Yes

• Sponsorship available: Yes

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