Alcon is hiring for the position of Apprentice – Software Engineer in Bangalore, India. Candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree are eligible to apply for this position. The complete information, eligibility criteria, and requirements are provided below.
Job Description:
| Company Name | Alcon |
| Position | Apprentice – Software Engineer |
| Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree (B.E / B.Tech) |
| Experience | Freshers |
| Location | Bangalore, India |
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform functional, integration, and system-level testing of medical instruments and associated software, including manual, automation, instrumentation, and performance testing.
- Execute test cases, test plans, and validation protocols to ensure product quality and reliability.
- Support verification and validation (V&V) activities for medical devices.
- Identify, document, and track defects using defect management tools.
- Assist in developing and executing automated test scenarios where applicable.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support testing and validation activities.
- Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements, including ISO and FDA-related guidelines as applicable.
- Document test results, observations, and deviations in a clear and structured manner.
- Assist in troubleshooting issues identified during testing and validation phases.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes, methodologies, and tools.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Bachelor’s degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Computer Science, Information Science, Information Technology, or Electronics & Communication Engineering.
- Strong academic record with a solid foundation in technical concepts.
- Basic understanding of software testing principles and/or electronics fundamentals.
Required Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
- Basic programming knowledge in C, C++, Python, or Java is an added advantage.
- Understanding of software testing concepts, including manual testing, test case creation, and defect tracking.
- Good documentation, reporting, and technical writing skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to a regulated medical device testing and validation environment.
Preferred Skills:
- Exposure to embedded systems, instrumentation, or hardware testing.
- Familiarity with test automation frameworks and scripting techniques.
- Basic awareness of quality and regulatory standards such as ISO 13485 and FDA guidelines.
- Experience with defect and test management tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps (ADO), or similar platforms.
About Company:
Alcon helps people see brilliantly. As the global leader in eye care with a heritage spanning over 75 years, we offer the broadest portfolio of products to enhance sight and improve people’s lives. Our Surgical and Vision Care products touch the lives of more than 260 million people in over 140 countries each year living with conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases and refractive errors. Our more than 25,000 associates are enhancing the quality of life through innovative products, partnerships with Eye Care Professionals and programs that advance access to quality eye care. Learn more at www.alcon.com.
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