Software Engineer - Apprentice

Responsibilities

• Provide responsive support to end-users and address issues related to software engineering projects
• Monitor and maintain AWS infrastructure to ensure high availability and resolve incidents promptly
• Perform QA testing on JIRA stories within regular Agile sprints
• Investigate and resolve incidents related to performance, functionality, and user access
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of support processes, issue resolutions, and user interactions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate technical details into user-friendly language
• Participate in Sprint Retrospective sessions to drive continuous process improvement

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of applicable experience
• 0-1 year of IT experience, preferably with familiarity in medical devices or commercial applications
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or Java
• Experience with AWS cloud services (EC2, S3, Lambda, CloudWatch)
• Knowledge of front-end technologies including Angular, TypeScript, HTML, CSS, or React JS
• Knowledge of back-end technologies such as Node.js, Express, or FastAPI
• Ability to work effectively within an Agile, multi-disciplinary team environment
• Strong English communication skills, including reading, writing, and verbal interaction

About the Company

Alcon is a global leader in eye care, dedicated to helping people see better through innovative devices and solutions. Founded in 1945, the company develops and manufactures products for the full life cycle of eye care needs, ranging from surgical equipment for cataract removal to consumer contact lens solutions. Alcon operates in 180 countries worldwide.