Principal , Embedded Software Engineer

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Lake Forest, California time type:
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April 1, 2026 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition :
R-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 I, Embedded Software Engineer
** supporting the
** Research and Development of Surgical Devices,
** you will be trusted to work on exciting and challenging projects, applying your skills to design, develop, integrate and test computer-controlled electromechanical devices in a Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) environment. You will contribute to software risk management and writing software requirements to ensure our products are safe for use on millions of patients and in compliance with regulations worldwide. As a member of our team, you will work with the latest technologies and software development principles, using your experience in C++ and C programming languages targeting embedded microcontrollers.

You will also apply your knowledge of object-oriented design patterns and implementation in C++, and experience with RTOS based applications to design and develop multi-threaded applications. You will gain an in-depth understanding of the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the eye, as our work is focused on developing medical devices for this field. Your work will have a direct impact on people's lives, making it both rewarding and  this role, a typical day will include:
* Developing cutting-edge software for embedded systems based on requirements and specifications
* Designing and implementing software architectures for embedded systems
* Creating software documentation that is user-friendly and technically accurate
* Conducting thorough software testing and debugging to ensure that our systems meet the highest standards
* Collaborating with hardware engineers to ensure that software and hardware work seamlessly together
* Participating in code reviews and contributing to the continuous improvement of our software development process
* Keeping up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies in embedded systems, and sharing your knowledge with the team
** WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:
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* Minimum 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
* Education in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Proficient with formal software development and test methodologies
* Proficient knowledge of embedded software architecture and design patterns

Preferred Requirements:
* Hands on embedded software development experience
* Experience in developing firmware for medical devices
* Proficiency in C /C++ targeting embedded Microcontrollers (Example: ST STM
32, NXP Kinetis or similar)
* Object Oriented design patterns and implementation in C++
* Experience with RTOS based applications and designing multi-threaded applications
* Strong debugging skills at component-level designs on the PCBA or within an integrated product
* Experience with CAN and Ethernet
* Experience in software risk management and writing software requirements
* Experience with waveform generation, transducer signal sampling, motor control and other electromechanical control
* Understanding of electronic circuitry: board bring up and interfacing with on and off chip peripherals such as SPI, UART, I2C, ADC s and DAC s
* Proficient in using lab equipment (logic analyzers, in-circuit emulators,…