Sr Principal Software Engineer

Build what matters. Scale what heals.At Alcon, you won’t just ship code—you’ll build platforms that directly impact how patients see the world.We are looking for a hands-on Sr. Principal Software Engineer to take ownership of core systems within the Alcon Digital Health (ADI) platform—our global digital ecosystem powering customer and healthcare professional experiences at scale. The Role (What You’ll Own)Define and own architecture for high-scale, cloud-native platforms used globallyLead from the front: stay hands-on while guiding engineering teamsBuild and evolve microservices ecosystems (Java, Spring Boot, AWS)Drive adoption of AI/GenAI capabilities (AWS Bedrock preferred) into real products—not PoCsPartner directly with Product Management & Customer Ops leaders to shape outcomesSet the bar for engineering excellence (DevOps, CI/CD via Azure DevOps, security, reliability)Influence technical direction across teams—not just within your scopeWhat Sets You ApartYou own problems end-to-end, not just componentsYou can switch seamlessly between architecture, coding, and stakeholder discussionsYou’ve built and scaled distributed systems that actually run in production at scaleYou bring pragmatism to AI adoption (you know what works vs. hype)You elevate teams—through mentorship, standards, and exampleCore ExperienceStrong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, microservices architecturesProven track record building cloud-native systems on AWSExperience integrating or scaling AI/GenAI solutions (Bedrock a strong plus)Demonstrated ability to lead technically while staying hands-onExperience working across global teams and senior stakeholdersBonus PointsKubernetes, Helm, container platformsAPI security and system design at scaleExperience in digital health or regulated environmentsWhy This Role MattersYou’ll shape a global digital health platform used across marketsYou’ll work on real products with measurable business impactYou’ll operate at the intersection of cloud, AI, and healthcareYou’ll have high visibility and influence across product and engineering leadershipWhat You’ll Bring to AlconBachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school+15 yrs. Assoc.+11 yrs.; M.S.+4 yrs.; PhD+3 yrs.) The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English7 Years of Relevant Experience What You GetFlexible time offOption to work remotely one day per week during summer monthsHigh-impact role with strong leadership exposureGlobal, fast-moving engineering environmentRelocation AvailableUp to 10% travelBottom LineIf you’re looking for a role where you can own architecture, stay deeply technical, and drive real-world impact at scale—this is it.ATTENTION: Current Alcon Employee/Contingent WorkerIf you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site.Find Jobs for EmployeesFind Jobs for Contingent WorkerALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFYAlcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to View email address on us.fitly.work and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.SummaryLocation: Fort Worth, TexasType: Full time