The Apprentice Software Engineer role at Alcon is a 24-month apprenticeship program designed for recent graduates in Computer Science or related disciplines. The program provides hands-on experience in software development, medical device lifecycle management, and platform sustainment activities.
Alcon is a global medical company specializing in eye care products. As part of the Novartis group, Alcon is committed to helping people see the world better. With a strong presence in India, Alcon offers a range of opportunities for professionals in the medical device and software development industries.
Why required: Analytical thinking is essential for software development and lifecycle management activities, where engineers need to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions.
How recruiters evaluate: The recruiter will evaluate the candidate's analytical thinking skills through problem-solving exercises and case studies.
Why required: Attention to detail is critical in software development and medical device lifecycle management, where small errors can have significant consequences.
How recruiters evaluate: The recruiter will evaluate the candidate's attention to detail through coding exercises and quality assurance scenarios.
Why required: Basic programming knowledge is necessary for software development activities, where engineers need to write code and develop software applications.
How recruiters evaluate: The recruiter will evaluate the candidate's programming skills through coding exercises and technical interviews.
Why required: Strong documentation and reporting skills are essential for software development and lifecycle management activities, where engineers need to create technical documentation and reports.
How recruiters evaluate: The recruiter will evaluate the candidate's documentation and reporting skills through writing exercises and technical reports.
Why required: Good communication and teamwork abilities are necessary for software development and lifecycle management activities, where engineers need to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
How recruiters evaluate: The recruiter will evaluate the candidate's communication and teamwork skills through group discussions and team-based exercises.
Why required: Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes is essential for software development and lifecycle management activities, where engineers need to stay up-to-date with emerging technologies.
How recruiters evaluate: The recruiter will evaluate the candidate's willingness to learn and adapt through behavioral interviews and scenario-based exercises.
Recent graduates in Computer Science or related disciplines who are interested in gaining hands-on experience in software development and medical device lifecycle management.
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Bachelor's degree (B.E / B.Tech) in Computer Science or related disciplines.
B.Tech graduates in Computer Science or related disciplines.
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The salary range for software engineers in India is between ₹6 lakhs and ₹15 lakhs per annum.
The salary range for freshers in software engineering is between ₹4 lakhs and ₹8 lakhs per annum.
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The salary growth for software engineers in India is around 10-15% per annum.
Design, develop, and test software applications.
Lead software development teams and mentor junior engineers.
Oversee technical projects and ensure timely delivery.
Develop your programming skills in Python.
Learn about medical device lifecycle management and its applications.
To succeed in this role, focus on developing your programming skills, learning about medical device lifecycle management, and improving your communication and teamwork abilities.
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Apprentice Software Engineer [LCM]
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End Date: July 17, 2026 (1 day left to apply)
job requisition id
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Job Overview
We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated Apprentice Engineers to join our Lifecycle Management (LCM) Team as part of a 24-month apprenticeship program.
This role is intended for recent graduates in Computer Science, Information Science or related disciplines who are interested in gaining hands-on experience in software development, medical device lifecycle management, device testing, and platform sustainment activities.
The apprentice will work closely with experienced engineers and gain exposure to the end-to-end lifecycle of regulated medical devices, including software maintenance, platform upgrades, operating system patching, testing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Support software development, maintenance, and lifecycle management activities for medical device products.
Assist in implementing, validating, and verifying software changes and enhancements.
Participate in functional, integration testing of medical devices and associated software applications.
Support operating system upgrade and patch validation activities.
Assist in root cause investigation, defect analysis, and troubleshooting activities.
Create and maintain technical documentation, test reports, and engineering records.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to software quality, reliability, and maintainability.
Support automation and productivity improvement efforts where applicable.
Learning & Development
During the apprenticeship, the candidate will gain exposure to:
Medical device software development lifecycle (SDLC)
Lifecycle management and sustainment engineering activities
Operating system patch creation and validation processes
Defect management and issue-tracking processes
Emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence applications in engineering workflows
Eligibility Criteria
Bachelor’s degree (B.E / B.Tech) in:
Computer Science
Information Science
Strong academic background
Basic understanding of software development fundamentals
Required Skills
Analytical thinking, attention to detail and quality-oriented mindset
Basic programming knowledge (C/C++/Python/Java/C#) is a plus
Strong documentation and reporting skills
Good communication and teamwork abilities
Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes
Preferred Skills (Optional)
Exposure to operating systems such as Windows or Linux
Knowledge of version control systems (Git, Azure DevOps, etc.)
Awareness of software development lifecycle processes
Prior academic or project experience in application development, testing, or automation
