Senior Manager - Software Engineering

Senior Manager Software Engineering

About Alcon

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.

Position Summary

Alcon is seeking a Senior Manager, Software Development to lead a small team of software engineers while actively contributing as a hands-on developer. This is a working manager role—balancing leadership responsibilities with technical execution.

This position requires extensive hands-on experience in C#/.NET WPF development, deep knowledge of medical device software standards, and proven leadership in agile environments. The Senior Manager will balance technical execution and software development in C# with people management, ensuring delivery of high-quality, compliant software solutions that support Alcon’s mission to enhance sight and improve lives.

You will play a pivotal role in developing safety-critical software for medical devices, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving innovation in ophthalmic technology.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Management

· Supervise, mentor, and develop a small team of software engineers.

· Conduct performance evaluations, career development planning, and resource allocation.

· Facilitate Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.

· Ensure alignment of team deliverables with business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Technical Responsibilities

· Design, develop, and maintain applications in C#/.NET WPF.

· Author and review software engineering documentation including requirements, architecture, detailed design, and test protocols.

· Implement and maintain automated unit testing and test automation frameworks.

· Ensure compliance with IEC 62304 and other applicable medical device software standards.

· Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and technical decision-making.

Project Oversight

· Manage project schedules, risks, and deliverables for safety-critical software.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Quality, Regulatory, and Systems Engineering.

· Drive continuous improvement in software development processes and practices.

Talent & Capability Development

· Establish sustainable practices for talent acquisition, development, and retention to meet current and future needs.

· Foster a high-performance engineering culture focused on innovation, agility, and continuous learning.

· Play a pivotal role in shaping Alcon’s software development practices, driving innovation, and scaling the group into a larger, more mature engineering organization.

Qualifications & Experience

· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.

· 15-20+ years of experience developing safety-critical software in the medical device industry.

· Proven experience as a working manager, balancing leadership and technical contributions.

· Extensive experience in C#, .NET, WPF development including the Model-View-ViewModel (MVVM) pattern.

· Additional experience with C++ and Microsoft technology stacks.

· Deep knowledge of IEC 62304 and medical device software lifecycle processes.

· Hands-on experience with Scrum/agile methodologies.

· Proficiency in automated unit testing and test automation frameworks.

· Demonstrated ability to author comprehensive software documentation (requirements, architecture, design, test protocols).

· Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

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Experience Level

Senior Level