U341 Alcon Research, LLC. Company · Goleta, CA
Sr. Associate, Software Verification at U341 Alcon Research, LLC. Company — Goleta, CA
Full-timeGoleta, CAPosted 2026-07-08Apply on Workday
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We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As a Senior Associate, Software Engineer (Verification), you will be trusted to drive software design, development, and verification activities. You will be trusted to drive the design, execution, review, and approval of software verification deliverables, with a strong focus on ensuring high-quality, compliant solutions for patients and customers onsite at the Goleta, CA location in the Santa Barbara area.
- Verification of complex software applications embedded in state-of-the-art ophthalmic instruments in all phases of software development lifecycle including planning, inputs, design, implementation, and testing.
- Review and approve software documentation throughout the software development life cycle.
- Write and execute manual system level test cases and procedures.
- Lead or participate in project teams to facilitate Software Test Planning / Software Verification activities / SQA support.
- Coordinate software test activities with software development team and other stakeholders.
- Provide support on other project activities such as training, clinical activities, and audits.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:
- Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +10 yrs; Assoc.+6 yrs; M.S.+0 yrs)
- The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English.
- 2 Years of Relevant Experience
- Sponsorship: Yes
- Relocation: Yes
Preferred:
- Strong knowledge of software development life cycles (Agile, iterative)
- Experience working in FDA- and ISO-regulated environments for software development and verification.
- Hands‐on experience with software verification and validation practices
- Experience testing embedded software systems.
- Proficiency with software test automation tools such as Ranorex, Selenium, Sikuli, or similar.
- Familiarity with software configuration management and change management tools.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively in cross‐functional teams.
HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:
- See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities.
- Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!
- Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!
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Pay Range
99,450.00 - 128,700.00
Pay Frequency
Annual