Alcon: Software Engineer Apprentice

Job Description:

Alcon is hiring Software Engineer Apprentices for a 1-year full-time internship program in Bangalore, offering an excellent opportunity for final-year students and recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in full-stack software development. This role is ideal for aspiring developers looking to build practical skills in Java, Spring Boot, React, and database technologies while working in a real-world Agile engineering environment. As part of Alcon’s technology ecosystem, you will contribute to developing scalable digital solutions while learning industry-standard engineering practices from experienced professionals.

In this apprenticeship role, you will work on both backend and frontend development, helping build modern applications using Java-based microservices and responsive user interfaces with React. You will collaborate closely with product, QA, and UX teams in an Agile/Scrum environment, participating in sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and feature delivery. The role provides valuable exposure to software development lifecycles, coding standards, databases, and collaborative engineering workflows, making it a strong launchpad for a long-term software development career.

Alcon offers a learning-focused and innovation-driven environment where apprentices are encouraged to grow technically and professionally. This opportunity allows candidates to gain practical project exposure, improve problem-solving abilities, and understand enterprise-level software engineering practices. For students and fresh graduates looking to enter the software industry with strong full-stack development experience, this apprenticeship offers an ideal starting point with mentorship, structured learning, and real-world impact.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Develop backend services using Java and Spring Boot, contributing to scalable and efficient application functionality.
• Build and enhance front-end user interfaces using React, ensuring responsive and user-friendly experiences.
• Work with SQL and relational databases to support data storage, retrieval, and integration requirements.
• Participate actively in Agile and Scrum ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product, QA, and UX to deliver high-quality software features.
• Support coding, debugging, testing, and troubleshooting activities across different stages of the development lifecycle.
• Follow software engineering best practices, coding standards, and version control workflows using Git.
• Contribute to feature implementation, bug fixes, and incremental product improvements under mentorship.
• Learn and adapt to enterprise software development processes, tools, and modern full-stack technologies.
• Document development work and support knowledge sharing within the engineering team.

Requirements & Eligibility:

• Final-year students or recent graduates in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related fields are eligible to apply.
• Basic knowledge of Java programming and Spring Boot framework for backend development.
• Hands-on exposure to React or understanding of front-end development concepts is preferred.
• Fundamental understanding of SQL and relational database concepts for data handling.
• Familiarity with Git, version control, and software development fundamentals is beneficial.
• Understanding of basic data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming concepts.
• Strong willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to a fast-paced development environment.
• Good problem-solving and analytical thinking skills for handling development tasks effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively in team environments and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Passion for software development and eagerness to build a long-term career in full-stack engineering.

Expected Salary:

For Software Engineer Apprentice roles in India, stipend or compensation typically ranges between ₹20,000 to ₹40,000 per month, depending on company structure and candidate profile. For a premium technology apprenticeship like Alcon, candidates may also receive structured learning benefits, mentorship, and potential full-time conversion opportunities based on performance. This makes the role valuable both financially and for long-term career growth.

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