Sr Software QA Engineer

The Company

Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health.

 

We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who are willing to fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We've already changed millions of lives and we're ready to change millions more. Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions. We'll get there by constantly reinventing unique biosensing-technology experiences. Though we've come a long way from our small company days, our dreams are bigger than ever. The opportunity to improve health on a global scale stands before us.

Meet the team:

At Dexcom, the Postmarket Investigations team serves as a critical link between real-world product performance and continuous product improvement. As part of the Customer Advocacy organization, we assess postmarket feedback and product data to ensure learnings are integrated into future product enhancements. This role has a direct impact on patient safety, product reliability, and regulatory compliance through partnership with teams across R&D, Quality, and Commercial Operations. Our team values technical excellence, accountability, and continuous learning, while fostering a collaborative and supportive environment. Team members have the unique opportunity to drive quality improvements, influence key business processes, and contribute to technologies that empower people to take control of their health.

Where you come in:

• You will collaborate with cross-functional partners including Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, R&D, Clinical, and Process Engineering to support the investigation, documentation, and resolution of software- and device-related postmarket issues.

• You will drive the development and continuous improvement of complaint investigation processes, ensuring alignment with software risk management activities such as hazard analysis, DFMEA, PFMEA, and product risk assessments.

• You will develop and maintain a deep understanding of Dexcom’s software ecosystem and technical architecture to effectively evaluate product performance, investigate anomalies, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

• You will apply structured problem-solving methodologies and data-driven approaches to conduct investigations, lead engineering studies, and identify root causes using statistical analysis and industry-standard tools.

• You will analyze, synthesize, and communicate investigation outcomes to technical and non-technical stakeholders, providing clear recommendations and supporting informed decision-making across the organization.

• You will contribute to postmarket quality processes, including CAPA, Health Hazard Evaluations (HHEs), and other quality system activities, ensuring thorough assessment of product performance and risk.

• You will perform software-focused risk assessments related to product anomalies, cybersecurity vulnerabilities, emerging technologies, and postmarket trends, helping to ensure product safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.

• You will partner with product development and quality teams to translate postmarket insights into actionable improvements, driving enhancements to product performance, user experience, and patient safety.

What makes you successful:

• You have demonstrated knowledge of medical device quality systems and regulatory requirements, including FDA 21 CFR Part 820, IEC 62304, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 82304, EU MDR, and other applicable global regulations.

• You have experience supporting software quality engineering activities throughout the product lifecycle, including requirements, architecture, design, development, verification, validation, release, and postmarket surveillance.

• You have strong understanding of software risk management principles and methodologies, with the ability to apply risk-based decision-making in alignment with regulatory expectations and industry best practices.

• You have excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders across the organization.

• You have working knowledge of modern software technologies, including cloud-based platforms, distributed systems, cybersecurity fundamentals, software architectures, and data-driven applications.

• You have proven ability to apply engineering fundamentals and structured problem-solving techniques to investigate complex issues, determine root causes, and drive effective corrective actions.

• You have strong analytical mindset with experience interpreting data, identifying trends, and translating findings into actionable recommendations.

• You have the ability to balance technical depth with business impact, driving decisions that support product quality, patient safety, compliance, and customer experience.

What you’ll get:

• A front row seat to life changing CGM technology. Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community.

• A full and comprehensive benefits program.

• Growth opportunities on a global scale.

• Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.

• An exciting and innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.

Travel Required:

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Experience and Education Requirements:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, and a minimum  of 5-8 years related experience or Master’s degree and 2-5 years equivalent industry experience or a PhD and 0-2 years experience.

Please note: The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Dexcom’s AAP may be viewed upon request by contacting Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dexcom.com. 

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Dexcom Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dexcom.com. 

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Salary:

$95,900.00 - $159,900.00

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