Staff Data Engineer

Join Dexcom and be part of a team that enables life changing CGM technology. This remote role places you at the forefront of manufacturing data systems while offering a comprehensive benefits program, global growth opportunities, and robust career development. You will collaborate across functions, contribute to a forward looking data platform, and engage with a supportive community of professionals in the Dexcom Warriors network.

Benefits

• A front row seat to life changing CGM technology and the Dexcom Warriors community
• A full and comprehensive benefits program
• Opportunities for growth on a global scale
• Career development through in house learning programs and tuition reimbursement
• An innovative, employee focused organization committed to our people, customers, and communities

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain SQL database systems that support manufacturing operations
• Optimize and monitor MS SQL Server databases, ETL/ELT integrations, CDC, replication, and GCP components including BigQuery, DBT data models, and Iceberg archival to ensure performance and availability
• Drive database best practices and support data modernization initiatives by adopting advancing technologies such as AI and MCP
• Develop and maintain monitoring tools and processes to proactively identify and address database issues
• Implement and maintain ETL/ELT processes, data warehousing, and replication solutions to provide near real time data solutions globally for efficient storage and retrieval
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to gather requirements, design systems, and implement database solutions including stored procedures, schema design, data contracts for APIs, and a data dictionary to support manufacturing software
• Work with the Microsoft SQL Server stack and the GCP stack (SSIS, SSRS, PowerBI, PolyBase, BigQuery, Datastream, Cloud Storage, BigLake Iceberg tables, Cloud SQL, DBT)
• Partner with R&D, Operations, Process Engineering, Quality Assurance, Contract Manufacturers, and other stakeholders to enable data access for reporting and integration
• Collaborate with IT security to maintain PKI HSMs used for key management and cryptographic operations, assisting in configuration, installation, and ongoing maintenance
• Document solutions and train DBA teams on common issues and best practices

Requirements

• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high pressure environment
• Detail oriented with a commitment to maintaining updated documentation
• Working knowledge of data management tools such as Jira, Jama, and Confluence
• Strong written and spoken English communication
• Creative problem solver with careful attention to detail
• 5+ years of experience with Microsoft SQL Server and fluent in SQL Server 2012+
• DBA experience or solid understanding of DBA best practices and replication
• Nice to have: experience with BigQuery, Iceberg, DBT, open table formats or similar technology; knowledge of VMware and SQL Server 2022
• Nice to have experience with Siemens Camstar

Technologies

• Microsoft SQL Server, SSIS, SSRS, PowerBI, PolyBase
• BigQuery, DBT, Datastream, Cloud Storage, BigLake
• Apache Iceberg, Cloud SQL, AI, MCP
• Jira, Jama, Confluence, VMware, Siemens Camstar
• SQL Server 2012+

Remote Workplace

Your home office serves as your primary workspace. A hybrid arrangement may be available if you reside within commuting distance of a Dexcom site. Flex workplace options can be discussed.

Travel

Travel is expected to be 0 to 5 percent of time.

Experience and Education

Typically, candidates hold a technical degree with multiple pathways to senior roles: a PhD with 2 to 4 years of related experience; a Master’s degree with 5 to 7 years; or a Bachelor’s degree with 8 to 12 years of related experience. A PhD is noted as part of the education requirements for this role.

Salary

USD 128,600 to 214,400 per year.