Dexcom

Systems Design & Test Engineer 2

Dexcom$82K — $138K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or Master's degree in relevant field; 2-5 years experience, or 0-2 years with a Master's.
  • Strong experience in embedded systems and firmware development.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ with debugging expertise for embedded firmware applications.
  • Experience with Bluetooth Low Energy communications analysis using various diagnostic tools.
  • Demonstrated troubleshooting skills for complex systems, including firmware and applications.
  • Experience developing automated testing tools and frameworks.
  • Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation and power measurement techniques.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate CGM system performance through firmware and mobile app features.
  • Perform BLE communication analysis to identify and troubleshoot issues.
  • Conduct power-impact analysis to assess energy consumption at various levels.
  • Investigate system anomalies and drive root-cause analysis for defects.
  • Develop and maintain automated test frameworks and engineering tools.
  • Create test plans and technical reports, presenting findings to stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements and verify device interoperability.

Benefits

  • Access to groundbreaking CGM technology and the #dexcomwarriors community.
  • Comprehensive benefits program.
  • Global growth opportunities.
  • Career development through learning programs and tuition reimbursement.
  • Work in an innovative organization committed to employees and communities.
Full Job Description
Meet the team:

You will join a highly technical embedded systems and hardware engineering team responsible for building reliable, secure, and ultra-low-power platforms that power next-generation connected wearable devices. The team operates across silicon, real-time embedded systems, algorithms, and connectivity stacks, translating complex system requirements into robust real-world solutions. This role plays a key part in shaping device-level behavior, performance, and power efficiency throughout the full product lifecycle.

Where you come in:
  • You evaluate CGM system performance using prototype firmware, mobile application features, and experimental system configurations to characterize overall system behavior and performance.
  • You perform BLE communication analysis using protocol sniffers, device logs, and diagnostic tools to identify issues and characterize wireless communication performance.
  • You conduct power-impact analysis using Keysight power analyzers and related instrumentation to assess feature-level and system-level energy consumption.
  • You investigate system anomalies, prototype feature issues, and production firmware or application defects, driving structured root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
  • You develop and maintain automated test frameworks, fixture scripts, and engineering tools across Windows, macOS, and Linux environments to improve testing efficiency and repeatability.
  • You create comprehensive test plans, detailed test procedures, and technical reports while presenting findings to engineering teams and leadership stakeholders.
  • You develop prototype firmware features in C/C++, participate in code reviews, and contribute to architecture discussions supporting future CGM capabilities.
  • You collaborate with systems, firmware, mobile application, quality, and external partner teams to define requirements, support verification activities, and evaluate interoperability across connected devices and applications.


What makes you successful:
  • Strong experience in embedded systems, firmware development, system validation, or prototype evaluation.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ software development with experience debugging and developing embedded firmware applications.
  • Experience analyzing Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) communications using protocol sniffers, logs, and wireless diagnostic tools.
  • Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills with the ability to investigate complex system-level issues spanning firmware, applications, and communications layers.
  • Experience developing automated test tools, scripts, and frameworks using modern software engineering practices.
  • Hands-on experience with laboratory instrumentation, power measurement equipment, and system characterization tools.
  • Experience writing test plans, verification procedures, requirements documentation, and technical presentations for diverse audiences.
  • Ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams and independently drive technical investigations from problem identification through resolution.


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:
  • 5-15%


Experience and Education Requirements:

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

Salary:
$82,900.00 - $138,100.00

About Dexcom

Dexcom is a medical device company that specializes in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems for people with diabetes. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in San Diego, California. Dexcom's CGM systems provide real-time glucose readings, allowing people with diabetes to better manage their blood sugar levels. The company's products include the Dexcom G6, G5, and G4 systems, as well as the Dexcom Share remote monitoring system. Dexcom has partnerships with several other companies, including Insulet and Tandem Diabetes Care. In 2020, Dexcom was named one of the world's most innovative companies by Fast Company.
Learn more about Dexcom
Size
6,300 employees
Market Cap
$43.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$493.6 million
Founded
1999
5 Year Trend
+33.7%
Revenue
$1.9 billion
NASDAQ

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