Director Medical Device Engineering - Sensor Design

Company: Dexcom Inc.
Location: San Diego
Posted on: March 16, 2025

Job Description:

The CompanyDexcom 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.Where you come in:

• As the Director of Sensor development, you will lead the development and implementation of improvements on Dexcom's current glucose sensing product platform as well as lead the development and introduction of novel continuous sensing products expanding Dexcom's portfolio of connected health solutions.
• You will play a vital role in developing strategic sensor roadmaps, managing and mentoring a world-class talented team of scientists and engineers, and delivering robust product design solutions to the business and customers we serve.
• You will be responsible for ensuring industry leading performance in clinical accuracy and real-world use reliability.
• You will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the department - managing budgets and expenses, staffing to support the business need, overseeing the activities of the team, review and approvals of design and change management documentation and design control deliverables.
• You will present yourself as a role model for leadership behavior across the organization - communication and collaboration, being dependable and delivering results, developing talent and serving with integrity and passion, and thinking big by championing long term scenarios and strategy.What makes you successful:
  • Proven experience in leading and managing teams focused on sensor product development. Preferably amperometric, voltammetric, and/or potentiometric biosensing applications.
  • Industry-leading expertise in sensor technologies; including latest measurement techniques, state of the art fabrication methods, integration in a measurement system, and functional requirements and characterization best practices. Experience with design, manufacturing, and clinical testing of medical devices preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive product development and influence commercial product strategy. Track record of successful development and commercialization of sensor systems preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple goals and priorities, allocation of resources and staff management, and keeping deliverables on track to meet deadlines.
  • Proficiency in leading a technical team of scientists and engineers. Ability to oversee complex projects, manage through risk, and navigate design tradeoffs and uncertainty.
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills - passion for motivating and inspiring others.
  • Excellent communication skills - verbal, written, and presenting technical material.What you'll get:
    • A front row seat to life changing CGM technology.
    • 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:
      • 0-5%Experience and Education Requirements:
        • Typically requires a Bachelors degree in a technical discipline with 15+ years of industry experience.
        • 9+ years of successful management experience in relevant industry.
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