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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr Staff SW Quality Engineer - **Company:** Dexcom, Inc. - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $135,100.0 - $225,100.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, Cloud Computing, Software Quality, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Distributed Systems, EHealth, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Software Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Secure Hash Algorithm, Software Licensing Audit, Software Engineering, Software Quality Assurance (SQA), Data Management, GXP - **Published:** July 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=dc6546815099ff78 ## About the Role * Extensive medical device experience demonstrated expertise in FDA 21 CFR Part 820, IEC 62304, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, IEC 82304, EU MDR, and applicable global regulatory requirements. * Expert knowledge of software development lifecycle processes and software development methodologies including Agile, Waterfall, DevOps, Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery (CI/CD), and Test Automation. * Deep experience with software quality engineering across requirements, architecture, design, development, testing, release, and post-market activities. * Advanced understanding of software risk management principles, methodologies, and regulatory expectations. * Demonstrated ability to influence organizational direction and lead cross-functional initiatives without direct authority. * Strong understanding of software architectures, cloud technologies, distributed systems, cybersecurity principles, and data platforms. * Experience supporting regulatory inspections and direct interactions with FDA, notified bodies, and external auditors. * Exceptional written, verbal, and executive-level communication skills. * Ability to manage ambiguity, influence senior stakeholders, and drive complex programs to successful completion. * Demonstrated success mentoring engineers and developing organizational quality capabilities., * Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, and a minimum of 13+ years related experience or a Master's degree and 8+ years equivalent industry experience of a PhD and 5+ years of experience. Remote Workplace: Your location will be a home office; you are not required to live within commuting distance of your assigned Dexcom site (typically 75 miles/120km). If you reside within commuting distance of a Dexcom site (typically 75 miles/120km) a hybrid working environment may be available. Ask about our Flex workplace option. ## Description Provides technical leadership for software quality assurance activities, including risk management activities following ISO 14971, with a focus on IOT Infrastructure, Data Platforms and Digital Health Applications. Supports the development and implementation of scalable quality systems, risk management practices, and software compliance strategies that ensure product safety, effectiveness, and regulatory compliance. Partners with senior R&D engineering, quality, regulatory, clinical, cybersecurity, and business leaders to drive continuous improvements to SDLC, and quality excellence throughout the product lifecycle. Influences organizational quality strategy and serves as a recognized subject matter expert in Class I/II Exempt Digital Health Applications and supporting IOT Infrastructure platforms, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Where you come in: * Develop and drive enterprise-level software quality strategies, policies, procedures, and best practices across the Non-Clinical - Consumer Applications and Digital Health space, including platforms. * Serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert for software quality, risk management, software lifecycle compliance activities and GxP Non-Product Tools supporting SDLC. * Lead the effective application, compliance, and continuous improvement of software development and V&V processes, including: + Risk Management + GxP Systems Validation + Software Design Controls for Class I/II Exempt Applications & Components * Lead complex software quality initiatives spanning multiple products, programs, and functional organizations. * Lead risk assessments for software anomalies, cybersecurity vulnerabilities, emerging technologies, and post-market issues. * Lead digital transformation initiatives (ALM, SCM, PLM) to evolve use of electronic systems supporting SDLC as defined per IEC62304. * Provide technical oversight and direction for software risk management activities, including DFMEA, PFMEA, SHA, and hazard analysis. * Review and approve critical quality deliverables, including software development lifecycle documentation, risk artifacts, V&V protocols, and design history file content. * Drive organizational improvements related to software quality systems, development practices, automation, verification, validation, and compliance processes. * Evaluate emerging regulations, standards, and industry trends and assess impact to existing and future products. * Collaborate with senior leadership to define quality strategies supporting business objectives and product roadmaps, implementing a right-sized QMS for Non-Clinical applications. * Mentor and provide technical leadership to software quality engineers and cross-functional development teams. * Influence project, product, and organizational decisions through expert risk-based quality assessments and recommendations., To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Dexcom. Only authorized staffing and recruiting agencies may use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes on specific requisitions. Dexcom does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to the Talent Acquisition team, Dexcom employees or any other company location. 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