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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Staff Algorithm Engineer - Emerging Sensing Technologies - **Company:** Dexcom, Inc. - **Location:** Sacramento, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $135,100.0 - $225,100.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer Simulation, Experimental Data, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Machine Learning, Information Technology - **Published:** August 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/73944073-staff-algorithm-engineer-emerging-sensing-technologies ## About the Role * PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Biophysics, Quantitative Biology, Computer Science, Statistics, or related discipline with 2-4 years industry experience; or MS with 5-7 years relevant experience. * Strong foundation in mathematical modeling, simulation, statistics, and machine learning. * Expertise in Python, MATLAB, or similar technical computing environments. * Demonstrated experience developing first-principles and predictive models of complex systems. * Ability to independently define technical problems, formulate hypotheses, design analyses, and derive actionable conclusions. * Strong scientific curiosity and willingness to explore unfamiliar technical domains. * Experience working in research, advanced development, or technology incubation environments. * Ability to make progress despite incomplete information and evolving requirements. * Excellent communication skills and ability to explain highly technical concepts to diverse audiences. Preferred: * Experience in biosensing, biophysics, physiology, electrochemistry, analytical chemistry, or related fields. * Experience developing digital twins, simulation frameworks, physics-informed machine learning models, or computational models. * Experience evaluating technical feasibility and technology readiness. * Prior experience supporting innovation programs, exploratory research, or platform technology development. * Publications, patents, or other evidence of scientific leadership. * Experience within regulated industries., * Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, and a minimum of 8-12 years related experience or Master's degree and 5-7 years equivalent industry experience or a PhD and 2-4 years experience. ## Description * Lead algorithm, modeling, and simulation activities supporting emerging sensing technologies. * Develop first-principles, mechanistic, statistical, and machine-learning models to understand complex biological and sensing phenomena. * Design experiments and analytical approaches to evaluate technology feasibility and performance limits. * Partner with multidisciplinary teams to identify key technical opportunities and risks for novel sensing approaches. * Create simulation environments and predictive models to guide technology investment decisions and development strategies. * Apply advanced analytics and machine learning methods to uncover patterns and insights from experimental data. * Explore novel sensing concepts and measurement methodologies across a variety of biological and physical domains. * Influence long-term technology roadmaps through scientific rigor and technical leadership. * Communicate findings and recommendations to technical experts, business stakeholders, and senior leadership., To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Dexcom. 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