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# SW Test Development Engineer 1

- **Company:** Dexcom, Inc.
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $71,600.0 - $119,300.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Test Suite, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, JIRA, User Authentication, Automation of Tests, Software Quality, Computer Programming, Databases, Continuous Integration, Github, Web Portals, Python (Programming Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Cloud Services, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Web Applications, Datadog, Google Cloud, Backend, Slack, Testrail, Jenkins
- **Published:** August 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/73955573-sw-test-development-engineer-1

## About the Role

* You have experience programming in object-oriented languages, preferably Python.
 * You have experience developing and maintaining automated test frameworks and test suites for web applications.
 * You demonstrate proficiency integrating tools such as Jira, TestRail, GitHub, databases, web portals, and cloud-based services.
 * You have experience supporting automated testing within CI/CD environments, including tools such as Jenkins and GitHub Actions.
 * You possess working knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS or Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including services related to compute, storage, authentication, and application deployment.
 * You have strong problem-solving skills and a passion for identifying opportunities to improve efficiency through automation.
 * You communicate effectively and collaborate successfully across technical and non-technical teams.
 * You are committed to software quality, continuous improvement, and delivering reliable solutions in a regulated environment., * Typically requires a bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, and a minimum of 0-2 years of related experience.

## Description

* You develop and maintain automated backend and UI test solutions for web-based applications.
 * You design and implement APIs and service endpoints to support automated updates to web portals, notifications, reporting, and documentation generation.
 * You create integrations between enterprise tools such as Jira, TestRail, Slack, GitHub, and Datadog to streamline workflows and automate data transfers.
 * You collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for automation and continuous process improvement.
 * You measure and track automation effectiveness, including ROI and quality metrics, to drive informed decision-making.
 * You partner with Software Development, Quality Assurance, Product Management, Product Owners, and Regulatory teams to define project scope and deliver high-quality solutions.
 * You contribute to the enhancement of validation frameworks and testing infrastructure that support Dexcom's software portfolio.


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