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# Sr Software QA Engineer

- **Company:** Dexcom, Inc.
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $95,900.0 - $159,900.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Adobe InDesign, Agile Methodology, Configuration Management, Software Quality, Embedded Software, Firmware, Systems Development Life Cycle, Real-Time Operating Systems, Requirements Management, Signal Processing, Software Engineering, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Integration, Jama (Software), 21 CFR Part 820 Quality System Regulation
- **Published:** October 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=3df0adbc58251cd8

## About the Role

* You bring experience in software quality or engineering across requirements analysis, design/development, product integration, and testing.
 * You can interpret software design and code to verify accurate implementation of requirements.
 * You have hands-on experience in software development and/or software testing.
 * You communicate effectively and confidently present to all levels of the organization.
 * You are able to navigate complex problems, break them down, and drive projects to completion with minimal supervision.
 * You have experience working with embedded systems and firmware, including hardware/software integration and lab-based testing environments.
 * You have experience in regulated industries (preferably medical devices) and are familiar with design controls, V&V, and quality systems (e.g., FDA 21 CFR Part 820, IEC 62304, ISO 13485).
 * You are knowledgeable in SDLC processes and modern development methodologies such as Agile and Waterfall.
 * You collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and clearly communicate complex technical concepts.
 * You bring a driven, hands-on approach, with a curiosity to learn new technologies and a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes.

You must be able to support San Diego, CA (PST) business hours
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Nice to have:

 * You hold an ASQ Certified Software Quality Engineer (CSQE) certification.
 * You have experience with continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems or wearable medical devices.
 * You bring a background in signal processing and experience validating algorithm-driven systems.
 * You are familiar with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded development environments.
 * You have experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines for embedded systems. You have experience using requirements management tools such as Jama.
*, Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, and a minimum of 5-8 years related experience or Master's degree and 2-5 years equivalent industry experience or a PhD and 0-2 years experience
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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

* You bring a strong understanding of IEC 62304, 21 CFR Part 820, and other global regulatory requirements, and provide guidance to ensure compliance across software development activities.
 * You partner closely with firmware, algorithm, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality embedded software for medical devices.
 * You serve as a core team member representing Software QA, contributing throughout the product lifecycle.
 * You lead and influence the effective application, compliance, and continuous improvement of software development and validation processes.
 * You provide guidance on software design, testing, configuration management, tool validation, and system integration.
 * You lead and support pre-market and post-market risk management activities, including software anomalies, risk assessments, and CAPA.
 * You actively participate in design reviews, requirements analysis, and cross-functional discussions to drive quality upstream.
 * You contribute to verification and validation activities across the SDLC, with a strong focus on risk-based testing strategies.
 * You review and approve software design control deliverables and author key technical documentation (e.g., DHF artifacts, SOPs, protocols, and reports).
 * You assess change control impacts to ensure continued product performance and compliance. You will assume and perform other duties as assigned.
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