QA Engineering Technician 2

Dexcom Inc

Dexcom Inc

Quality Assurance
San Diego, CA, USA
USD 20.14-33.6 / hour
Posted on Jul 8, 2025

The Company

Dexcom 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.

Meet the team:

Join us in empowering people to take control of their health! You will join a collaborative team at the heart of Dexcom’s products. Our quality engineering team plays a crucial role in cross-site and cross-functional alignment for the future of Dexcom and for the future of our customers’ health. You will support Dexcom in bringing state-of-the-art innovative technology to patients and will help to define, support, and improve the processes that get us there. A positive and team-oriented attitude is important while working in a fast-paced environment and dealing with shifting priorities.

Where you come in:

  • Responsible for receiving and analyzing test samples, using analytical techniques, such as HPLC, GPC, GC, FTIR, UV-Vis spectrometer, Biochemistry Analyzer, Rheometer, DSC.

  • Perform routine testing for in-process, finished product, stability and validation samples.

  • Monitor sample traceability and ensure chain of custody for materials and test samples.

  • Conduct inspections on products and components to ensure they meet specifications and quality standards.

  • Identify and document defects, nonconformances and out of trends.

  • Assist with test method development and Validation.

  • Adhere to all cGMP and Good Documentation Practices as required by the Company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

  • Responsible for supporting 6 Sigma Laboratory Initiatives, monitors laboratory supplies, including chemical substances, reagents and standards.

  • Perform equipment checks, instrument qualification and calibrations and assist maintaining a state of audit readiness in the laboratory space.

  • Proficient with ALCOA+ principles, data integrity and testing documentation in laboratory notebooks.

What makes you successful:

  • Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field.

  • A minimum of three (3) years working in a GMP regulated laboratory environment.

  • Experience with analytical instrumentation, test data processing and reporting.

  • Familiar with cGMP and Good Documentation Practices in pharmaceutical industry, medical device or related industry.

  • The ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures and process instructions.

  • Computer and data analysis skills in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).

  • You can work in a dynamic work environment and perform other duties as assigned.

What you’ll get:

  • A front row seat to life changing CGM technology. Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community.

  • 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:

  • 5-15%

Experience and Education Requirements:

Typically requires a minimum of 2-4 years of related experience and a High School diploma/certificate or equivalent

Please note: The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Dexcom’s AAP may be viewed upon request by contacting Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dexcom.com.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Dexcom Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dexcom.com.

Meritain, an Aetna Company, creates and publishes the Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Dexcom. To link to the Machine-Readable Files, please click on the URL provided: https://health1.meritain.com/app/public/#/one/insurerCode=MERITAIN_I&brandCode=MERITAINOVER/machine-readable-transparency-in-coverage?reportingEntityType=TPA_19874&lock=true

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. Dexcom is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.

Salary:

$20.14 - $33.60