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[Remote] Senior Algorithm Engineer - Sensing Algorithms

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Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Dexcom Corporation is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). As a Senior Algorithm Engineer, you will develop advanced sensing algorithms that power next-generation continuous glucose monitoring and health sensing technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Lead development of advanced algorithms supporting next-generation glucose sensing technologies
  • Develop physics-based, mechanistic, and data-driven models to characterize sensor behavior and improve measurement performance
  • Design and implement signal processing, estimation, calibration, detection, and predictive algorithms
  • Apply statistical modeling, machine learning, and data analytics techniques to extract insights from bench, preclinical, clinical, and real-world datasets
  • Drive clinical performance assessments and algorithm maturation in collaboration with sensor, systems, hardware, firmware, clinical, and product teams
  • Evaluate algorithm performance through simulation, modeling, and experimental analysis
  • Provide technical insights on algorithm architecture, design tradeoffs, verification strategies, and implementation approaches
  • Identify opportunities to optimize overall system performance and resource utilization
  • Facilitate algorithm design transfer activities with firmware, verification, and validation teams

Skills

  • PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Biophysics, Statistics, or a related field with 2 years of industry experience; or a Master's degree in a related field with 2-5 years of relevant experience
  • Expert-level proficiency in Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or similar technical computing environments
  • Deep expertise in statistical estimation, signal processing, optimization, and mathematical modeling
  • Strong understanding of machine learning techniques and practical model development
  • Demonstrated experience developing algorithms for sensing technologies, measurement systems, medical devices, or related disciplines
  • Experience analyzing large and complex datasets with multiple signals and dependencies
  • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
  • Ability to thrive in ambiguous, fast-paced technical environments
  • Experience with biosensors, physiological sensing, wearable systems, or analytical instrumentation
  • Experience with calibration, estimation, filtering, or measurement system algorithms
  • Experience transitioning algorithms from research into commercial products
  • Experience applying strong software engineering practices in data-driven application development
  • Knowledge of design controls, verification and validation processes, and product development lifecycles
  • Publication, patent, or demonstrated record of innovation

Benefits

  • 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.
  • A front row seat to life changing CGM technology.
  • Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.
  • Ask about our Flex workplace option.

Company Overview

  • Dexcom develops, manufactures, and distributes continuous glucose monitoring systems for diabetes management. It was founded in 1999, and is headquartered in San Diego, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.dexcom.com.
  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • Dexcom has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 14 in 2026, 54 in 2025, 41 in 2024, 67 in 2023, 75 in 2022, 49 in 2021, 36 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.