Sr. Staff Systems Engineer

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:

The IT Network & Systems Services Team is a global organization that supports all critical infrastructure services with a security and automation first approach and practice. The team is involved in many projects to improve our capabilities and services offered to the entire company. We are at the forefront of defining the norms and guidelines for running and sustaining such platforms.

Where you come in:

The Sr. Staff Systems Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Systems and infrastructure. This role requires a deep understanding of systems technologies and the ability to lead complex projects. The ideal candidate will ensure the reliability, security, and efficiency of our systems to support our business operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain advanced systems infrastructure, including Servers, Storage, Virtualization, Windows and Linux.
• Lead and mentor a team of Systems engineers, providing technical guidance and support.
• Lead and manage complex systems projects from planning to execution.
• Develop and Implement a Systems Technology Roadmap with inputs from the larger Systems Engineering team.
• Develop and enforce systems policies, procedures, and standards to ensure optimal performance and security.
• Monitor systems performance and troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime and ensure high availability.
• Collaborate with other IT teams and departments to support business initiatives and projects.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior systems engineers.
• Know the latest emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend and implement improvements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standard processes.
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans and procedures for systems.
• Provide technical expertise and support for systems-related incidents and escalations.

What makes you successful:

• Bachelor’s in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in systems engineering.
• 5+ years of demonstrable experience leading systems engineering teams.
• Proven experience in designing and managing large-scale Systems infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of Systems engineering principles, methodologies, and tools.
• Proficiency in Systems-related programming languages and scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash).
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multifaceted environment.
• Solid experience in managing complete infrastructure including the following technologies:
• Hypervisor (VMware vSphere and Hyper-V)
• Storage (Dell PowerStore, PowerMAX and NetApp)
• Windows/Linux Operating System and Services
• Compute (Dell Blade and Rack-Mount Servers)
• Backup and Restore (Rubrik)
• Relevant certifications (e.g., MCSE, VCP, etc…) are desirable.

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.

Experience and Education Requirements:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, and a minimum of 13+ years related experience or a Master’s degree and 8+ years equivalent industry experience of a PhD and 5+ years of experience.

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. 

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