Senior Digital Factory Software Systems Engineer

Dexcom

Digital Factory Software Systems Engineer supporting manufacturing software solutions at Dexcom. Collaborating with teams to ensure reliable operation of manufacturing software platforms with a focus on digital factory initiatives.

Posted 4/10/2026full-timeSan Diego • Arizona, California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $111,100 - $185,100 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide day-to-day software development and technical support for manufacturing software systems, including MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) integration, SCADA platforms, SQL Server databases, and related factory applications
Design, develop, and maintain manufacturing software solutions, including database structures, data pipelines, and application integrations that support digital factory initiatives
Develop system designs and architecture artifacts (e.g., UML diagrams, interface specifications, and system documentation) to support software development and system integration
Support continuous software improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance system performance, user experience, data integrity, and operational efficiency across manufacturing platforms
Troubleshoot and resolve software-related production issues in a timely manner to minimize manufacturing downtime and ensure continuity of manufacturing operations
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Engineering, Quality, IT, and Production to identify root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions for software and system anomalies
Develop and maintain SQL Server database solutions, including queries, stored procedures, views, and data integrations to support manufacturing operations and analytics
Support software deployments, configuration updates, system integrations, and application enhancements within manufacturing environments
Participate in software validation, verification, and change control processes in regulated manufacturing environments
Assist in the creation and maintenance of technical documentation, system architecture documentation, development standards, and support procedures
Investigate using AI tools to speed up all aspects of the development process.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience supporting manufacturing or industrial software systems (e.g., SCADA, LabVIEW applications, C#, database-driven applications)
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues in a fast-paced environment
Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and production environments (e.g., GMP, lean manufacturing, Six Sigma principles)
Proficiency in SQL and database management
Familiarity with software deployment tools, system monitoring, and version control practices
Experience working with cross-functional teams including IT, R&D, Engineering, Quality, and Production
Familiarity and have practical experience with industry standards related to manufacturing operations including ISA-95
Knowledge of FDA regulations such as 21 CFR Part 11
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to document technical issues and communicate with both technical and non-technical users.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

SQLC#MESSCADAdatabase managementdata pipelinessystem designUML diagramsapplication integrationsoftware validation

Soft Skills

troubleshootingproblem-solvingcommunicationcollaborationanalytical skillsuser experience enhancementcontinuous improvementtechnical documentationroot cause analysispreventive actions