[Hiring] Principal Firmware Architect @Dexcom

Role Description

The Principal Firmware Engineer will design, define, and oversee the high-level technical architecture of embedded/firmware software systems for the iCGM products, balancing performance, reliability, and security with hardware constraints. Will lead technical design decisions, define module interfaces, mentor engineering teams, and collaborate on system integration.

Where you come in:

• System Design & Architecture: Design, implement, and document technical specifications for embedded/firmware software architectures, tracing from requirements to manufacturing.
• Hardware Integration: Collaborate closely with hardware teams to ensure efficient software-hardware integration, including driver development, battery management, and memory optimization.
• Technical Leadership: Lead and mentor engineering teams and individuals, providing technical guidance, code reviews, and establishing coding standards.
• Performance Optimization: Conduct system-level performance analysis, troubleshooting, and optimization for reliability, security, and scalability. Must have good communication skills (verbal & presentations) to present technical positions to different audiences (Engineers to Executives).
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure software meets FDA standards, safety regulations, and security requirements.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in embedded systems design, development, and debugging, with expertise in C/C++ and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• A deep understanding of microprocessor/microcontroller architecture (ARM Cortex, etc.), low-level peripheral drivers, and communication protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART, BLE).
• A strong proficiency in software architectural design patterns, modularity, and reusability.

Requirements

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, and a minimum of 15+ years related experience or a Master’s degree and 10+ years equivalent industry experience or a PhD and 7+ years of experience.

Benefits

• 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.

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.