Data Scientist 2 (Product Intelligence)

1 DexCom Inc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Career development opportunities

Global opportunities

Job summary

Dexcom Inc. is seeking a data-focused professional to analyze manufacturing and operations data, building models and dashboards. You will use Python, SQL, and cloud platforms to transform data into insights, support process optimization, and communicate findings to stakeholders.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and BI teams, leveraging Tableau for visualization, and applying statistical methods to improve production performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field and 2-5 years of data analytics experience or a Master's with 0-2 years.
• Hands-on Python for data analysis, preparation, visualization, and modeling.
• Strong SQL skills including joins, aggregations, filtering, and data modeling.
• Experience with manufacturing, operations, engineering, quality, or supply chain data.
• Experience building dashboards with Tableau or similar BI tools.
• Familiar with cloud platforms, preferably GCP and BigQuery.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing, process, quality, and operational data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Use Python, SQL, and cloud platforms to extract, transform, analyze, and visualize large datasets.
• Develop statistical and predictive models to understand manufacturing processes.
• Create Tableau dashboards communicating metrics and insights to stakeholders.
• Conduct data exploration, data mining, and root cause investigations for optimization.
• Translate business challenges into analytical questions and data requirements.
• Write and optimize SQL queries, including joins and aggregations, in BigQuery and cloud platforms.
• Support ETL with tools like Dataflow, Apache Beam, or dbt; document methods and data sources.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and participate in Agile project planning (Jira).

Skills

Python

SQL

Tableau

Cloud platforms

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, OR related

Tools

Google Cloud Platform

BigQuery

Dataflow

dbt

Apache Beam

Job description

About the Company

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 Manufacturing Analytics team partners with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, R&D, and Operations teams to transform data into actionable insights that drive process improvements, operational efficiency, and informed business decisions. The team leverages data science, statistical analysis, cloud technologies, and visualization tools to support critical manufacturing and business initiatives across the organization.

Where you come in

• You will analyze manufacturing, process, quality, and operational data to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and performance improvement recommendations.
• You will use Python, SQL, and cloud-based data platforms to extract, transform, analyze, and visualize large datasets.
• You will develop statistical, predictive, and analytical models to support manufacturing process understanding and operational decision-making.
• You will create Tableau dashboards and reports that communicate key metrics, analytical findings, and business insights to stakeholders.
• You will perform exploratory data analysis, data mining, and root cause investigations to support process optimization initiatives.
• You will gather business requirements and translate business challenges into analytical questions, data requirements, and actionable solutions.
• You will write and optimize SQL queries, including joins, aggregations, and data modeling activities within BigQuery and other cloud platforms.
• You will support data preparation and ETL activities using tools such as Dataflow, Apache Beam, dbt, or similar technologies.
• You will document analytical methods, assumptions, data sources, and outputs to ensure transparency and repeatability.
• You will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Data Engineering, and Business Intelligence partners.
• You will support Agile project execution by managing assigned work through Jira and participating in project planning activities.
• You will expand your manufacturing domain expertise through cross-functional learning and continuous development opportunities.

What Makes You Successful

• You have a Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Operations Research, or a related technical discipline.
• You have 2-5 years of experience in data science, analytics, business intelligence, or a related field, or a Master's degree with 0-2 years of related experience.
• You have hands‑on experience using Python for data analysis, data preparation, visualization, and analytical modeling.
• You have strong SQL skills, including experience with joins, aggregations, filtering, and data modeling concepts.
• You have experience working with manufacturing, operations, engineering, quality, supply chain, or other operational datasets.
• You have experience building dashboards and visualizations using Tableau or similar business intelligence tools.
• You have a strong understanding of descriptive statistics, trend analysis, data distributions, and analytical problem‑solving techniques.
• You have experience working with cloud‑based data platforms, preferably Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and BigQuery.
• You have the ability to gather business requirements and translate stakeholder needs into practical analytical solutions.
• You have strong communication skills and can effectively present insights to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• You have strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• You have experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams to deliver data‑driven business outcomes.

Preferred Skills

• Experience analyzing manufacturing process, equipment, quality, or operational performance data.
• Familiarity with CRISP‑DM, Agile methodologies, Jira, or similar project management frameworks.
• Experience with ETL and data engineering tools such as Google Cloud Dataflow, Apache Beam, or dbt.
• Knowledge of Google Cloud Storage and other GCP services.
• Exposure to machine learning, predictive analytics, data mining, or mathematical modeling techniques.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, continuous improvement, or manufacturing problem‑solving methodologies.
• Experience working within regulated industries such as medical devices, life sciences, or highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Interest in pursuing Google Associate Cloud Engineer or related cloud certifications.

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 Requirement

0-5%

Education Requirements

Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and a minimum of 2-5 years of related experience, or a Master's degree and 0-2 years of equivalent experience.

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.

Salary: $91,400.00 - $152,300.00 #DexcomUS

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