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Staff Business Analyst - IT Infrastructure Planning

Dexcom · San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 4, 2026

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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:

We are seeking an experienced IT Infrastructure Analyst and Planner to join our medical device manufacturing organization in a fully remote capacity. This role is pivotal in assisting the Team in designing, maintaining, and optimizing IT infrastructure to support manufacturing, applications, R&D, information security, regulatory compliance, and other business areas in a highly regulated industry.

Where you come in:

The successful candidate will leverage expertise in planning & organizing, financial analysis, vendor management, and IT risk management to ensure scalable, secure, and cost-effective systems that align with business objectives and industry standards.

Infrastructure Planning

Coordinate, develop and maintain a strategic roadmap for IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, cloud solutions, and data storage, to support all Business areas.

Ensure employee capacity planning is maintained to identify bottlenecks and recruitment requirements.

Collaborate remotely with cross-functional teams (manufacturing, applications, R&D, information security, regulatory) to align infrastructure with business demands and medical device lifecycle needs.

Financial Analysis

Conduct cost-benefit analyses for infrastructure projects, including capital expenditures (CapEx) and operational expenditures (OpEx).

Prepare detailed budgets and forecasts for IT infrastructure investments, ensuring alignment with organizational financial goals.

Monitor and report on ROI for infrastructure initiatives, identifying opportunities for cost optimization without compromising quality or compliance.

Evaluate technology decisions and vendor quotes for integration into manufacturing processes.

Operating Mechanisms

Lead Meetings, Strategic Workshops and Planning Sessions: Facilitate virtual workshops with cross-functional teams to align IT infrastructure strategies with manufacturing, R&D, and regulatory goals, ensuring proactive identification of infrastructure needs and opportunities.

Develop and Monitor KPIs: Establish, track, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) for IT infrastructure performance, such as system uptime, cost efficiency, and compliance metrics, providing actionable insights to stakeholders.

Drive Continuous Improvement: Coordinate regular review sessions to assess infrastructure performance, identify process bottlenecks, and implement optimizations to enhance operational efficiency and scalability.

Vendor Analysis and Management

Assess and select third-party vendors for hardware, software, and managed services, evaluating technical capabilities, reliability, and compliance with medical device regulations.

Negotiate contracts and service-level agreements (SLAs) remotely to ensure cost-effectiveness and performance standards.

Monitor vendor performance, conduct periodic reviews, and mitigate risks associated with vendor dependencies.

IT Risk Management

Identify, assess, and prioritize IT risks, including cybersecurity threats, data integrity issues, and system downtime, with a focus on protecting sensitive patient and product data.

Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies, ensuring compliance with HIPAA, GDPR, and other relevant regulations.

Lead system reliability and business continuity planning, conducting regular testing to ensure minimal disruption to manufacturing operations.

Project Management and Execution

Oversee the implementation of infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and new deployments, ensuring timelines and budgets are met through remote coordination.

Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners via virtual tools to deliver projects that enhance operational efficiency and scalability.

Compliance and Documentation

Ensure IT Infrastructure systems meet compliance requirements by coordinating activities and deadlines

Maintain detailed documentation for audits, including risk assessments, vendor evaluations, and financial justifications, submitted electronically.

What makes you successful:

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.

Minimum of 7+ years of experience in IT infrastructure planning, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing or regulated industry (medical device experience strongly preferred).

Proven track record in financial analysis, vendor management, and IT risk management.

Technical Skills

High level knowledge of IT infrastructure components (e.g., virtualization, cloud platforms like AWS/Azure, networking, storage solutions).

Familiarity with manufacturing systems such as MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), ERP (e.g., Oracle EBS).

Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and system reliability planning.

Specialized Skills

Planning & organizing: IT Infrastructure deliverables

Financial acumen: Ability to perform cost modeling, budgeting, and ROI analysis for IT investments.

Vendor management: Experience negotiating contracts and evaluating vendor performance in a technical context.

Risk management: Knowledge of risk assessment methodologies and mitigation strategies, particularly in regulated environments.

Certifications (Preferred)

Scrum/Agile or PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent.

ITIL Foundation or higher.

Soft Skills

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a detail-oriented mindset.

Strong communication skills to collaborate remotely with technical teams, executives, and external vendors via virtual platforms.

Ability to work independently under pressure in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment.

Working Conditions

Fully remote position with no travel required; candidates must have a reliable high-speed internet connection and a dedicated workspace.

May require availability for on-call support during critical system implementations or outages, managed remotely.

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 Required:

5-15%

Experience and Education Requirements:

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, and a minimum of 8-12 years related experience or Master’s degree and 5-7 years equivalent industry experience or a PhD and 2-4 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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Salary:

$111,100.00 - $185,100.00

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