Lead Network 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 mindset and practice. The team is involved in many projects to improve our capabilities and services offered to the entire company. We lead the way in setting the standards and best practices for running and maintaining such platforms.

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

Where you come in:

• Design, implement, and maintain advanced global network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless networks.
• Lead and mentor a team of Network engineers across global regions, providing technical guidance and support.
• Lead and manage complex network projects from planning to execution.
• Develop and Implement a Network Technology Roadmap with inputs from the larger Network Engineering team.
• Develop and enforce network policies, procedures, and standards to ensure optimal performance and security.
• Monitor network 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 network engineers globally.
• Stay current with emerging network technologies and industry trends to recommend and implement improvements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans and procedures for network systems.
• Provide technical expertise and support for network-related incidents and escalations. 

What makes you successful:

• 10+ years of experience in network engineering.
• 5+ years of experience leading network engineering teams.
• Proven experience in designing and managing large-scale network infrastructure projects, including buildouts and greenfield deployments, not limited to support or operations.
• Strong hands-on experience with Palo Alto firewalls, including configuration, policy management, and threat prevention.
• Experience with Network Access Control (NAC) solutions (e.g., ForeScout, Cisco ISE, Aruba ClearPass) or a solid understanding of NAC principles and implementation
• Proven experience in designing and deploying wireless network solutions, ensuring performance, coverage, and secure access.
• Strong knowledge of network protocols, routing, switching, and security technologies.
• Proficiency in network-related programming languages and scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash).
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong experience in managing complete infrastructure including the following technologies:
  • Routing/Switching/Wireless (Cisco, Extreme, Arista)
  • Firewalls (Palo Alto)
  • NAC (ForeScout or equivalent)
  • VPN (Palo Alto, Cisco)
  • Load Balancing (Citrix NetScaler)
  • SD-WAN (Palo Alto, Cisco)
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE) are highly 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.

Travel Required:

• 15-25%

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.

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