Data Scientist

Dexcom, Inc.; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in diabetes management is seeking a Data Scientist in Edinburgh to design and deploy innovative data products. The role requires strong programming skills in Python, experience with cloud environments, and a collaborative spirit in a dynamic team. This position offers a comprehensive benefits program and significant growth opportunities within the organization.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

Career development opportunities

Access to in-house learning programs

Qualifications

• Experience with developing full stack applications, preferably in a cloud environment.
• Strong programming skills in Python and familiarity with ML libraries.
• Experience working in a Scrum-based team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy new data products leveraging various sources.
• Collaborate with engineers and clinical experts focusing on metrics for diabetic patients.
• Drive technical design and documentation for multi-platform capabilities.

Skills

Python

Machine Learning

Cloud Engineering

APIs

Database Design

Scrum Methodology

Linux

NoSQL Databases

Hadoop Ecosystem

RDBMS

Job description

Dexcom Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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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. Having pioneered the industry 25 years later, 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. We continue what we’ve started: improving human health.

Eligibility

• You must have the Right to Work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Meet The Team

Our R&D team is looking for a Data Scientist with experience with data engineering, modeling and machine learning. In this role, you will design, develop, and deploy new data products leveraging a variety of data sources. You will also drive technical design, development and documentation of cross‑functional and multi‑platform capabilities. You will work in collaboration with data platform engineers, algorithm developers and clinical experts to focus on key metrics for diabetic patients and clinicians. We are a new team in R&D building new connected experiences for users across devices and services. As part of this team you’ll shape and implement new data‑based products that will help millions of people better control diabetes.

Where You Come In

• Experience with developing full stack applications, preferably in a cloud environment like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Experience in, and comfortable with, being part of a team that builds components in a distributed environment.
• Demonstrated ability to keep up with the ever‑changing software environments.
• Experience in working in a Scrum‑based team environment.
• Strong programming skills – Python, ML ecosystem tools.
• Experience building APIs and ecosystems around them using modern frameworks and technologies.
• Familiarity using relevant, modern software test tools and equipment.
• Experience building cloud‑based, container components.
• Ability to work in a dynamic team environment and possess time‑management skills to meet schedules and participate in the scrum.

What Makes You Successful

• Strong experience working with Python and ML libraries.
• Strong understanding of database systems – database design, performance tuning, etc.
• Able to work efficiently with Linux environment.
• Strong CS fundamentals.
• Willingness to learn new technologies as required.
• Experience working with NoSQL databases like Cassandra, HBase, Couchbase, etc.
• Experience working with large data sets.Experience with Hadoop ecosystem like HDFS, Hive, MapReduce, etc.
• Experience working with RDBMS like Oracle, SQLServer, MySQL, etc.
• Experience developing cloud‑based solutions.

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

• 0–5 %

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