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Dexcom Corporation

Senior Lead Government Affairs Manager - Federal

RemoteUnited States only
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$156.4k–$260.6k/yr
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Senior federal government affairs leader with 10+ years in public policy, congressional/federal agency, trade association, or healthcare advocacy roles. Must know healthcare policy, reimbursement, Medicare/Medicaid, FDA issues, and have an established Washington policy network. Remote home-office role with 15–25% travel.

What you'll do

  • Lead the development and execution of Dexcom’s federal government affairs strategy to support business objectives and expand patient access to CGM technology.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with Members of Congress, congressional staff, federal agencies, trade associations, and key healthcare stakeholders.
  • Monitor and analyze federal legislative, regulatory, and reimbursement developments affecting medical technology, diabetes care, digital health, and chronic disease management.
  • Develop and implement advocacy strategies related to Medicare, Medicaid, commercial reimbursement, FDA regulation, health technology assessment, and broader healthcare policy issues.
  • Coordinate cross-functionally with Market Access, Regulatory Affairs, Legal, Public Affairs, Corporate Communications, Clinical Affairs, and Commercial teams.
  • Identify and drive opportunities to advance Dexcom priorities through legislation, regulation, appropriations, and federal agency engagement.
  • Represent Dexcom in industry coalitions, trade association workgroups, and external stakeholder meetings.
  • Develop briefing materials, policy analyses, executive talking points, testimony, and strategic recommendations for senior leadership.
  • Support executive engagement with policymakers and government stakeholders, including preparation of meetings and advocacy events.
  • Mentor and provide leadership to members of the Government Affairs team while helping strengthen the department’s long-term capabilities.

What they require

  • Deep understanding of the federal legislative and regulatory process.
  • Proven ability to influence public policy outcomes through strategic engagement and coalition building.
  • Strong knowledge of healthcare policy, reimbursement, medical technology, and federal health agencies.
  • Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to navigate complex and rapidly evolving policy environments.
  • Strong strategic thinking, project management, and cross-functional leadership capabilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
  • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience in federal government affairs, public policy, congressional offices, federal agencies, trade associations, or related healthcare advocacy roles.
  • Significant experience working on healthcare, medical technology, reimbursement, Medicare, Medicaid, or FDA-related issues.
  • Established network of relationships within Congress, the Administration, trade associations, and healthcare stakeholder organizations.
  • Experience leading complex policy initiatives and advocacy campaigns.
  • Preferred: Experience advocating on behalf of a medical device, biotechnology, digital health, or healthcare company.
  • Preferred: Understanding of diabetes policy, chronic disease management, and emerging healthcare technologies.
  • Preferred: Experience managing consultants, coalition partners, and external advocacy resources.
  • Preferred: Previous people leadership experience.
  • Travel Required: 15-25%
  • Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree with 13+ years of industry experience
  • 5-8 years of previous people management 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.

Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM).

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$156.4k–$260.6k/yr