Dexcom

Pros: The hybrid model, usually 3 days in the San Diego office, is a decent perk for us Software Engineers. It gives you a couple of WFH days, which is helpful for errands or appointments. It's pretty standard for the medical device industry now, so it's not bad.
Cons: Beyond the set hybrid schedule, there isn't much wiggle room for actual work flexibility. If you need more remote time, it's a battle. Some teams are stricter than others; it really depends on your manager.
Advice to Management: Trust employees more with remote options. A one-size-fits-all hybrid policy doesn't work for every role or life situation. Real flexibility would boost morale.

Pros: I've enjoyed working with many of my colleagues here in the San Diego office. There's a real sense of mission, helping people with diabetes, which is a big plus in the medical device industry. Team collaboration on projects is usually solid.
Cons: The company culture can feel a bit fragmented, especially with hybrid work. Management sometimes struggles to align different departments, which makes project execution slow as a Software Engineer. There are definitely communication gaps that need addressing.
Advice to Management: Management needs to focus on better cross-departmental communication and creating more consistent cultural touchpoints for hybrid teams. Listen to what engineering teams are actually saying.

Pros: The team is generally supportive, and there's a solid hybrid work schedule offered. For a big tech player in the medical device industry, they do try to promote well-being, especially outside of major product launches.
Cons: Project deadlines for new CGM features can get pretty intense. It's hard to consistently hit that 40-hour week, especially for software engineering roles in the San Diego office when nearing a big launch. There's often an unspoken expectation to put in extra hours.
Advice to Management: Please try to manage project scopes better to avoid constant crunch time, especially for engineering teams. More realistic timelines would help work-life balance a lot and prevent burnout for critical roles.