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We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 8 Oct 2026
At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.
About the Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with strong analytical skills and coding skills to join our algorithm development and data analytics team at MiniMed in Northridge, CA. The position involves the support of research and development of medical devices related to continuous glucose monitors. The individual will work with members of research staff to improve the performance of continuous glucose sensors through the application of machine learning, analytics, signal processing and mathematical modeling and experimentation. The role will involve all aspects of the research and development, including data processing, analysis, theory development and validation.
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.
- Contributes to innovation, research and development in glucose-sensing technology, including the transition of research concepts into algorithm development, simulation, and modeling.
- Analyzes large sensor, clinical, and physiological datasets to generate verifiable conclusions and address open technical questions.
- Under general supervision, applies machine learning, signal processing, statistical analysis, and mathematical modeling to develop and evaluate algorithms using MATLAB or Python.
- Translates algorithm requirements and technical concepts into maintainable, well-documented, and high-quality code.
- Develops algorithms and software solutions by analyzing technical needs, workflows, and system requirements while following software development lifecycle best practices.
- Performs algorithm implementation, testing, debugging, validation, and performance optimization.
- Applies data analysis and algorithm evaluation results to support product development decisions and clinical study design.
- Contributes to complex projects to meet technical performance, quality, and schedule objectives.
- Prepares technical and scientific documentation, including engineering reports, algorithm descriptions, test plans, validation documents, diagrams, flowcharts, and visualizations.
- Presents technical concepts, analytical results, and project outcomes to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Supports multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Demonstrates strong organizational, communication, collaboration, and multitasking skills.
Required Knowledge and Experience:
Requires a Bachelor's Degree and minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with 0 years of experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with sensor data.
- Deep technical aptitude.
- Experience with signal processing, statistical analysis, and MATLAB and Python.
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
Benefits & Compensation
MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package
At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$87,000 - $149,000
For roles located in California, Seattle WA, Washington DC, Boston MA, and New York City, the salary range is $97,000.00 - $165,000.00.
Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, education, certifications, skills, market conditions, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
At MiniMed, we are committed to supporting the well-being and financial security of our employees. Regular employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as access to a Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, long-term disability leave, and a dependent daycare spending account. In addition, all regular employees enjoy incentive plans, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term disability coverage, paid time off and holidays, participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and access to our Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees may also benefit from our Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement and Capital Accumulation Plan, subject to IRS minimum earnings requirements. Please note that “regular employees” refers to those who are not temporary staff, such as interns, and some benefits may not apply to employees in Puerto Rico.
For further details about our comprehensive benefits, we encourage you to visit the link below.
MiniMed Benefits Overview
About MiniMed
MiniMed is a full-stack insulin delivery company dedicated to supporting people living with diabetes through every step of their journey — when and how they need it. For more than 40 years, we’ve been committed to redefining what’s possible: intelligent dosing systems designed for real life, predictive insights that stay a step ahead, and always on support when it’s needed most. At the heart of everything we do is a simple Mission: to make every day a better day for people with diabetes.
Learn more about our business, and our mission here.
It is the policy of MiniMed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, MiniMed will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
If you are applying to perform work for MiniMed in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which MiniMed reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. MiniMed will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
