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The Engineering Services & NRE role is responsible for establishing and managing the commercial, operational, and strategic framework for engineering services and R&D spend across product development portfolio and transform how the company decides, funds, sources, governs, and leverages engineering capability across its entire product portfolio. The role ensures that engineering NRE (Non-Recurring Engineering) is clearly defined, contracted, tracked, sourced, and delivered efficiently—while continuously improving how the organization plans, sources, and delivers engineering services. · Cost control Improve visibility and control of NRE and engineering services and R&D spend. · Predictability Align projects expectations around cost, scope, resources, and delivery....

About the role We build the software platform that validates DRAGEN — Illumina's secondary analysis engine for clinical and research genomics. Our internal framework orchestrates thousands of automated tests across HPC clusters, AWS, and local DRAGEN nodes, and gives 30+ engineering teams the tooling they need to ship pipeline changes with confidence. We're hiring a Senior Bioinformatics Software Engineer to expand and maintain this platform. You'll lead verification work in cross-functional teams, drive complex technical initiatives end-to-end, and help shape how clinical-grade genomics gets tested at scale. What you'll do Lead end-to-end verification for complex data analysis software in multidisciplinary...

Responsibilities Picking of materials using RF scanners in ambient, refrigerated and frozen storage locations based off of shipping pick lists provided Packing of materials according to procedure which includes handling of packing supplies, corrugated boxes, coolers, cold packs and dry ice Generating shipping labels through ERP and carrier software Performing Area Line Clearance to ensure quality of each shipment and completing documentation following Good Documentation Practice Maintaining organization of work areas through 6S (sort, straighten, standardize, shine, sustain, safety) Support other warehouse and logistic tasks as assigned which can include Receipt of incoming goods (stock and non-stock), labeling and stocking...

The Electrical Engineer 2 plays a key role in the development, introduction, and lifecycle support of complex DNA sequencing instruments. This hands-on engineering position spans New Product Introduction (NPI), manufacturing transfer, sustaining engineering, and product lifecycle management. The role combines broad electrical engineering fundamentals with technical ownership of smart PCAs, high-performance compute (HPC) platforms, and cable/interconnect systems used in advanced genomic instrumentation. The engineer will drive component and supplier changes, execute qualification activities, investigate product and manufacturing issues, and support continuous improvements in product reliability, performance, manufacturability, and supply continuity. Success in this role requires strong troubleshooting ability, hands-on laboratory...

The Sr. Manager, Bioinformatics will lead a team of bioinformatics scientists supporting Illumina's Clinical Genomics portfolio, including oncology, reproductive health, and regulated clinical sequencing products. This leader will oversee bioinformatics activities supporting assay development, software releases, regulatory submissions, and product commercialization. The role will partner closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality bioinformatics solutions that support product development and customer success. Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and develop a team of bioinformatics scientists while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence. Manage bioinformatics activities supporting Clinical Genomics product development, commercialization, and lifecycle management, including portfolio prioritization, resource allocation, and risk...

The Field Service Engineer will provide daily on-site support performing installation, upgrade, diagnoses, troubleshooting, and repair of complex equipment and systems. Provides feedback to Manager and identifies opportunities to promote efficiency in day to day operations. The successful applicant will be part of an award-winning customer support team that leads the industry in customer satisfaction. Delivers technical support to onsite sites utilizing experience performing installations, diagnoses, troubleshooting, service, and repair of complex Illumina instrumentation and systems. This role requires troubleshooting, communication, time management, situational awareness, poise under pressure, and collaboration. You will be expected to build and maintain strong relationships...

The Facilities Engineer will be responsible for developing and executing validation protocols as related to new or upgraded facilities and utilities as used for medical device manufacturing. This person will work cross-functionally to assist with the development of requirements based on their expertise in clean rooms, water systems, HVAC and other systems used to support a regulated manufacturing environment. This person will also be responsible for report writing. Responsibilities Work cross functionally to develop and execute validation plans Generation of design specifications as well as other engineering-related documentation to support facility / utility qualifications and commissioning Preparation and execution of...

Illumina is seeking a Manager, R&D Strategic Partnerships with strong program management expertise to lead execution across complex, R&D strategic partnerships and strategic account programs. This role will translate strategic objectives and partner commitments into actionable program plans, establish effective governance, guide cross-functional teams, and coordinate delivery across R&D and other functions. Depending on the partnership model, the role may also manage the external partner relationship and lead formal joint governance. Because the portfolio is evolving, the successful candidate must be comfortable bringing structure to ambiguity, working independently, managing multiple programs, and communicating effectively with internal leaders and external stakeholders....

Location Rockville, Maryland centered territory. Position is field-based, customer-facing, and home-office based. The Executive Territory Account Manager's role is to ensure achievement of territory sales objectives and growth targets for the assigned territory in line with the Company's mission; to develop and implement sales plans through both strategic and tactical activities; to accurately forecast sales projections; and to provide regular feedback on the status of specific sales opportunities, the market and competitor activities. Responsibilities Development of territory and account-specific sales plans. Implementation/execution of sales plan to meet assigned sales quotas. Field-based activities at or greater than 50% is expected....

Exciting opportunity to serve as the Program Manager for Illumina's High Throughput Sequencing (HTS) portfolio, including NovaSeq X and NovaSeq 6000 platforms. The Staff Program Manager is responsible for driving execution of on-market platform priorities, sustaining initiatives, product improvements, lifecycle management activities, and cross-functional governance across Development, Quality, Operations, Regulatory, Commercial, Service, and Supply Chain organizations. This role serves as a key operational partner to the Product Technical Lead and platform leadership team, translating strategic priorities into executable plans and ensuring timely delivery of critical initiatives that improve customer experience, platform reliability, quality, compliance, operational efficiency, and business performance. Operating...

The Global Protective Security Operations Specialist will report to the Senior Director, Global Security in close coordination with t he Regional Security Managers, and relevant business stakeholders . This role requires a highly adaptable security professional capable of seamlessly shifting between proactive global travel risk mitigation , high visibility corporate event and executive protection security, and performing discreet internal investigations. This role is cross-functional and requires a well-organized and detail-oriented individual with a “low-profile, high-impact” mindset. This role will be based in San Diego California at the Illumina Headquarters. The Global Protective Security Operations Specialist will have significant knowledge and...

We are a leader in the development of innovative DNA sequencing instruments that transform the landscape of genomics. Our flagship products, such as the NovaSeq X and 6K series, drive scientific discoveries across healthcare and biotechnology. Join us and bring your expertise to products that make a difference globally. As a Staff Electrical Engineer in our Lifecycle Management team, you will be a technical leader responsible for overseeing the entire electrical-system lifecycle of our high-performance sequencing products — from New Product Introduction (NPI) through sustaining phases until end-of-life. You will lead and manage technical LCM projects end-to-end, guiding a sub-team...

The Field Service Engineer 2 position is responsible for customer success. The successful applicant will be part of an award-winning customer support team that leads the industry in customer satisfaction. The Field Service Engineer 2 partners with customers to install and maintain all hardware including customer troubleshooting, and complaint resolution. This position serves as an engineering consultant during pre- and post-sales activities and will collaborate with broader commercial team to maximize sales growth, support instrument uptime and customer satisfaction. This role requires proficient troubleshooting, communication, time management, situational awareness, poise under pressure, and collaboration. You will be expected to build...

Illumina is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Staff Scientist to help advance molecular diagnostics and precision oncology through the development of next-generation sequencing (NGS) assays. In this role, you will serve as a technical leader within a multidisciplinary product development environment, driving the design, optimization, verification, and validation of innovative oncology assays intended for research and/or clinical applications. The ideal candidate combines deep expertise in molecular biology, assay development, and NGS technologies with a proven track record of leading complex technical initiatives in a fast-paced product development environment. This individual will operate with a high degree of independence, influence...

Location San Diego, CA hybrid. Not remote. As a Staff AI DevOps Engineer, you will help shape how AI transforms software development and infrastructure services across the organization. As a key technical member of the DevOps team, you will design and build secure, scalable, enterprise-grade AI solutions; including infrastructure for federated AI agents, MCP servers, and AI-augmented development workflows across AWS and Azure. You will work hands-on with teams across Infrastructure & Cloud Services and software development to solve complex technical challenges, establish sound engineering patterns, and enhance the end-to-end AI lifecycle; from experimentation, development, evaluation, and deployment to...

The Field Service Engineer 2 position is responsible for customer success. The successful applicant will be part of an award-winning customer support team that leads the industry in customer satisfaction. The Field Service Engineer 2 partners with customers to install and maintain all hardware including customer troubleshooting, and complaint resolution. This position serves as an engineering consultant during pre- and post-sales activities and will collaborate with broader commercial team to maximize sales growth, support instrument uptime and customer satisfaction. This role requires proficient troubleshooting, communication, time management, situational awareness, poise under pressure, and collaboration. You will be expected to build...

The Onsite Field Service Engineer will provide daily on-site support performing installation, upgrade, diagnoses, troubleshooting, and repair of complex equipment and systems. Provides feedback to Manager and identifies opportunities to promote efficiency in day to day operations. The successful applicant will be part of an award-winning customer support team that leads the industry in customer satisfaction. Delivers technical support to onsite sites utilizing experience performing installations, diagnoses, troubleshooting, service, and repair of complex Illumina instrumentation and systems. This role requires troubleshooting, communication, time management, situational awareness, poise under pressure, and collaboration. You will be expected to build and maintain strong...

The Senior Manager, Finance serves as the Finance lead for Global Logistics & Distribution, Global Trade & Compliance, Packaging Engineering, cost-to-deliver financial management, and regional supply chain operations. This role establishes financial objectives, forecast methodologies, and savings tracking mechanisms across freight, duties, tariffs, logistics costs, trade compliance initiatives, and supply chain transformation programs. The position partners with Supply Chain, Logistics, Trade Compliance, Accounting, Operations, and Finance leadership to translate operational drivers into financial outcomes, improve gross margin visibility, strengthen forecast accuracy, and drive accountability for committed savings. The role leads financial planning, budgeting, business case modeling, savings validation, risk and...

Illumina’s Multiomics software portfolio helps customers connect multiomic assays, analysis, and interpretation into usable products and workflows — including Illumina Connected Multiomics (ICM) and related software applications across spatial, single-cell, methylation, proteomics, and adjacent multiomics surfaces. As Associate Director, Software Technical Product Management — Multiomics, you lead the Multiomics software product management group you set the bar for product excellence, coach a team of STPMs, and own the coherent product narrative across the Multiomics portfolio. You are a people leader first and a senior product leader second. You partner with the Data Platforms & Multiomics engineering organization, BioInsight platform peers,...

The Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist will be an instrumental member of the Regulatory Affairs team supporting on-market in vitro diagnostic (IVD) products in the United States and international markets. This role is responsible for supporting post-market regulatory compliance activities, including adverse event reporting, field actions, recalls, post-market surveillance, and regulatory assessments. The individual will serve as a key regulatory partner to cross-functional teams, providing guidance on regulatory requirements, risk evaluations, and reporting obligations. Key responsibilities include conducting timely assessments of potential adverse events and field actions to determine regulatory reportability, supporting MDR and recall decision-making, coordinating regulatory reporting activities, developing...