Careers at Illumina

Impact the future of human health

Do the extraordinary. Every day.

Do more than you ever thought possible

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?

For more than 25 years, Illumina has set the standard for genomics and beyond, pioneering technologies that fuel groundbreaking scientific advancements. The evidence of our impact is all around you—in the health care you receive, the food that you eat, and the decisions you make for your family. Now, we’re unlocking the power of multiomics and data-driven insights to shape what’s next for our industry.

Whether you’re interested in technology, science, engineering, sales, or contributing to one of the hundreds of teams who support our efforts—you will make a difference.

Bring your curiosity and passion. Lean into complex challenges. Accelerate breakthroughs. Because when we win, the world wins.

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Where breakthroughs begin

Illumina technology equips researchers and clinicians with the tools and insights they need to make discoveries and decisions that change lives. From advancing our understanding of disease to enabling earlier diagnosis and more personalized care, our innovations help transform complex genomic data into meaningful impact for people around the world.

We innovate intentionally to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Because on the other side of every solution stand people who rely on Illumina technology to provide answers.

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Our culture

The Illumina experience starts with our people: Connected, collaborative, and united by purpose. Everyone shares a commitment to our mission and a responsibility to do what’s right for the long-term health of people and our planet. This dedication to the greater good energizes us all to show up each day. It creates a culture of trust and respect where individual contributions and collective effort are combined to achieve something bigger than ourselves.

And our impact extends beyond the workplace. Through volunteering and community engagement, we strengthen the bond between our mission and the world we serve.

Learn more about Corporate Responsibility at Illumina

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Our people

An extraordinary mission requires extraordinary people at every level. And if genomics is to be made useful for all, it must be developed by a group of people who reflect the world around us. By collaborating across teams, learning from deep expertise, and contributing to meaningful projects, you’ll build new skills and strengthen your impact.

  • 86% of employees are proud to work for Illumina
  • 91% of employees feel their manager supports balancing work and personal life
  • 33% of roles filled by internal candidates
  • ~9000 total patents worldwide issued to Illumina as of FY25
  • Illumina has maintained seven consecutive years of a zero net pay gap as of FY25
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Our benefits

Our goal is to enable employees to take advantage of the benefits that are most meaningful to them. Comprehensive benefits* are designed to value the whole you—prioritizing healthcare, mental health resources, family‑building support, and time to recharge.

  • Comprehensive health and medical benefits
  • Mental health program or EAP for employees, dependents, and all household members
  • Retirement savings plan or local pension plan
  • Bonus eligibility
  • Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
  • Life, accident, and disability insurance
  • Financial assistance for job-related education
  • Compassion and care time off
  • Generous paid time off
  • Holiday paid time off
  • 2 company-wide paid week shutdowns
  • 2 days of optional paid volunteer time off
  • Paid parental and family leave
  • Reproductive health support
  • Donation matching to eligible charities of your choice

*Specific benefits may vary based on region

An award-winning experience

Disability Equality Index

Best Place to Work
2025

Military Times

Best for Vets
2025

CNBC

America’s most JUST Companies
2025

Newsweek

Greenest Companies; Most Responsible Companies; Excellence Index
2025

Time Magazine

Most Sustainable Companies
2025

3BL

Top 100 Best Corporate Citizens
2025

USA Today

America’s Climate Leaders
2025

U.S. News & World Report

Best Companies to Work For; Best in Health Care and Research; Best in the West
2025-2026

Illumina employees share their "why"

Our team members dedicate their days to improving human health. But why do they choose to work in genomics? Hear from them to find out.
Meagan, Program Manager
Because we've all been touched by disease

Meagan’s father was diagnosed with melanoma. The Illumina Program Manager shares that due to early detection, he was able to get the treatment he needed in the time he needed. “Knowing that the company I work for is directly contributing to unlocking that technology is personal and super impactful.”

Ragini, Quality Leader
Because genomics is enabling a new era of healthcare

Ragini is passionate about ensuring people are living at their optimum. “If I’m spending my day contributing to something,” shares the Quality leader, “it better be cutting edge. It better be disrupting. It better be something that I go back home feeling great about.”

Lawrence
Because our customers are changing the world

Through his work supporting customers, Lawrence gets to hear first-hand all of the different areas Illumina technology impacts–from cancer to world hunger–and that’s why he finds the future of genomics so inspiring. “It’s encouraging when I think about the future, because there’s so many questions that I think sequencing and genetics will solve.”

Severine, Sr. Director Bioinformatics
Because together we can use genomics for the greater good

“I grew up loving to solve problems,” shares Severine, Sr. Director Bioinformatics at Illumina. “If I see a newborn getting taken care of because we have come up with the software that could be used together with an Illumina sequencer, I think… that’s the best gift you can ever give to someone. I can’t think of a better thing to do.”