Director, Product Management – Multiomics & NGS Applications

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Director, Product Management – Multiomics & NGS Applications
 

We are seeking a strategic and visionary Director of Product Management to lead the growth and adoption of Illumina’s multiomics and NGS applications portfolio. In this highly cross-functional role, you will shape the future of integrated workflow solutions that span genomics, transcriptomics, epigenomics, and spatial biology. Your leadership will be instrumental in defining Illumina’s applications strategy, forging strategic partnerships, and delivering end-to-end solutions that enable impactful discoveries across research and clinical domains.

You will collaborate closely with R&D, Product Marketing, Commercial teams, and external partners to expand the reach and relevance of Illumina’s multiomics ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

Applications Strategy & Product Vision

• Define and drive Illumina’s strategy for multiomics and NGS application workflows, aligned with customer needs, market trends, and emerging scientific applications.
• Synthesize market insights, customer requirements, and competitive intelligence to shape investment priorities and product direction.
• Develop long-range strategic plans to grow revenue and market share across key segments and applications.

Market Development & Strategic Partnerships

• Identify and develop new application areas and customer segments where Illumina’s multiomics workflows can unlock value—such as translational research, pharma, population genomics, and precision medicine.
• Drive adoption of integrated Illumina workflows by partnering with Customer Segment Marketing, Product Management, and Field Marketing to generate demand and customer awareness.
• Partner with Business Development and Corporate Strategy to evaluate collaboration and partnership opportunities that accelerate market entry or application validation.
• Actively engage with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), early adopters, and consortia to inform Illumina’s applications strategy and demonstrate scientific and economic impact.

Cross-Functional Leadership & Technical Enablement

• Act as the strategic lead for Applications across Illumina’s product ecosystem—representing the voice of the customer across Product Development, R&D, and Marketing.
• Serve as a key contributor to the technical roadmap, ensuring future projects support evolving customer needs and outperform competitive solutions.
• Drive customer and commercial readiness for new product introductions (NPIs), including development of technical content, launch training, and differentiation messaging.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in molecular biology, genomics, bioengineering, or related life science field; MBA or equivalent strategic experience strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in product management, applications development, or strategy within the genomics, diagnostics, or life science tools industry.
• Deep understanding of Illumina workflows, sequencing platforms, and customer ecosystems.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives that integrate multiple technologies into cohesive, scalable solutions.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills with a strong bias toward execution.

The estimated base salary range for the Director, Product Management – Multiomics & NGS Applications role based in the United States of America is: $183,700 - $275,500. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

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