People | We nurture our people through a culture of care

Nurture our people and communities

An extraordinary mission requires extraordinary people. Together our impact is amplified, and our potential is unlimited.

We value creating a workplace centered on innovation and care that supports the unique talents of the individual, brings forward the best of the collective, and delivers on the Illumina mission at a global scale.

Illumina values

We are open

Innovation is in our DNA

We collaborate deeply

We are relentless in the creation of great products

We move fast and embrace change

Caring for our people

Building extraordinary teams and breakthrough innovations starts with caring for our employees and putting their welfare at the heart of all we do.

We strive to make every employee feel cared for through a range of benefits as innovative as our work. Including benefits like healthcare, access to genomics sequencing, and family planning; our goal is to enable all employees to take advantage of the benefits that are most meaningful to them and their loved ones.

We also prioritize the safety and well-being of our employees, contractors, and the communities where we work. Our policies follow a risk-based strategy that guides the assessment, evaluation, reduction, and management of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) risks while enhancing the overall effectiveness of our global operations.

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Supporting our employees to grow in ways they never imagined

At Illumina, there is no shortage of opportunities for those who continue to seek a new challenge.

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92% of employees feel their manager supports balancing work and personal life*

15% of new hires are referred by Illumina employees

33% of roles are filled by internal candidates

81% of employees are proud to work for lllumina

Illumina has maintained 6 consecutive years of a zero net pay gap

* As of FY24

Working to impact human health on a global scale

Investing in our people

Development at Illumina is an intentional, everyday activity that prepares employees for success in their work now and for opportunities in the future. It is available to all, accessible in many formats, and contributes to a meaningful career experience at Illumina.

Development is the catalyst for how we achieve success and become more than we ever thought possible—as individuals, as teams, and as an organization. Regardless of work arrangement or location, opportunities exist for continuous learning and growth.

Career development

Maintaining a Zero Net Pay Gap¹

Our pay practices are designed to compensate employees based on factors such as job performance, expertise, and experience relevant to individual geography. We monitor our pay status and market competitiveness on an annual basis to ensure we offer equal pay.

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Engaging our people to be agents of change

We strive to create a purpose-driven culture with opportunities for employees to volunteer in their community with the organizations that matter most to them. Guided by our CSR strategy focus areas, we deploy our skills, time, and resources to create a positive impact in our communities.

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