What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know Or all of humanity
At Illumina we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.
Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person in every role has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people inspiring leaders and world changing projects you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.
Responsibilities:
- Leading a team to accomplish objectives with energy and enthusiasm
- Is an experienced subject matter expert within Software Quality Engineering
- Able to lead inter-disciplinary investigation and resolution of problems in Software and Design Quality Engineering
- Manages content knowledge within Software Quality Engineering and recommends improvements
- Executes and achieves results for internal and external customers in an efficient and effective manner
- Receives departmental objectives with goals and targets and translates those to the team
- Plans activities at team level to meet operational needs.
- Takes direction regarding budget and resource allocation
- Balances effective utilization of direct reports within project and design quality plans
- Models personal accountability to goals and objectives.
- Grows and develops a high performing design quality team that can readily adapt to meet the changing needs of the organization
- Coaches team members proactively to support skill development and career growth leveraging formal resources and informal conversations
- Refines existing processes to improve department effectiveness
- Collaborates and works with others (up down and across the organization) in a way that brings the best thinking forward
- Builds and maintains positive relationships with team members within Software and Design Quality and with internal stakeholders
- Collaborates effectively outside the department and across sites to achieve departmental goals
- Manages effectively onsite and project-focused employees
Listed responsibilities are an essential but not exhaustive list of the usual duties associated with the position. Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs.
Requirements:
- Expert knowledge of product development and specifically software development (SDLC) processes Software Engineering Best Practices Design Controls Risk Management Verification and Validation
- A solid understanding of the application of regulations and standards (21CFR 820 IVDD/IVDR ISO 13485 ISO 14971 IEC62304)
- Experience with Clinical Trials/Evaluations GxP Auditing and CROs is a plus.
- Experience with post market activities (complaint handling / failure investigations)
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Comprehend technical reports and specification documents
- Review analyze summarize and interpret quality systems data draw conclusions make appropriate decisions and recommendations write concise and accurate reports and give oral presentations
- Self-motivated strong leadership skills with demonstrated ability to guide and influence medium sized teams effectively
- Working across teams and functions managing and escalating risk
- Excellent organizational skills and able to work cross-functionally
- Hands-on experience with Next Generation Sequencing consumables and chemistry preferred
- Hands-on experience with Software used in Next Generation Sequencing products preferred
- Occasional travel may be required
All listed requirements are deemed as essential functions to this position; however business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional task and responsibilities.
Typically requires a Bachelors degree and a minimum of 12 years of related experience with 3-6 years of Management experience.
The estimated base salary range for the Senior Manager Software Quality role based in the United States of America is: $138800 - $208200. 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 individuals 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.
We are a company deeply rooted in belonging promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation Illumina has always prioritized openness collaboration and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay regardless of gender ethnicity or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences increase cultural awareness and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex race creed color gender religion marital status domestic partner status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation pregnancy military or veteran status citizenship status and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local state and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local state and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process please contact To learn more visit: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Required Experience:
Senior Manager