Staff Program Manager

1 Month ago • 8 Years + • Program Management

Job Summary

Job Description

This Staff Program Manager role involves overseeing strategic programs and initiatives, collaborating with senior leadership, and implementing program management methodologies. Key responsibilities include strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, performance monitoring, resource allocation, and reporting to senior leadership. The role also entails leading cross-functional strategic projects to support the company's long-term vision and growth objectives. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proven track record of successful program management.
Must have:
  • 8+ years in program management or strategic planning.
  • BA/BS/BEng Degree or equivalent
Good to have:
  • PMP, PgMP certifications are highly desirable.
  • Experience with portfolio management solutions (e.g. Planisware).

Job Details

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.

Position Summary

This role will be responsible for overseeing and managing strategic programs and initiatives that align with our company's long-term goals. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent project management skills and the ability to work collaboratively across various departments. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proven track record of successful program management and governance.

Position Responsibilities

  • Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement strategic plans that drive business growth and operational efficiency.
  • Program Management Framework: Implement and maintain standardized program management methodologies to ensure consistency, transparency, and efficiency across all initiatives.      
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including executives, department heads, and external partners.
  • Performance Monitoring: Establish metrics and KPIs to monitor program performance alignment with strategic goals.
  • Resource Allocation: Coordinate and allocate resources effectively to support program objectives.
  • Reporting & Communication: Provide regular updates to senior leadership on program status, risks, and outcomes.
  • Continuous Improvement: Promote a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and implementing best practices.
  • Strategic Project Leadership: Lead cross-functional strategic projects that support the company’s long-term vision and growth objectives.

Position Requirements

  • BA/BS/BEng Degree or equivalent
  • 8+ years of experience in program management, strategic planning, or enterprise PMO roles
  • PMP, PgMP certifications are highly desirable
  • Experience with portfolio management solutions (e.g. Planisware) is a plus


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 accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants.

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About The Company

At Illumina, our goal is to apply innovative technologies and revolutionary assays to the analysis of genetic variation and function, making studies possible that were not even imaginable just a few years ago. These studies will help make the realization of personalized medicine possible. With such rapid advances in technology taking place, it is mission critical to have solutions that are not only innovative, but flexible, scalable, and complete with industry-leading support and service. As a global company that places high value on collaborative interactions, rapid delivery of solutions, and prioritizing the needs of its customers, we strive to meet this challenge. Illumina’s innovative, array-based solutions for DNA, RNA, and protein analysis serve as tools for disease research, drug development, and the development of molecular tests in the clinic.



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