Technical Sales Specialist

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. Technical Sales Specialist – Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) – Southern Germany Field-based role with an average travel requirement of 60% Candidates must reside within sales territory Fluent in German and English language Please apply with your English CV. The Role As a Technical Sales Specialist, you will be an integral part of the German Sales Specialist s team, working alongside with multiomics , clinical, and bioinformatics sales specialists , embedded in the German Commercial Organization. Y ou will play a pivotal role in advancing genomic applications across divers sectors, including research, clinical, applied genomics, and service providers . You will partner closely with our commercial team to deliver innovative solutions in areas such as transcriptomics, oncology, genetic disease testing, microbiology, and agrigenomics . This is a customer-facing role where your scientific expertise and consultative approach will help shape the future of genomic science. Why You You are passionate about genomics and eager to apply your technical knowledge in a dynamic, customer-focused environment. You bring a strong background in molecular biology and NGS, ideally supported by a PhD in Genomics, Life Sciences, Medical, or Health Care disciplines. You are fluent in both German and English and thrive in roles that combine scientific expertise with relationship-building. Y ou are motivated by objectives and excited to join a customer-facing position. Key Responsibilities Include Commercial Responsibility Owning the Library Prep quota , being on top of sales funnel , and focusing on achieving sales targets Technical Expertise Deliver in-depth technical consultations on NGS applications, assay design, and data interpretation. Support customers in implementing workflows and solutions effectively. Training and Education Conduct training sessions for customers and colleagues on NGS applications and library preparation workflows. Empower others with the knowledge to harness the power of genomics. Collaboration and Account Management Work closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, service & support, and marketing. Ensure seamless communication and comprehensive account management throughout the sales cycle. Market Insight and Sales Objectives Stay ahead of market trends and identify new opportunities for Illumina technologies. Leverage technical expertise to achieve and exceed sales targets. Customer Engagement Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, turning them into long-term partners. Represent Illumina with professionalism and integrity at all times . Experience/Education: Typically requires extensive related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or considerable related experience and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with some related experience; or equivalent experience. The estimated base salary range for the Technical Sales Specialist role based in Germany is EUR 67,400 - 101,200. The range reflects long‑term growth in the role; therefore, most candidates are hired between the minimum and middle of the range. Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. This salary range applies to the primary posting location listed above. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range will be updated accordingly. Compensation ranges for other locations will differ to reflect local market competitiveness and will be shared with candidates if applicable during the recruitment process. 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 thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your wellbeing, flexibility, and life beyond work. Our approach combines globally differentiated offerings with locally tailored programs, ensuring you have the support you need—whether that’s support during important life moments, time to recharge, flexibility in how you work, or opportunities to give back. This includes flexible time off and a weeklong company‑wide summer shutdown. 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 [email protected]. 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. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.