Diversity
Advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion
We relentlessly practice diversity and inclusion in all we do to advance equity and belonging
Our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) program is committed to advancing our mission, knowing that embracing diverse perspectives makes way for innovation.
This innovative spirit goes beyond our products: we believe there is a place for DEI innovation across business decisions and behaviors. Transparency in our commitments and processes highlights equity we can act upon. Building inclusive leadership skills empowers teams to cultivate belonging. Driving internal representation that reflects our communities, stakeholders, and customers, positions Illumina to better meet the needs of our global market.
In all of this, we are anchored in the philosophy of practice, which reminds us that regardless of where we start, we all have opportunity to make a positive, inclusive impact each day.
Illumina's DEI approach
Diverse talent
18 global ERGs representing 9 distinct communities
Inclusive leadership
350+ employees completed strengths training
Equitable process
25% roles filled with internal candidates in 2023
Transparency
Quarterly people analytics dashboard, implemented focus group feedback, salary range transparency
Our 2030 targets
Increase
underrepresented minorities4 in workforce and leadership2
Maintain
zero net pay gap1
Increase
gender representation in leadership2
- Zero net pay means no statistically significant difference in pay for the same or similar work, regardless of gender ethnicity, or race
- Leadership = Manager, equivalent, and above
- Though we do not use the Federal Employer Information Report EEO-1 to measure progress, the data represented is from our most recent filing. Gender and race/ethnicity are self-reported by the employee. Totals may not add up to 100% due to rounding or employees who have not reported their race/ethnicity.
- Minorities (US): Asian, Black, Native, Pacific Islander, Hispanic or Latino, two or more.
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 believe no one should be paid differently due to their gender, race, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin. For this reason, we monitor our pay equity status and market competitiveness on an annual basis to ensure we offer equal pay.
Since 2019 we have maintained a zero net pay gap across gender, race, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or national origin.
Pay equity reports
Égalité professionnelle entre les femmes et les hommes 2023
France Gender Equality Index 2023
- Zero net gap in pay means no statistically significant difference in pay for the same or similar work, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race.
We celebrate and connect diverse employees through our Employee Resource Groups
Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) deepen our respectful, inclusive culture by engaging employees around the issues they care about. They help employees develop connections with their peers and allies, and collectively advocate for diversity initiatives. Our growing ERGs also deliver expanded career and development experiences. We are proud to have ERGs represented globally supporting young professionals, LGTBQ+, veterans, people of color / minorities, people with disabilities, and women.
Our ERG program philosophy
Our four contribution pillars ensure programming both supports ERG member needs and aligns with Illumina’s values.
This focused work educates our teams about the value of difference and uses the power of diversity to drive innovative problem solving for our business.
Community service
Support our communities by engaging with nonprofits where we live and work.
Career development
Focus on building the careers and skills of diverse employees into future leaders.
Education and avocacy
Create more understanding and deeper collaboration.
Business impact
Enhance innovation with diverse teams identifying and solving business challenges.
Our ERG program aims to:
Develop diverse leaders
- Identify, develop, and retain talent from many different backgrounds
- Reward and recognize those who invest in our inclusive culture
- Support the growth and expansion of employee networks
Enable skills practice
- Create opportunities to practice and advance strategic thinking and leadership skills in a soft-landing environment
- Provide access to Illumina leaders to develop broader business perspective
- Get exclusive participation in conferences, training programs, and early-access tools through DEI
Genomics for good in action
Veterans Find New Rewards at Illumina
Empowering the disability community at Illumina
