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) – Madrid, Spain
Field-based role with an average travel requirement of 60%
Candidates must reside in the Madrid area or within one hour's travel distance
As a Technical Sales Specialist here at Illumina in Madrid, you will play a pivotal role in advancing genomic applications across diverse 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.
Illumina's employee benefits are industry-leading and include flexible time off, private medical insurance, compassion and care time off, leisure travel insurance, pension, employee stock purchasing program, volunteer time off, and much more

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 Spanish and English and thrive in roles that combine scientific expertise with relationship-building. While prior sales experience is not essential, you are motivated by objectives and excited to join a customer-facing position. Flexibility to travel (approximately 60%) is key to success in this role.

Key Responsibilities Include
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, channel partners, 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.

What Can You Expect
Our team members are bright, energetic, and dedicated – they are the driving force behind our innovation and impact. To attract the best and brightest, we offer a competitive employee benefits program. We view it as a smart investment in our people, one that recognises the tremendous value they bring to our business every day. At Illumina, we push boundaries. We think beyond the conventional. We dream big. With the energy of so many bright and accomplished people, the opportunities are endless.

INDEUR
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.