Staff Data Scientist

Job Category: Technology and IT
Job Type: Remote
Job Location: United States
Company Name: Illumina

About Illumina

At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to achieve health equity for billions worldwide. Our work enables life-changing discoveries in early disease detection, diagnosis, and treatment. Every role at Illumina contributes to transforming human health and advancing genomics innovation.


Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled AI/ML Engineer to join our Global Commercial Finance team. This role will design and deploy advanced machine learning models to optimize revenue forecasting, identify new growth opportunities, and deliver AI-driven solutions that shape financial decision-making.

You will collaborate across global finance, commercial, marketing, and data science teams, building scalable AI products that enhance accuracy, efficiency, and strategic capabilities. This is a unique opportunity to combine deep technical expertise with business impact at the intersection of genomics, finance, and artificial intelligence.


Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and deploy machine learning models for revenue forecasting and opportunity identification.

  • Stay ahead of the latest AI/ML research and tools, applying them to commercial finance strategies.

  • Build and operationalize AI products to drive productivity and decision-making.

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable ML solutions.

  • Partner with data engineering teams to design robust data pipelines and deployment frameworks.

  • Apply advanced statistical and ML techniques (forecasting, regression, classification).

  • Continuously monitor, retrain, and optimize models for accuracy and relevance.


Required Qualifications

  • Master’s or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or related field.

  • 6+ years of experience in AI/ML, data science, or engineering roles.

  • Proven expertise in building and deploying AI/ML solutions in finance or commercial domains.

  • Strong skills in Python, SQL, TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn.

  • Experience with time-series forecasting, regression, and classification.

  • Proficiency with large datasets and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.


Preferred Skills

  • Knowledge of causal inference, Bayesian modeling, or reinforcement learning.

  • Exposure to Generative AI (GenAI) in financial or commercial applications.

  • Industry experience in life sciences, biotech, or healthcare.

  • Familiarity with ERP/financial planning tools (e.g., SAP HANA).


Compensation & Benefits

  • Base Salary Range: $138,800 – $208,200 (US-based)

  • Eligible for bonus or commission programs + potential equity.

  • Benefits include: genomic sequencing access, health/vision/dental, retirement plans, family planning, paid time off, and more.


Why Join Illumina?

  • Work at the cutting edge of AI, genomics, and healthcare innovation.

  • Be part of an inclusive, collaborative culture with Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).

  • Zero gender, race, or ethnicity pay gap.

  • Career growth opportunities through mentorship, leadership programs, and cross-functional collaboration.


Equal Opportunity Statement

Illumina is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities and comply with all federal, state, and local employment laws.


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