Welcome to the Instructional Designer Job Category

At Ladders, we provide an exclusive collection of high-paying jobs for instructional designers. Whether you're looking to merge your passion for education and technology or are an experienced designer seeking new opportunities, this is the place for you.

Who is an Instructional Designer?

An instructional designer is a professional who leverages their understanding of learning theories to create engaging, effective educational materials.

Roles & Responsibilities

They are involved in curriculum planning, educational content creation and assessment design, often in a digital environment.

Career Opportunities & Growth

With the continuing expansion of e-learning and digital education resources, the demand for instructional designers is on the rise.

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$110K - $130K *

Join us in translating experience strategy into scalable, secure digital solutions for Military Community and Family Policy initiatives. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure designs meet accessi...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team committed to driving financial wellness solutions. This role offers significant opportunities for impact, collaboration, and growth within a fast-paced, evolving startup environmen...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead, develop, and manage high-quality curricular projects for world language programs, aligning educational goals with detailed menus for instructional materials. Collaborate cross-functionally to en...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$108K - $135K *

Shape the future of data solutions by configuring and testing the Origami platform to meet client needs while leading integration and data conversion efforts with a collaborative team of experts...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$167K - $268K *

Join a team that's transforming strategic delivery excellence. Drive the design and execution of enterprise-level initiatives while developing the next generation of delivery leaders. Your impact shap...

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Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $137K *

Contribute to the growth of Digital Velocity by enhancing sales strategies and relationships, managing the entire sales lifecycle, and driving revenue through client development and collaboration with...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at a leading engineering team by designing and maintaining a large-scale, API-driven platform. Collaborate with senior engineers, mentor junior developers, and drive technical inno...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $135K *

Elevate your career as a technical leader, guiding software engineering teams to develop scalable, cloud-native solutions while driving excellence and collaboration across cross-functional partners...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing disaster recovery strategies for IT services, ensuring high availability and resilience to support U.S. government operations globally, while meeting complian...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of complex enterprise solutions by collaborating with clients, uncovering pain points, and crafting tailored AI-driven approaches that deliver measurable value and drive business transf...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $140K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of process innovation and AI, partnering with stakeholders to design and implement transformative AI solutions that enhance operational efficiency and business...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $110K *

Transform retail spaces by creating and overseeing construction documents, managing project budgets, and ensuring compliance with design standards while mentoring junior designers and collaborating wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Grow your career with a strategic role that unifies customer experience, driving effective adoption and measurable impact in K–12 education. Lead a high-performing team to enhance customer success acr...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Inspire transformation by guiding newly acquired teams through systems integration. Leverage hands-on expertise to enhance tools, support change management, and ensure seamless adoption of processes a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K *

Empower students and families on their educational journeys by driving enrollment growth. Leverage your sales expertise to foster relationships, improve processes, and shape the future of our educatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Join us to build innovative Infrastructure-as-Code solutions that streamline client onboarding. Develop automated patterns and CI/CD pipelines to enhance security and governance, accelerating provisio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $85K *

Unlock potential by crafting compelling narratives that amplify our impact. Collaborate with leadership to shape communications strategies, manage media relations, and enhance our public visibility ac...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $120K *

Transform career readiness by leading the design and execution of an innovative model that unifies academic engagement, employer partnerships, and comprehensive support for student career success. Dri...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Develop and maintain seamless data integrations to enhance educational operations, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver scalable data solutions while ensuring quality and accuracy across K-12 pl...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Drive customer success by creating impactful training programs for our team. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance skills and improve customer satisfaction through effective learning in...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $190K *

Lead the charge in transforming business operations by assessing and designing AI solutions that enhance process efficiency, working closely with stakeholders to deliver actionable recommendations and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading project execution and stakeholder communication for developer experience surveys, enhancing client relationships in APAC. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive process im...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Unlock the potential of our Offensive Security program by leading a dynamic team to enhance penetration testing efforts, collaborate across teams, and advocate for security best practices while ensuri...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Create and revise detailed electrical design drawings for high voltage substations. Collaborate with teams, mentor junior staff, and maintain design standards while supporting field projects and enhan...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you take ownership of managing IT projects that enhance healthcare communications and support vital informatics initiatives, ensuring effective collaboration and change manageme...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What degree do I need to be an instructional designer?question toggle

    Most instructional designer roles require at least a bachelor's degree, preferably in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field. However, experience can sometimes be a substitute for formal education.

  • What skills are required for instructional design jobs?question toggle

    Key skills include knowledge of learning theories, proficiency in multimedia design tools, and a strong understanding of assessment strategies.