Training Developer Jobs

Training Developers design and create learning experiences that help employees build the skills they need to succeed. They turn business goals and subject-matter expertise into clear, engaging training—often combining instructional design, digital content development, and learning technology. Explore Training Developer opportunities on Ladders, where job seekers can find vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Training Developers Do

Responsibilities vary by organization, but Training Developers commonly assess learning needs, plan course content, develop instructional materials, and evaluate whether training meets its goals. They may create e-learning modules, instructor-led presentations, job aids, videos, simulations, onboarding programs, and blended learning experiences. Many partner with subject-matter experts, HR and learning teams, designers, and business leaders to keep content accurate and relevant.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often look for strong writing, communication, project management, and instructional design skills. Experience with learning management systems and authoring tools can be valuable, as can familiarity with adult learning principles, accessibility, assessment design, and multimedia production. Depending on the role, employers may also seek expertise in a particular industry, technical subject, or learning methodology.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Training Developers work across industries, including technology, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and professional services. Related titles may include Instructional Designer, Learning Experience Designer, eLearning Developer, Training Specialist, and Learning and Development Consultant. With experience, professionals may advance into senior design, learning strategy, program management, or learning and development leadership roles.

Find Training Developer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review job requirements, compare roles, and identify positions that align with your experience in learning design, content development, and workforce training.

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$110K - $130K *

Elevate team performance by leading a Scrum team in developing and modernizing enterprise SaaS applications. Guide technical decisions, mentor engineers, and foster collaboration across departments to...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate technical training by delivering hands-on instruction in industrial automation. Engage with diverse customers to enhance their skills and drive performance outcomes through tailored learning e...

Troy, MIRemote

2 days ago

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

$161K - $202K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic Learning & Development team to enhance clinical and non-clinical training programs, ensuring high-quality patient care through innovative strategies and scalable...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock technical excellence by providing critical support for product implementations, ensuring seamless installations and troubleshooting for diverse technologies. Collaborate with teams to enhance c...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$87K - $157K *

Elevate your career by leading training initiatives that enhance learning experiences across teams. Drive strategic alignment and operational efficiency while fostering a culture of continuous improve...

Missouri, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

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Peachtree City, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $160K *

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $105K *

Unlock potential by delivering engaging training experiences that empower customers to master our solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance learning programs and drive customer suc...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$74K - $137K *

Lead the charge in transforming workflows with AI, driving adoption and measurable impact in legal, tax, and trade sectors. Collaborate with clients and teams to design, implement, and evaluate innova...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Transform the learning landscape by leading the design and development of innovative educational materials. You'll engage diverse teams to create immersive, high-quality training experiences using cut...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$466K - $500K+*

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI by designing and building scalable platforms for large-scale machine learning model training, enhancing performance, and creating user-friendly experiences...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Drive growth by owning the cross-sell pipeline, leveraging data-driven strategies to engage high-volume clients and optimize operations for maximum customer lifetime value. Collaborate with teams to d...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful training and coaching for dental practices, enhancing adoption of digital workflows and intraoral scanning. Collaborate with clinicians and leaders to ensure operational readiness and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $125K *

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Reston, VARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$157K - $180K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $145K *

Elevate public health data interoperability by designing and implementing secure, scalable data pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to modernize legacy systems and ensure compliance, dr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining HR support for a growing fellowship program. You'll oversee onboarding, advise managers, and enhance employee relations while ensuring a seamless experience for fellows a...

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

$120K - $145K *

Transform cloud infrastructure for higher education products by designing, building, and operating AWS and Azure environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability, automate processes, and me...

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4 weeks ago

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

$81K - $129K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$112K - $137K *

Unlock potential by designing and developing interactive dashboards that enhance program performance insights. Collaborate with teams to translate data into actionable visualizations, driving informed...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a key leader in innovative assessment development, guiding a team to create impactful educational solutions while collaborating across divisions and managing client expectatio...

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6 days ago

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

$95K - $160K *

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

$95K - $160K *

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

$75K - $104K *

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Maryland, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Training Developer do?question toggle

    A Training Developer creates learning materials and programs that help people gain job-related knowledge and skills. The work can include needs analysis, course design, e-learning development, presentations, job aids, and training evaluation.

  • What skills are important for Training Developer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include instructional design, clear writing, communication, project management, and knowledge of adult learning principles. Employers may also seek experience with learning management systems, e-learning authoring tools, accessibility, or multimedia content.

  • What qualifications do employers look for in a Training Developer?question toggle

    Requirements vary. Employers may prioritize relevant experience in training, instructional design, learning and development, or a related field. Some roles request a degree, industry-specific knowledge, or proficiency with particular design and learning technologies.

  • Where do Training Developers work?question toggle

    Training Developers work in many sectors, including technology, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and professional services. They may be part of an internal learning and development team, a consulting organization, or a specialized training group.

  • What related job titles should Training Developers search for?question toggle

    Related titles include Instructional Designer, Learning Experience Designer, eLearning Developer, Training Specialist, and Learning and Development Consultant. Responsibilities and title conventions differ across employers.

  • How can I find Training Developer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Training Developer and related professional roles on Ladders, review each listing's compensation and qualifications, and focus your search on opportunities that match your experience and career goals.