Instructional Designer V: 26-03379

Akraya Inc.; Mountain View (CA); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Akraya in Mountain View, CA seeks a Learning Strategy Lead to define and oversee learning programs across expert groups. You’ll own the full lifecycle—from intake and needs assessment to content design, development oversight, and effectiveness measurement—driving business outcomes and performance.

Responsibilities include setting objectives, evaluating content for reuse or creation, designing learning journeys, coordinating with SMEs and content developers, and monitoring progress to mitigate

Qualifications

• Proven experience in developing and executing learning strategies.
• Ability to design effective learning assessments and certification methods.
• Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders, including subject matter experts and business partners.

Responsibilities

• Define learning objectives and measure success criteria for new programs.
• Assess existing content and develop plans for its reuse, adaptation, or creation.
• Design learning journeys, including module sequencing, format, and assessment strategies.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and content developers to ensure design alignment.
• Monitor content development progress and identify/mitigate potential risks.

Skills

Learning strategy

Instructional design

Program management

Assessment design

GenAI

Job description

Primary Skills:

Learning strategy (advanced), Instructional design (advanced), Program management (intermediate), Assessment design (advanced), GenAI (beginner)

Contract Type:

W2

Duration:

6 months

Location:

Mountain View, CA (#LI-Hybrid)

Pay Range:

$120-$130 per hour on W2 #LP

Job Summary:

This role is responsible for defining and overseeing comprehensive learning strategies fo(#LI-Hybrid)r various expert groups. You will own the entire learning lifecycle, from initial intake and needs assessment to content design, development oversight, and effectiveness measurement. The position requires a strategic thinker who can collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure learning solutions meet business objectives and drive performance improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define learning objectives and measure success criteria for new programs.
• Assess existing content and develop plans for its reuse, adaptation, or creation.
• Design learning journeys, including module sequencing, format, and assessment strategies.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and content developers to ensure design alignment.
• Monitor content development progress and identify/mitigate potential risks.

Must-Have Skills:

• Proven experience in developing and executing learning strategies.
• Ability to design effective learning assessments and certification methods.
• Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders, including subject matter experts and business partners.

Industry Experience:

Experience designing learning programs for large, diverse audiences is preferred, particularly in frontline, contact center, or tax and accounting professional environments.

ABOUT AKRAYA

Akraya is an award-winning IT staffing firm consistently recognized for our commitment to excellence and a thriving work environment. Most recently, we were recognized Stevie Employer of the Year 2025, SIA Best Staffing Firm to work for 2025, Inc 5000 Best Workspaces in US (2025 & 2024) and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work (2023 & 2022)! Industry Leaders in Tech Staffing As Talent solutions provider for Fortune 100 Organizations, Akraya's industry recognitions solidify our leadership position in the IT staffing space. We don't just connect you with great jobs, we connect you with a workplace that inspires!