Senior Instructional Designer: Build Tech Learning

NextGenEnergyJobs; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) and profit-sharing

Vacation leave and paid holidays

Job summary

Esri is seeking an experienced instructional designer to help create effective training materials for Esri customers. You will analyze learner needs, partner with SMEs, and design instructor-led and web-based learning across GIS and Esri tech.

The role emphasizes ADDIE, Bloom's taxonomy, end-to-end design, and portfolio demonstration. You will work with cross-functional teams, apply AI responsibly, and contribute to scalable content.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in instructional design, learning experience design or corporate training development (SaaS or product environment preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to partner effectively across roles
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality learning solutions in a collaborative environment
• Strong foundation in adult learning and instructional design methods (such as ADDIE, Bloom's Taxonomy)
• Demonstrated end-to-end instructional design skills (analysis, scope/specs, objectives, assessments, and curriculum development)
• Experience designing instructor-led and web-based learning for technical/software audiences
• Ability to use generative AI responsibly to support research, prototyping, and content development
• Visa Sponsorship is not available for this posting. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US
• Bachelor's degree in instructional design, educational technology, or a related field
• Master's degree in instructional design, educational technology, or a related field
• Familiarity with GIS and Esri technology, or ability to learn quickly and translate complex products into learning
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and design/prototyping tools (such as Adobe, Figma, MindManager)
• Experience supporting instructional visuals (such as diagrams, graphics, videos)
• Background documenting workflows, processes, or systems for scalable learning
• Portfolio Submission: Please include a link to your portfolio or samples of recent work.

Responsibilities

• Analyze learner needs and job tasks to define clear, measurable learning objectives
• Partner with subject matter experts to design and evaluate instructor-led and web-based learning
• Design engaging courses grounded in adult learning principles and instructional design best practices
• Develop and refine assessments; provide actionable feedback and recommendations
• Evaluate and enhance existing Esri curriculum to maintain design quality and consistency
• Collaborate with peers to improve content development workflows and learning solutions
• Support broader customer education initiatives and share instructional design best practices

Skills

ADDIE

Bloom's Taxonomy

Cross-functional collaboration

Portfolio development

AI-assisted design

Verbal and written communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in instructional design

Master's degree in instructional design

Familiarity with GIS/Esri technology

Tools

Microsoft 365

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

MindManager

Job description

Esri is seeking an experienced instructional designer to help create effective training materials for Esri customers. You will analyze learner needs, partner with SMEs, and design instructor-led and web-based learning across GIS and Esri tech.

The role emphasizes ADDIE, Bloom's taxonomy, end-to-end design, and portfolio demonstration. You will work with cross-functional teams, apply AI responsibly, and contribute to scalable content.