Online Curriculum Developer - Computer Science

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work environment

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Professional development budget

Impact thousands of students

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Online Curriculum Developer specializing in Computer Science to design and implement engaging online courses. This fully remote role involves collaborating with subject matter experts to deliver high-quality learning experiences for students worldwide.

The ideal candidate holds a master's or PhD in CS or related fields, has proven online-course design experience, and excels in instructional design, communication, and educational technology tools.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Education Technology, or related field.
• Experience designing and developing online courses in higher ed or professional contexts.
• Proficiency with instructional design principles and adult learning theories.
• Strong understanding of CS education trends and tech industry needs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain online CS courses, including programming, data structures, algorithms, and software engineering.
• Produce video scripts, interactive exercises, assessments, and projects.
• Collaborate with instructors and SMEs to ensure accuracy and industry alignment.
• Use LMS and authoring tools to build and deploy course content.
• Iterate course design based on feedback and analytics to improve learning outcomes.

Skills

Instructional design

Adult learning theory

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Education Technology, or related field

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Authoring tools

Educational technology tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled and innovative Online Curriculum Developer specializing in Computer Science to join their fully remote team. This position is critical for designing and implementing engaging, cutting-edge online courses that meet the evolving demands of the tech industry. You will work from anywhere, collaborating with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and educational technologists to create high-quality learning experiences that empower students globally. This is an opportunity to shape the future of online education in a dynamic, forward-thinking organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain comprehensive online courses in various Computer Science domains, including programming, data structures, algorithms, and software engineering.
• Create engaging learning materials such as video scripts, interactive exercises, assessments, and project-based assignments.
• Collaborate with instructors and subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy, pedagogical soundness, and alignment with industry standards.
• Utilize learning management systems (LMS) and authoring tools to build and deploy course content effectively.
• Continuously evaluate and iterate on course design based on student feedback, learning analytics, and industry trends to enhance the learning experience.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Education Technology, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and developing online courses, preferably within a higher education or professional development context.
• Proficiency with instructional design principles, adult learning theories, and educational technology tools.
• Strong understanding of current trends and best practices in Computer Science education and the tech industry.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly and concisely for diverse audiences.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work environment offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous professional development budget for conferences, courses, and certifications.
• Opportunity to impact the education of thousands of students worldwide and contribute to a leading online learning platform.