Senior Instructional Designer

Full Timesenior

Vienna, Virginia, United StatesPosted 14 days ago

Role Overview

Esri is hiring a Senior Instructional Designer. This is a full-time role in Vienna, Virginia. posted 2 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Job description

Overview

Apply your experience in instructional design to help create effective training materials for Esri customers. You will be part of the innovative team responsible for designing, developing, and updating training courses that teach GIS concepts, skills, and workflows.

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

Requirements

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

Recommended Qualifications

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.

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Total Rewards

Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is

$72,800—$109,200 USD

The Company

At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.

If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!

Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email askcareers@esri.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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How do I apply for the Senior Instructional Designer position at Esri?

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Where is the Senior Instructional Designer position at Esri located?

This position is based in Vienna, Virginia. Esri has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Senior Instructional Designer at Esri earn?

Esri has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Senior Instructional Designer role at Esri posted?

This role was posted on July 8, 2026 (14 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

How much experience does the Senior Instructional Designer role at Esri require?

This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Esri lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.