Senior Instructional Designer - Amazon

• Competitive and affordable Medical (including hearing & hardware coverage!), Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance  
• 17 Accrued Paid Time Off Days Annually  
• Additional 11 Annual Floating Holidays, Parental Leave, and Paid Compassion Leave 
• Retirement 401(K) with a company match 
• Employment Assistance Program (EAP) via Spring Health 
• Mental Wellness Program including six free therapy sessions per year 
• Opportunity for career development with our NWC Mentorship Match program 
• Physical Wellness Reimbursement Program - $25/month 
• Student Loan Contribution Program - $50/month 
• Pet Insurance Discount Program 

• Lead the development of comprehensive curriculum strategies and learning architectures
• Design and implement technical training programs aligned with organizational goals
• Create structured learning paths for various roles across the organization
• Manage LMS administration and content development
• Evaluate and implement new learning technologies and methodologies
• Develop complex training solutions and technical documentation
• Ensure all training materials meet accessibility standards

• Manage training logistics for both in-person and virtual sessions
• Maintain accurate training records and completion data
• Provide administrative support for the training team
• Coordinate with stakeholders to schedule training sessions and manage resources

• Partner with program leaders to identify and address learning needs
• Lead the development of training evaluation metrics and success criteria
• Drive innovation in learning design and delivery methods
• Create scalable learning solutions that support business growth
• Establish best practices for instructional design and development
• Provide thought leadership in learning technology and adult education

• Establish quality standards for all training materials and programs
• Implement measurement tools to assess training effectiveness
• Create and maintain program evaluation frameworks
• Ensure consistent application of adult learning principles
• Monitor and report on training program effectiveness
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives for learning programs

• Mentor instructional designers and training specialists
• Provide technical guidance and direction to the learning team
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders across the organization
• Lead cross-functional projects related to learning initiatives
• Drive knowledge sharing and best practices across the team

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 5 years of experience in instructional design, learning architecture, and technical training development
• Expertise in learning management systems, learning technology platforms, and project management of learning initiatives
• Proven leadership in managing learning design teams and driving complex training projects
• In-depth knowledge of instructional design principles, adult learning methodologies, and accessibility/inclusive design standards
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and curriculum development skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to organize and manage multiple projects
• Professional certifications in learning design or adult education a plus
• Strong proficiency in applying accessibility standards and inclusive design principles. 

• Ability to frequently carry and lift a backpack containing a laptop and other supplies, up to 50 pounds.
• Capacity to move within a 1.5-mile radius, including walking between various Amazon buildings.
• Ability to stand and/or sit at a computer workstation for up to 8 hours per workday.
• Fine motor skills to operate computer equipment and other office machinery.
• Vision: Ability to see both distance and details at close range, within a few feet of the observer (with or without corrective lenses).
• Hearing: Ability to identify and understand the speech of another person (with or without a personal auditory hearing device).
• Primary work setting is a combination of office environment and actively visiting several Amazon buildings
• Dog-friendly environment with over 1,000 dogs on campus. Individuals with dog allergies or those who do not particularly care for dogs should consider this aspect of the work environment
• May occasionally require arriving early, staying late on short notice, or working evening and weekend shifts
• Local travel between Amazon buildings is required
• Potential for occasional business travel

Northwest Center is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at jobs@nwcenter.org

At Northwest Center, we do not just accept diversity and inclusion — we celebrate it, support it, live it, and flourish in it to benefit our employees, the community, and our clientele. We believe that our strength lies within our diversity and the forward motion towards a day when people of all abilities can learn and work together.

We believe that curiosity and critical thinking are essential to the dialogue and improving decision-making, planning, resource allocation, and how we treat others. Our goal is to create and implement more equitable practices, policies, and culture. To be equitable means to value and respect individuals from all cultural backgrounds, genders, races, identities, and abilities. Northwest Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and veterans’ status.   

Salary : $85,800 - $97,937