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Roblox · 1 week ago

Learning Design and Development Lead

San Mateo, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$205K/yr - $239K/yr

10+ years exp

Roblox is a platform that empowers users to explore, create, play, and connect through immersive digital experiences. The Learning Design and Development Lead is responsible for driving evidence-based learning experiences that enhance employee growth and organizational capability, supporting individual development and team performance across the organization.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Co-lead Amplify leadership development - Partner with Learning and Coaching Partners and business leaders to deliver premier manager and leadership development experiences for 500+ people leaders, applying evidence-based principles from the body of leadership research

Support talent development for all Builders - Design and co-facilitate research-informed people experiences to drive deeper performance and understanding, from Starter Pack new hire experiences through performance management, feedback, career growth, and change navigation

Innovate at scale - Develop scalable learning experiences using AI-powered tools, Learning Studio content creation, and learning science principles

Drive rigorous evaluation - Partner with People Science and Analytics to measure program effectiveness using frameworks like Kirkpatrick/Phillips models, going beyond satisfaction surveys to assess behavior change and business impact. Continuously refine programs based on data, feedback, and current research

Qualification

DevelopmentInstructional DesignLeadership DevelopmentProgram EvaluationResearch TranslationProgram ManagementFacilitation ExpertiseData AnalysisCoaching CertificationCross-functional Collaboration

Required

10+ years experience in learning and development, organizational development, people science, or related field with demonstrated impact

Master's degree in Adult Learning/Education, Learning Sciences, Instructional Design, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, or related field with demonstrated application of learning theory (e.g., andragogy, social learning theory, expertise development, self-determination theory) to workplace programs

Strong facilitation expertise with experience leading engaging sessions for groups of 20-100 people across different formats (workshops, offsites, virtual sessions)

Experience designing and delivering leadership development programs or manager training curricula grounded in current research on leadership effectiveness

Instructional design expertise - Formal training in ADDIE, SAM, or other instructional design models with portfolio demonstrating application

Rigorous evaluation approach - Experience conducting program evaluations beyond satisfaction surveys, using experimental or quasi-experimental designs, control groups, or other methods to measure learning impact and behavioral change

Experience in high-growth technology companies navigating rapid scaling challenges

Research translation skills - Ability to translate academic research and learning science into applied interventions; stay current with peer-reviewed research in learning science, leadership development, and organizational psychology

Program management expertise with ability to design, implement, and continuously optimize learning experiences based on evidence

Cross-functional collaboration - Proven ability to work with diverse stakeholders, business leaders, and People Business Partners to diagnose needs and deliver solutions

Preferred

Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Learning Sciences, Adult Learning, or related field; or MBA with L&D specialization

Published research or conference presentations at learning science or HR conferences (ATD, SIOP, Academy of Management, Learning Sciences conferences)

Advanced evaluation design - Experience with psychometric principles, 360-degree assessments, or multi-rater feedback instruments

Technical proficiency with AI tools, learning management systems, digital content creation platforms, and data analysis tools

Data and analytics orientation - Comfort with learning analytics, survey design, basic statistical methods, and translating data into actionable insights

Experience in game-based learning

Coaching or facilitation certification (ICF, CTI, or similar)