Amazon · 12 hours ago
Instructional Designer III (Contingent)
New York, NY
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
$58/hr - $62/hr
7+ years expAmazon is seeking an Instructional Designer III to support their Global Operations Leadership Development team. The role involves designing engaging learning materials and collaborating with subject matter experts to create effective training solutions.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)DeliveryE-CommerceFoundational AIRetail
Responsibilities
Partner with subject matter experts and program owners to define clear learning objectives aligned to business needs
Conduct needs analyses and evaluate existing content to determine the best instructional approach
Design and write training content across modalities (job aids, e-learning, facilitator-led, blended) that simplifies complexity and supports performance on the job
Develop learner assessments and evaluation tools to measure knowledge transfer and program effectiveness
Create templates, standards, and processes that streamline design work and enable scalability across the team
Maintain and update existing training programs to ensure content remains accurate, relevant, and aligned with evolving business needs
Collaborate across the GOLD LDD team to build AI-enabled, data-driven learning solutions that support continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience in instructional design, learning experience design, or technical writing
Experience with e-learning development tools (e.g., Captivate, Articulate Storyline, Camtasia, Vyond)
Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to simplify complex information
Experience applying instructional design principles (adult learning, on-the-job learning, performance support)
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects
Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills with experience working cross-functionally
Knowledge of instructional theories, adult learning, on the job learning, knowledge management theories, and principles in both digital and classroom instruction
Preferred
Experience with e-learning development tools (e.g., Captivate, Articulate Storyline, Camtasia)
Knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS) and digital learning platforms
Familiarity with knowledge management systems, content reuse, and scalable design practices
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with Photoshop or visual design tools
Experience designing AI-enabled or data-informed learning solutions a plus
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Hospital plans
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Company paid short and long-term disability
Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental Leave)
Company
Amazon
Amazon is a tech firm with a focus on e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$8.11BKey Investors
AmazonKleiner Perkins
2023-01-03Post Ipo Debt· $8B
2001-07-24Post Ipo Equity· $100M
1997-05-15IPO
Leadership Team
Douglas J. Herrington
CEO, Worldwide Amazon Stores
Werner Vogels
VP & CTO
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