Curriculum Developer Jobs
What does a Curriculum Developer do?
A Curriculum Developer researches, designs, and produces structured learning programs for corporate training, higher education, or specialized technical fields. Day-to-day work involves collaborating with subject-matter experts (SMEs) to gather source content, writing learning objectives, sequencing instructional materials, and building course content in formats ranging from instructor-led guides and workbooks to e-learning modules and LMS-hosted courses. They apply instructional design frameworks (such as ADDIE or SAM) to ensure content is pedagogically sound, assess learner outcomes, and iterate on materials based on feedback and performance data. In technical domains, such as ERP/CRM software, semiconductors, aerospace, or standardized test prep, they must also develop fluency in the subject area itself to produce accurate, credible content.
Key responsibilities
- Collaborate with SMEs to gather, verify, and translate technical or specialized knowledge into learner-ready content
- Write clear learning objectives and design assessments aligned to measurable outcomes
- Develop instructor guides, learner workbooks, slide decks, and e-learning storyboards
- Build and maintain courses within a Learning Management System (LMS)
- Apply instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM, Bloom's Taxonomy) to structure content flow
- Review and revise existing curriculum based on learner feedback, assessment data, or content updates
- Coordinate with project stakeholders to manage timelines and deliverable reviews
Skills & tools
Education & background
Bachelor's degree in instructional design, education, or a relevant technical/subject-matter field; portfolio of developed curriculum often weighted equally to credentials
Career path
Can specialize into Senior or Lead Curriculum Developer, Instructional Design Manager, Learning Experience Designer (LXD), or move into broader L&D leadership such as Director of Learning and Development
Salary
Curriculum Developer jobs
