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Content Developer 2 (IT)

Birmingham, AL ยท On-site

$40 - $45/hr

Instructional Designer/ Content Developer 2 (Hybrid) Job Duration: 6-12 months contract role with ... earning courses, training guides, presentations, job aids, and digital learning tools.

Cyber Content Developer

Hanover, MD ยท On-site

$122K - $127K/yr

Position Overview We are looking for cyber content developers who can interface with the Government customers to obtain requirements for new cyber-related training courses as well as for updates to ...

Position Overview We are looking for cyber content developers who can interface with the Government customers to obtain requirements for new cyber-related training courses as well as for updates to ...

Cyber Content Developer

Pensacola, FL ยท On-site

$115K - $120K/yr

Position Overview We are looking for cyber content developers who can interface with the Government customers to obtain requirements for new cyber-related training courses as well as for updates to ...

Cyber Content Developer

Orlando, FL ยท On-site

$114K - $119K/yr

Position Overview We are looking for cyber content developers who can interface with the Government customers to obtain requirements for new cyber-related training courses as well as for updates to ...

Content Developer 2 (IT)

Birmingham, AL ยท Hybrid

$40 - $45/hr

Instructional Designer/ Content Developer 2 (Hybrid) Job Duration: 6-12 months contract role with ... earning courses, training guides, presentations, job aids, and digital learning tools.

Assess and evaluate course effectiveness through survey data analysis. * Lead the development and implementation of new learning models and content design templates. * Effectively manage multiple ...

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How much do course content developer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for course content developer in the United States is $116,615.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $123,000.00 and $128,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Course Content Developers when creating material for diverse learners?

Course Content Developers often encounter the challenge of designing materials that effectively engage a wide range of learners with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and prior knowledge. Balancing the depth and accessibility of content, ensuring inclusivity, and integrating multimedia elements for different learning preferences can be complex. Additionally, staying current with educational trends and technology while meeting institutional or client requirements requires adaptability and strong project management skills. Collaboration with subject matter experts, educators, and instructional designers is essential to ensure content accuracy and relevance.

What are course content developers?

Course content developers are professionals who design, create, and organize educational materials for various learning platforms, institutions, or organizations. They work closely with subject matter experts to develop curricula, lesson plans, multimedia resources, assessments, and other instructional materials tailored to specific learning objectives. Their goal is to ensure that the content is engaging, accurate, and effective in helping learners achieve desired outcomes. Course content developers may work in K-12, higher education, corporate training, or online learning environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Course Content Developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Course Content Developer, you need expertise in instructional design, subject matter proficiency, and strong writing skills, often supported by a degree in education or a related field. Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS), authoring tools like Articulate Storyline or Adobe Captivate, and multimedia editing software is typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with educators and stakeholders are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure that learning materials are engaging, accurate, and aligned with educational objectives, leading to effective learning experiences.

What is the difference between Course Content Developer vs Instructional Designer?

AspectCourse Content DeveloperInstructional Designer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in education, instructional design, or related field; experience in content creationBachelor's or master's in education, instructional design, or related field; expertise in learning theories
Work EnvironmentEducational institutions, e-learning companies, corporate trainingEducational institutions, corporate training, e-learning development
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily focused on developing course materials and contentDesigns overall learning experiences, including assessments and instructional strategies

While both roles involve creating educational content, Course Content Developers primarily focus on producing course materials, whereas Instructional Designers plan and structure entire learning experiences. The roles often overlap but differ in scope and strategic involvement.

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Infographic showing various Course Content Developer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 41% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 53% Contract. Highlights an 70% In-person, 6% Hybrid, and 24% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,615 per year, or $56.1 per hour.

Sr. Certified Trainer & Content Developer

Renesas Electronics

San Jose, CA โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

Job Description

PLEASE NOTE: This role can sit in La Jolla or San Jose, CA

About the role:ย 

The Certified Trainer and Content Developer is a member of the Altium Training team responsible for delivering high quality, industry leading training on Altium Designer and related solutions. This role combines certified Instructor Led Training delivery with active participation in training content development, reviewing, and ongoing maintenance across both ILT (instructor-led training) and on-demand formats.ย 

This position is intended for an experienced PCB design professional with strong hands on Altium Designer experience who is comfortable delivering technical training to professional engineering audiences. The role requires a high level of technical competence, strong communication skills, and the ability to deliver consistent, high quality training experiences aligned with approved course content and learning objectives.

Customer training is a critical component of Altiumโ€™s long term success. This role directly supports customer adoption and best practice usage through professional, technically accurate, and engaging training delivery.

ย A day in the life of our Certified Trainer and Content Developer:

Training Delivery

  • Deliver certified Instructor Led Training across the full Altium training portfolio, both online and onsite.
  • Complete and maintain certification across all ILT courses prior to independent delivery.
  • Deliver training using approved course materials and defined learning objectives.
  • Demonstrate Altium Designer workflows and features using practical, real world experience and knowledge.
  • Adapt delivery style to suit different customer experience levels while maintaining consistency.
  • Represent Altium professionally in all customer interactions.

Technical Expertise

  • Maintain strong hands on proficiency with Altium Designer, including advanced functionality.
  • Apply real world PCB and system design experience to contextualise training content.
  • Stay current with product updates and changes relevant to delivered training.

Content Development and Support

  • Contribute to the development, review, and maintenance of ILT and on-demand training content.
  • Assist with creating and reviewing storyboards and scripts for on-demand training, including voiceover scripts.
  • Capture training videos and audio recordings when required, following defined standards.
  • Review training materials, recorded videos, and supporting assets for technical accuracy.
  • Update existing content to align with new releases, platform changes, and evolving best practices.

Collaboration and Communication

  • Work collaboratively with internal teams involved in training delivery and content development.
  • Communicate clearly regarding content readiness, preparation status, and assigned tasks.
  • Participate in reviews, pilots, and continuous improvement activities related to training quality.

Who Weโ€™re Looking For:

  • US citizenship is required due to potential training delivery on military bases.
  • Fluency in spoken and written English.
  • Five + years of hands on experience using Altium Designer in professional environments.
  • Five + years of PCB and system level design experience.
  • Strong verbal communication, presentation, and technical writing skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts to engineering audiences.
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Willingness to travel as required for onsite customer training, including travel outside of the United States.

Preferred

  • Previous experience delivering technical training, both onsite and online.
  • Experience supporting instructional content development or reviewing.
  • Familiarity with video capture tools such as Camtasia.
  • Experience using AI based tools for voiceover or media production.
  • Exposure to structured instructional or technical documentation workflows.

Working Conditions:

  • 5 Days per week in the Office (La Jolla or San Jose)
  • Travel required for onsite customer training as needed.

When not traveling, time will be split between online training delivery, content development

The salary range for this role isย  $118,000 to $141,000.ย Actual compensation packages within this range are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate and role requirements, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and specific location

Additional Information

Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose โ€˜To Make Our Lives Easier.โ€™ As the industryโ€™s leading expert in embedded processing with unmatched quality and system-level know-how, we have evolved to provide scalable and comprehensive semiconductor solutions for automotive, industrial, infrastructure, and IoT industries based on the broadest product portfolio, including High Performance Computing, Embedded Processing, Analog & Connectivity, and Power.
With a diverse team of over 22,000 professionals in more than 30 countries, we continue to expand our boundaries to offer enhanced user experiences through digitalization and usher into a new era of innovation. We design and develop sustainable, power-efficient solutions today that help people and communities thrive tomorrow, โ€˜To Make Our Lives Easier.โ€™ย ย ย  ย 
At Renesas, you can:ย 

  • Launch and advance your career in technical and business roles across four Product Groups and various corporate functions. You will have the opportunities to explore our hardware and software capabilities and try new things.ย ย 
  • Make a real impact by developing innovative products and solutions to meet our global customers' evolving needs and help make peopleโ€™s lives easier, safe and secure.ย 
  • Maximize your performance and wellbeing in our flexible and inclusive work environment. Our people-first culture and global support system, including the remote work option and Employee Resource Groups, will help you excel from the first day.ย ย  ย 

Are you ready to own your success and make your mark? ย 

Join Renesas. Shape Your Future with Us.ย ย 

Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to celebrating diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.ย For more information, please read ourย Diversity & Inclusion Statement.

Renesas Electronics deals with dual-use technology that is subject to U.S. export controls regulations. Under these regulations it may be necessary for Renesas to obtain U.S. government export license prior to release of technology to certain persons. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at the sole discretion of Renesas.

We have adopted a hybrid model that gives employees the ability to work remotely two days a week while ensuring that we come together as a team in the office the rest of the time. The designated in-office days are Tuesday through Thursday for innovation, collaboration and continuous learning.