The demand for skilled professionals who can craft impactful learning experiences continues to grow across the United States, with companies actively hiring for senior instructional designer remote jobs. 500+ open positions are currently available for specialists ready to build training programs for distributed teams nationwide, fully remote from any state.
Successful candidates bring expertise in instructional design frameworks such as ADDIE and SAM, strong storytelling skills, and proficiency with authoring tools like Articulate Storyline and Adobe Captivate. Employers seek professionals who can translate complex subject matter into engaging, learner-centered content while collaborating with stakeholders. Strong project management and adult learning theory knowledge set top candidates apart, especially for senior instructional designer positions.
Remote work has become the standard arrangement for this role, giving professionals flexibility to design curricula, build e-learning modules, and manage projects from anywhere in the country. Many employers across the USA are eager to hire a senior instructional designer who can integrate into virtual teams. Hiring outlook remains strong, driven by growing investment in corporate learning initiatives nationwide.
If you're ready to advance your career, explore new senior instructional designer vacancies today. Global Work AI connects passionate professionals with organizations seeking top talent in the learning design field. Discover opportunities that match your expertise and start building a rewarding remote career.
Digital
Design static advertisements for Meta and other paid social channels. Translate creative briefs into engaging, conversion-focused visuals. Develop multiple ad variations for creative testing and optimization. Collaborate with creative strategists to maintain brand consistency and performance.
remote, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Glow
Own brand design from concept to execution across digital and physical touchpoints. Establish Glow's design system, including tokens, components, templates, and guidelines. Contribute to the evolution of Glow's visual identity and play a core role in the rebrand.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Credo.AI
Own end-to-end design across Credo AI's platform, translating complex AI governance workflows into intuitive experiences. Design dashboards, data visualizations, and interactive workflows for enterprise customers. Build and maintain the design system in Figma, ensuring consistency and quality.
remote, United States$150k – $160k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Jobgether
Lead the modernization of a comprehensive training curriculum for a federal agency. Analyze and assess approximately 125 existing courses, develop a curriculum blueprint, and collaborate with subject matter experts to enhance instructional methodologies.
remote, DC, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Insomniac Games
Design, implement, and iterate on open world or linear missions. Collaborate with a Mission Director and multi-disciplinary team to adapt creative briefs into full missions, integrating combat, gameplay, and narrative.
remote, United States$141k – $161k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Dscout
Define and drive the design direction across mobile, web, and Chrome extension. Collaborate with product managers to refine product strategy and design core flows and high-fidelity interfaces.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
SAIC
Develop high-quality training solutions using instructional design methodologies like ADDIE and SAM. Collaborate with subject matter experts to create training materials, including eLearning and instructor-led content.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Lifted, an Upwork Company™
Conceptualize and design web pages and digital assets, develop visual concepts, create motion and interactive elements, and produce wireframes and prototypes using Figma.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)Lifted, an Upwork Company™
Conceptualize and design high-impact web pages and digital assets. Develop visual concepts through art direction, typography, and layout. Create engaging motion elements and collaborate with developers to ensure responsive and accessible designs.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
EXANTE360 INC
Lead the design and coordination of ICT and security technology systems for mission critical facilities. Establish project design criteria and lead quality control reviews of design documents.
remote, CA, United States$128k – $152k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Ledn
Execute end-to-end design initiatives to enhance client experiences and scale internal capabilities. Collaborate with engineering, product management, and other teams to define, build, and launch products.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Excella
Conduct user research and usability testing, analyze user data to inform design decisions, and translate user needs into design strategies. Design content layouts and user flows for websites and applications, develop prototypes, and define visual styles.
remote, Arlington, VA, United States$106k – $153k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Medium
Collaborate with engineers and designers to define features, own and execute high-quality designs and prototypes, leverage AI design tools for artifact creation, contribute to the design system, and conduct user research to inform design decisions.
remote, United States$150k – $200k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
NeoWork
Lead visual direction for brand initiatives, develop creative strategies for campaigns, and maintain brand identity. Produce high-quality digital and print assets, review junior designers' work, and manage project timelines.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Fanatics Betting & Gaming
Lead end-to-end design for key features in the Loyalty layer, including Fanatics ONE, FanCash, and Rewards. Collaborate with Product Management and Engineering to scope projects and drive outcomes. Contribute to the design system by proposing new components and ensuring quality in design handoffs.
remote, New York, NY, United States$147k – $194k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)ZBiotics Company
Build and maintain a retail design system, creating sell-in materials and in-store assets. Own design execution of packaging, ensuring compliance with labeling requirements. Collaborate with sales, supply chain, and vendors to take designs from concept to production.
remote, CA, United States$120k – $145k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Sheetz, Inc
Lead the design and improvement of digital experiences and system interfaces. Oversee prototype development from wireframes to production-ready materials, ensuring implementation aligns with design specifications.
remote, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)Jobgether
Design and produce high-impact PowerPoint presentations for various audiences. Transform complex data into engaging visuals like charts and infographics. Apply design principles and brand guidelines to create cohesive materials.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
1r Agency
Drive strategic thinking and user-centric digital experiences for clients. Produce high-quality digital assets for marketing campaigns, including email and web experiences. Lead website design projects from concept to development hand-off, ensuring brand consistency and adherence to project goals.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
ScalingCraft Solutions
Own ad creative production for Meta Ads and Google Ads, including static, carousel, and video formats. Research competitor ads, generate concepts using AI tools, and finalize designs in Adobe or Canva.
remote, United StatesPart TimeSenior (5+ years)
ArenaNet
Collaborate with Level Design, Technical Design, Narrative, Art, and Engineering teams to deliver cohesive gameplay content. Plan and support development timelines for content completion. Implement gameplay experiences using Unreal Engine 5 tools and scripting systems.
remote, IA, United States$108k – $162k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Zip Co Limited
Lead the design of product enhancements for repayment solutions across app and web. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI tools for research, prototyping, and validation. Implement AI-driven workflows to improve design processes and document user journeys.
remote, United States$134k – $150k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Cohere
Own the end-to-end design process for product areas, improving user experience and driving product impact. Design user-friendly experiences that balance technical complexity with accessibility. Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders throughout the product lifecycle.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Calm.com
Own end-to-end product design initiatives, creating user-centered mobile experiences. Prototype quickly using Figma and AI tools, presenting designs to stakeholders. Collaborate with engineering during implementation and post-launch iterations, ensuring high-quality execution.
remote, United States$168k – $245k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
LucidLink
Design website pages from concept to launch, ensuring alignment with marketing and business goals. Maintain and evolve the website design system, create web animations and motion assets, and collaborate with Marketing and the web team to prioritize and deliver projects.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)Curinos
Champion user-centered design by advocating for user needs through research and feedback. Plan and conduct user research and usability testing, iterate on designs based on insights, and deliver high-quality product design.
remote, United States$145k – $155k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Wikimedia Foundation
Create prototypes and run experiments to test hypotheses. Collaborate with product managers and engineers to develop product plans and maintain design processes. Apply accessibility standards to designs and evolve the design system.
remote, United States$117k – $181k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Hatch
Lead UX design for new features of the Hatch Sleep Clock, collaborating with product and engineering teams. Conduct research, synthesize findings, and map customer journeys to inform design decisions.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Avalara
Lead the design process from concept to delivery, including research, wireframing, prototyping, and visual design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define solutions that shape product direction and overall experience.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)World Wide Technology Holding
Lead the design practice for software projects, ensuring user-centered design activities such as usability studies and concept testing are executed effectively. Analyze research results and present findings to stakeholders, connecting design decisions to user outcomes.
remote, United States$104k – $157k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Outsourcing Advantage
Develop brand identities, including logos and guidelines. Create high-quality graphic designs for marketing campaigns and digital assets. Utilize AI tools to enhance design workflows and generate creative concepts.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Apollo GraphQL
Own design for defined workflows in developer tools, collaborating with engineers and PMs. Scope and iterate on v1s based on user feedback, ensuring technical products are trustworthy.
remote, CA, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Hovercraft
Develop original design directions and refine work within established brand guidelines. Collaborate with creatives, technologists, and producers to take ideas from concept through final handoff. Adapt to different brand styles and identify opportunities for interactive or animation outputs.
remote, United States$90k – $110k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Smile Doctors
Design modular templates for various marketing channels, configure editable zones, and define standards for layout and content. Build and maintain self-service templates in a DAM platform, ensuring brand fidelity and usability.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Team Carney
Lead the modernization of the USPTO training curriculum by analyzing existing courses, collaborating with subject matter experts (SMEs), and designing a comprehensive curriculum blueprint.
remote, DC, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Hire Hangar
Design web graphics, promotional images, and illustrations based on briefs. Create diagrams and visual explainers, export production-ready files, and prepare print-ready files for vendors. Publish and format articles in WordPress, manage digital assets, and submit work for review before publication.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
0x
Evolve the visual identity and brand guidelines for 0x and Matcha. Design sales enablement assets, web pages, and social graphics. Lead design for campaign launches and create templates for non-designers to use across various materials. Stay updated on design trends in crypto, DeFi, and fintech.
remote, United States$120k – $180k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Samsara
Define training requirements and learning goals for customers and partners. Develop learning experiences in various formats, including online, audio, and video. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify customer challenges and create content that addresses these gaps.
remote, United States$76k – $116k/yrFull TimeLead / ManagerPublicis Groupe Holdings B.V
Design content experiences for digital and campaign touchpoints, creating visually compelling content packages for integrated marketing campaigns. Develop creative assets for video storytelling and translate complex concepts into engaging visual narratives.
remote, United States$81k – $111k/yrFull TimeSenior (5+ years)
Crisis Prevention Institute
Design campaign assets across various digital channels, including paid media and social. Create website creative and collaborate with marketing teams to enhance brand presence online. Develop customer-facing materials and high-impact executive presentations.
remote, United StatesFull TimeSenior (5+ years)10,000,000+ more jobs available!
