Instructional Designer / Content Engineer

Job Description

Content Engineer / Learning Technology Content Architect

Location: Austin, TX (On-site Tuesday–Thursday; Remote Monday & Friday)

What You’ll Do

Content Modeling & Transformation

  • Apply and populate structured content models for technical enablement assets, including learning objectives, conceptual modules, procedures, and assessments.
  • Work within established schemas, taxonomies, and metadata frameworks to ensure content is accurately tagged and easily retrievable.
  • Deconstruct and transform source materials from technical documentation and SME input into modular, reusable content components.

Systems Integration & Workflow Execution

  • Prepare and load content into core delivery platforms to enable dynamic, intelligent learning experiences.
  • Validate content quality using established standards, rules, and automation pipelines.
  • Use scripting and command-line tools to build, maintain, and refine publishing and automation workflows.
  • Execute and monitor localization workflows, partnering with vendors and internal teams to support scalable translation pipelines.

Collaboration & Support

  • Partner with content strategists, SMEs, engineering teams, and program managers to support content systems, authoring tools, and publishing workflows.
  • Serve as a technical resource for structured authoring and content modeling best practices.
  • Work closely with AI and learning innovation teams to prepare structured assets that support adaptive learning and personalized study experiences.

Minimum Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of experience in content engineering, information architecture, or a related technical role.
  • Proven experience with component-based content models and schemas.
  • Strong understanding of taxonomy and metadata management.
  • Experience with API-driven content delivery and proficiency with command-line interfaces.
  • Familiarity with modern learning technology stacks.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in highly collaborative environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical information into structured content systems.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to high-quality user experiences.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Technical Communication, Information Science, or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in technical training, professional certification, or corporate enablement.
  • Understanding of enterprise-scale device or platform ecosystems.
  • Scripting skills for automation and workflow tooling.
  • Experience with localization pipelines and translation systems.
  • Familiarity with advanced search, personalization, or adaptive learning platforms.

Engagement Details

  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Duration: 6-month contract, with potential renewal for up to 18 months
  • Hours: 40 hours per week (core hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
  • Work Schedule: On-site Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday; remote Monday and Friday
  • Flexibility: Option to flex to 20–30 hours per week based on personal schedule and business needs
  • Location: Partially on-site in Austin, TX
  • Pay Range: $58.00 to $62.00 per hour on a W2 basis

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