Senior Instructional Designer

Senior Instructional Designer at dbt Labs As a Senior Instructional Designer at dbt Labs, you’ll be at the heart of how our sales and go‑to‑market teams learn, grow, and perform. Reporting to the Director of Enablement, you’ll design and build high‑quality learning experiences that scale across a global, distributed workforce. In this role, you can expect to: Design and develop a range of learning content including eLearning modules, instructor‑led training, job aids, video scripts, and assessments Take existing briefs, slide decks, and source materials and transform them into dynamic, engaging learning experiences that drive real behavior change Partner with the enablement team to translate content and curriculum strategy into actionable, field‑ready learning assets, bridging the gap between strategic vision and finished training materials Partner closely with subject matter experts across sales, product marketing, and revenue operations to gather, structure, and validate content Build courses in Articulate Rise, creating interactive, visually compelling modules optimized for a modern learner experience Concept, script, and produce microvideos that deliver focused, bite‑sized learning on key topics, from product walkthroughs to sales skill reinforcement Apply instructional design frameworks (ADDIE, SAM, or similar) to ensure all programs are grounded in clear learning objectives and measurable outcomes Build and manage content in our LMS, ensuring a seamless and intuitive learner experience Create interactive and scenario‑based learning experiences that reflect real selling situations our reps encounter in the field Develop certification programs, quizzes, and knowledge checks to assess comprehension and reinforce key behaviors Maintain and update existing content as products, messaging, and processes evolve Collaborate with the broader enablement team to support live training sessions with well‑designed materials, slide decks, and facilitation guides Track content engagement and learning outcomes, using data to continuously improve program effectiveness You are a good fit if you have: 5+ years of experience in instructional design, learning & development, or a related field — ideally in a B2B SaaS or tech environment Demonstrated ability to take existing briefs, decks, and raw source material and craft them into engaging, high‑quality learning content Hands‑on expertise building courses in Articulate Rise, with strong proficiency across the Articulate 360 suite Experience concepting, scripting, and producing microvideos for learning — including recording, light editing, and optimizing for on‑demand consumption Experience building and managing content in a modern LMS platform, bonus points if it’s Thought Industries Strong writing and storytelling skills — you can make even technical content clear, concise, and compelling Familiarity with sales processes and go‑to‑market motions; experience supporting a sales enablement function is a plus Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑moving environment Experience working across time zones and designing for remote, hybrid, and in‑person audiences Salary We offer competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience, including salary, equity, and, where applicable, performance‑based pay. Our Talent Acquisition Team can answer questions around total rewards during your interview process. In select locations (including Boston, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, New York Metro, San Francisco, DC Metro, Seattle, Austin), an alternate range may apply, as specified below. The typical starting salary range for this role is: $125,000 - $170,000 USD In select locations (Boston, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, New York Metro, San Francisco, DC Metro, Seattle, Austin) the typical starting salary range is: $139,000 - $190,000 USD Benefits Unlimited vacation (and yes we use it!) Excellent healthcare Wellness stipend Home office stipend, and more! Equity or comparable benefits may be offered depending on the legal or country limitations. dbt Labs is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building an inclusive team that welcomes diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the job description, we encourage you to apply—we value potential just as much as a perfect resume. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dbt-Labs