Principal Instructional Design (Content Strategist)

Job Description

As a Principal Instructional Designer - Infrastructure, you will lead the end-to-end development of engaging, instructionally sound learning experiences in Infrastructure, DevOps, Networking, System Administration, Server Technologies, and containerization technologies, including Docker. Acting as a subject matter expert (SME), you'll translate complex technical frameworks and concepts into clear, outcome-focused content across digital formats. This role demands strong instructional design expertise, a deep understanding of learner needs, and the ability to creatively script and plan high-impact learning assets from video courses to hands-on labs and assessments. Job Responsibilities Own the content development lifecycle plan, research, script, storyboard review, strategic video review, and iterate for Infrastructure, DevOps, containerization, networking, system administration, server technologies, and orchestration technologies. Design creative and effective learning experiences grounded in instructional design principles, addressing diverse learner personas and real-world infrastructure automation Author and script engaging digital content, including on-demand videos, interactive labs, walkthroughs/lessons, assessments, and job aids. Collaborate with visual designers, editors, and technical experts to bring content to life in a compelling and accessible format. Align content with industry certification frameworks (eg, Docker Certified Associate, Kubernetes Administrator, DevOps Engineer) and learner performance outcomes Apply learner-centered design by identifying learning gaps and tailoring content that improves retention, engagement, and job readiness. Utilize Generative AI tools to accelerate and enhance content ideation, scripting, and personalization. Ensure instructional consistency, voice, and quality across all course deliverables and formats. Optionally support bootcamps (virtual training delivery) and mentor junior content developers Skills Required Minimum 8+ years of hands-on experience in Infrastructure/DevOps technologies, including practical exposure to content planning and development. Demonstrated experience in instructional design, especially in developing digital learning products from concept to delivery. Excellent scripting, writing, and communication skills; able to distil complex infrastructure, networking, system administration, and containerization concepts into concise, engaging narratives. Strong creativity and storytelling ability with an understanding of how to structure content for different learning styles. Experience working with infrastructure automation tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Ansible, Terraform, network management systems, server administration tools, and similar CI/CD pipelines. Relevant certifications in Infrastructure/DevOps (eg, Docker Certified Associate, CKA, AWS DevOps Engineer, Azure DevOps Engineer, CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+, Server+, Linux+). Preferred/Additional Skills: Familiarity with Generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, or similar for content creation and enhancement. Training delivery experience (live/ virtual/ hybrid formats) in infrastructure technologies. Understanding of instructional design models such as ADDIE, SAM, or Bloom s Taxonomy. Experience in analyzing learner feedback and improving content based on performance and engagement data. Leadership experience in directing cross-functional teams for comprehensive infra & ops learning programs