Curriculum Developer Jobs

Curriculum developer jobs are open across K-12, higher education, corporate learning and development, and edtech, at every level from entry-level instructional designer to senior director of learning, with specializations in eLearning authoring, standards-based academic curriculum, and compliance training. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles48
Top stateVirginia
Top employerGoogle
Top cityQuantico, VA
Work type39% Remote
Top industryEducation

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Stepful
Curriculum Developer - Radiologic Technology
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Curriculum Developer - Radiologic Technology
Stepful
New York, New York
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
$25 - $30/hr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in health sciences
51-200

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Stepful
Curriculum Developer - Healthcare Generalist
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Curriculum Developer - Healthcare Generalist
Stepful
New York, New York
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
$20 - $30/hr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in biology
51-200

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KBR
Counter - UAS Curriculum Developer
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Counter - UAS Curriculum Developer
KBR
Fort Sill, Oklahoma
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
10,000+

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Venesco, LLC
Curriculum Developer - Wright Patterson AFB
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Curriculum Developer - Wright Patterson AFB
Venesco, LLC
Dayton, Ohio
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Quality Control
$50 - $75/hr
Bachelor's degree
51-200

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JSL Technologies, Inc
Navy Curriculum Developer
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Navy Curriculum Developer
JSL Technologies, Inc
San Diego, California
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
$80 - $85/hr
51-200

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Curriculum Developer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Google
Google3 open roles
Stepful
Stepful2 open roles
Amazon
Amazon2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Government & Public Sector

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in curriculum developer jobs.

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in instructional design, education, or a related field
  • Proficiency in eLearning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline, Rise, or Adobe Captivate
  • Experience applying instructional design models such as ADDIE or SAM
  • Ability to write measurable learning objectives aligned to Bloom's taxonomy
  • Familiarity with learning management systems such as Canvas, Blackboard, or Cornerstone
  • Experience collaborating with subject-matter experts to translate content into structured learning

Tips for Your Curriculum Developer Job Search

Tailor your resume to the context

Corporate L&D employers scan for ADDIE, SAM, or Kirkpatrick frameworks, while K-12 districts want state standards alignment and lesson-level detail. Swap terminology to match the sector you're targeting, not a generic instructional design resume.

Build a portfolio before you apply

Most hiring managers ask to see sample modules, storyboards, or course outlines before a first interview. Include at least one eLearning sample with a tool like Articulate Storyline or Rise, one standards-mapped unit plan, and one learner-facing job aid.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists curriculum developer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Read the authoring tool requirements closely

Many postings specify Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, or Canvas as non-negotiable tools. If a listing names a tool you haven't used, a free trial project built in that tool before you apply is more persuasive than claiming transferable skills.

Prepare a design rationale for your interview

Interviewers routinely ask why you made specific instructional choices in your portfolio samples. Walk in ready to explain learning objectives, sequencing decisions, and how you measured whether the content actually worked for learners.

Negotiate scope, not just compensation

Curriculum developer offers often underspecify the number of courses per year, subject-matter expert access, and revision cycles. Clarify those parameters during negotiation because scope creep is the most common reason new curriculum developers burn out in year one.

Curriculum Developer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most curriculum developers?

The companies hiring the most curriculum developers right now include Google, Stepful, and Amazon, with the largest share of openings in Virginia, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is concentrated in edtech platforms, large healthcare systems, and corporate learning and development teams.

How many curriculum developer jobs are remote?

About 72% of curriculum developer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, making it one of the more remote-accessible roles in education and L&D. eLearning-focused roles and corporate instructional design positions tend to offer the highest share of fully remote arrangements, while K-12 district roles are more likely to require on-site work.

How do you become a curriculum developer?

Most curriculum developers start with a degree in education, instructional design, or a related field, then build hands-on experience designing lessons, training programs, or online courses. Learning a professional authoring tool, completing a portfolio of sample work, and earning a credential such as a Certified Professional in Talent Development designation strengthens your candidacy significantly before applying to dedicated curriculum roles.

Can I get a curriculum developer job with little experience?

Yes, entry-level curriculum developer roles exist, and hiring managers frequently accept strong portfolio work in place of years of professional experience. Volunteer curriculum projects for nonprofits, self-directed eLearning modules built with a free authoring tool trial, or graduate coursework with real deliverables all demonstrate the design thinking employers care about more than a long employment history.

What does the curriculum developer interview process look like?

Most curriculum developer hiring processes include a portfolio review, a phone or video screen focused on your instructional design approach, and at least one structured interview where you walk through a sample project and explain your design decisions. Some employers add a take-home design challenge asking you to outline or partially build a short module, so have your authoring tools ready and be prepared to defend your choices.

Where can I find and apply to curriculum developer jobs?

You can find and apply to curriculum developer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that match your sector and experience level and apply directly to each listing from the page.

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