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Architect, Instructional Design

PageUp Desc Code INF - Architect, Instructional Design

Function INF - Information Technology

Subfunction IT Learning & Training

Discipline Instructional Design

Career Track T - Technical/STEM

Career Track Level Individual Contributor - Level 4

BROAD SALARY RANGE CODE 04

RANGE $78448 - $156895

MARKET REFERENCE RANGE CODE 04A

RANGE $84724 - $127086

Classification Information

Instructional Design

Instructional Design analyzes, designs, develops, and implements online courses, web-based training, and face-to-face training curriculum. Analyzes learner needs and collaborates with subject matter experts and business management and provides input for course content.

Individual Contributor

In an individual contributor role, the positions work is primarily achieved through individual efforts or by participating as part of a team. Individual contributors may: Coordinate, influence, or review the work of others. Be the authority on a given program or process. Lead teams. A range of knowledge, complexity, autonomy, and impact may be needed to achieve results at certain levels. Individual contributor roles are reflected in the Academic Administration, Development, General Administration, Technical/STEM, and C1-C4 of the Clinical tracks.

Level 4

Advanced: These positions require an elevated level of experience and education, act independently, and provide team leadership and mentorship.

T - Technical/STEM

Technical roles, including technology and research.

Position Summary

The Architect within Instructional Design plays a pivotal role in shaping the strategy, architecture, and implementation of innovative instructional systems and solutions. This position involves designing and overseeing the development of comprehensive instructional frameworks, both for online and in-person learning environments. The Architect collaborates with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and business stakeholders to understand learning objectives and ensure the creation of effective, scalable, and engaging educational experiences. They are responsible for the overarching structure of instructional design projects and ensuring alignment with institutional goals and best practices in pedagogy and technology integration. In addition to overseeing instructional design projects, the Architect provides thought leadership in the adoption of new instructional technologies, tools, and methodologies that support enhanced learning experiences. They analyze trends in educational technology and instructional design, identifying innovative opportunities to improve course delivery and learner engagement. The Architect develops and enforces design standards, frameworks, and guidelines that ensure high-quality, consistent, and impactful instructional materials. They also play a critical role in mentoring and training instructional design teams, fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented environment that prioritizes the continuous improvement of instructional practices. The Architect operates independently and leads complex instructional design initiatives with broad institutional impact. This role involves guiding the strategic direction for instructional design practices, providing mentorship to junior instructional designers, and making high-level decisions about the structure and deployment of instructional systems. The Architect works closely with senior leadership to align instructional design goals with the organization’s educational objectives, contributing to the development and implementation of large-scale training and development programs. Their expertise and leadership help ensure that instructional design practices evolve to meet the dynamic needs of learners and educators.