Instructional Designer

Avalara

23h•Remote

About The Position

Avalara is looking for an Instructional Designer to design performance-driven learning experiences that directly impact revenue productivity and operational excellence within Avalara's Enablement organization. You will partner with cross-functional stakeholders to translate complex tax, product, and sales concepts into clear, measurable learning solutions. You will also build scalable certification and capability programs that support our global GTM teams and drive measurable skill adoption. You will be able to work remotely and report to Enablement Leadership as part of the Learning Strategy & Design team.

Requirements

5+ years of experience designing instructional solutions in a corporate environment.
Demonstrated expertise applying outcome-based design methodologies and writing measurable learning goals.
Advanced PowerPoint, with the ability to simplify complex material into clear frameworks and executive-ready presentations.
Experience developing eLearning using authoring tools such as Articulate 360 or similar platforms.
Practical experience using AI tools to accelerate content development, scenario creation, or workflow efficiency.
Proficient writer who can translate complex ideas into clear learning content and deliver high-quality work.

Nice To Haves

AI is embedded in our workflows, decision-making, and products. Success here requires embracing AI as an essential capability.
You’ll bring experience using AI and AI-related technologies, ready to thrive here.
You’ll apply AI every day to business challenges - improving efficiency, contributing solutions, and driving results for your team, our company, and our customers.
You’ll grow with AI by staying curious about new trends and best practices, and by sharing what you learn so others can benefit too.

Responsibilities

Conduct performance and learner analysis; define measurable goals using Backwards Design and Action Mapping principles.
Develop eLearning, instructor-led workshops, certification materials, and executive-ready PowerPoint presentations that simplify complex information into structured, visually compelling content.
Collaborate with SMEs to translate expertise into clear learning assets, aligned assessments, and performance support tools.
Measure program effectiveness using learner data and evaluation models; iterate based on insights.