Senior Learning Experience Technologist

Stanford Health Care•Palo Alto, CA

5d•$59 - $78•Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Experience Technologist III serves as an experienced hybrid designgineer who leads the creation, implementation, testing, and adaptation of innovative educational technologies at Stanford Medicine. This role combines user experience research, learning design, and full-stack development to design, build, and refine educational technologies that demonstrate what is possible in the evolution of learning. Working within the team alongside faculty, physicians, and members of the medical education community, this position drives prototyping and development efforts, applying emerging technologies including AI, immersive learning environments, and adaptive learning systems to complex medical education challenges. This role is ideal for individuals with deep experience in both design and development who operate independently, provide technical and design leadership, and model hybrid practice for the broader team.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Educational Technology, Cognitive Science, Design, or related field OR equivalent combination of education and demonstrated experience in technology
Minimum 8 years of experience in user experience design, software development, or educational technology
Portfolio showcasing innovative digital learning experiences and technical implementations
Experience with simulation, immersive learning technologies, or interactive educational content required
Evidence of continuous learning and adaptation to emerging technologies
Proficiency in JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, and modern web frameworks (React, Vue, or Angular)
Experience with API development
Ability to responsibly use AI-assisted development tools
Version control systems and collaborative development workflows
Responsive design and mobile development approaches
Familiarity with learning design analytics
User-centered design methodologies and design thinking facilitation
Rapid prototyping and iterative design processes
User research methods including interviews, usability testing, and journey mapping
Wireframing and prototyping tools (Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD)
Experience implementing AI in educational applications
Understanding of learning management system architectures and integration patterns
Accessibility standards and universal design for learning principles
Learning analytics and data-driven design decisions
Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences
Growth mindset with demonstrated ability to quickly learn new programming languages and platforms
Self-directed learner with curiosity about emerging technologies and their educational applications
Strong presentation skills for showcasing work to stakeholders and executive leadership
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with machine learning frameworks or AI model training
Knowledge of learning analytics platforms and educational data mining
Familiarity with WebGL, Three.js, or other 3D web technologies
Experience with AR/VR development (Unity, A-Frame, WebXR, 8th Wall)
Cloud platform experience (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure)
Background in medical or health sciences education technology
Understanding of continuing medical education (CME) requirements and platforms
Experience with clinical simulation or medical training technologies
Familiarity with SCORM, xAPI, or other e-learning standards
Preferred graduate degree in Educational Technology, Learning Sciences, or related field
Preferred professional certifications in UX design, cloud platforms, or educational technology
Published research or conference presentations in educational technology
Grant writing experience or participation in funded research projects
Community involvement in EdTech initiatives

Responsibilities

Design and develop experimental prototypes that demonstrate future possibilities in educational technology, particularly in medical and health sciences education, in collaboration with faculty, learners, and Educational Technology team members.
Lead rapid prototyping initiatives to test emerging technologies (AI, AR/VR, adaptive learning) in educational contexts, working both independently and in close partnership with internal and cross-team collaborators.
Create proof-of-concept applications that push boundaries of traditional learning experiences and pitch them to Educational Technology leadership and subgroups (Learning Design and Evaluation, Production, Academic Support), incorporating stakeholder feedback into subsequent iterations.
Research, evaluate, and communicate about new technologies for potential adoption in medical education environments, translating technical possibilities into clear recommendations for faculty and institutional partners.
Contribute to institutional digital transformation initiatives through innovative technology solutions, modeling collaborative practices that enable other teams and departments to adopt and scale successful approaches.
Execute full-cycle development from user research and ideation through implementation and deployment in collaboration with the Learning Innovation Futurist Team
Build custom learning components, interactive modules, and educational applications using modern web technologies in collaboration with the Educational Technology team
Use APIs and integrations to connect new applications to learning platforms as needed (Canvas, Coursera, LearnDash, Articulate Storyline) in alignment with needs from the Learning Design and Evaluation team
Implement AI-powered features including chatbots, intelligent tutoring systems, and personalized learning pathways in collaboration with the Educational Technology team
Create responsive, accessible educational interfaces following universal design principles
Maintain and evolve codebases for educational applications and learning tools
Collaborate with our evaluation team to support analytics needs related to learning outcomes, course performance, and user activity.
Conduct user research with medical students, faculty, and healthcare professionals to identify learning needs as needed, both independently and in collaboration with the Learning Design and Evaluation group
Facilitate design thinking sessions with stakeholders and team members in workshops and collaborative ideation sessions
Synthesize research findings into actionable design requirements and technical specifications
Test and iterate solutions based on user feedback and learning analytics data both independently and collaboratively
Document and communicate research insights to inform team strategy and development priorities
Partner with learning designers to translate pedagogical goals into technical solutions
Collaborate with the Production team to ensure seamless integration of technology components
Mentor student workers and coordinate with freelance developers on project deliverables
Pitch innovative solutions and emerging technology insights to faculty, leadership, the Learning Design and Evaluation team, and the Production team
Contribute to publications, conference presentations, and grant proposals
Facilitate and enable the Educational Technology team to adopt or recommend new technologies through documentation, training, demonstration, and consensus building