Required Skills:
Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner directly with cross-functional SMEs and stakeholders to identify critical learning needs and define measurable performance objectives.
Multimodal Development: Create and maintain diverse curricula for online, instructor-led (ILT), and virtual instructor-led (vILT) training environments.
Evidence-Based Design: Apply core instructional design theories and principles to address performance gaps and maximize learner impact.
Pre-Production Design: Generate comprehensive scripts, storyboards, and prototypes for stakeholder review and approval prior to final development.
Interactive E-Learning: Leverage multimedia authoring tools (Articulate 360, Camtasia) and project management platforms (Asana) to build engaging online experiences.
Project Ownership: Manage the end-to-end content development lifecycle, ensuring seamless collaboration between curriculum managers and delivery teams.
Quality Assurance: Ensure all instructional materials meet rigorous quality standards and strictly adhere to established corporate writing and style guidelines.
- AI & Learning Innovation: Explore, evaluate, and apply emerging technologies, including AI-powered content creation, workflow automation, digital adoption tools, and learning assistants, to improve learner experiences and accelerate content development. Continuously identify opportunities to streamline processes, reduce development time, and increase the impact of learning solutions through technology.
- Creative Problem Solving: Challenge traditional learning approaches by identifying innovative solutions that improve performance, reduce time-to-competency, and embed learning directly into the flow of work. Demonstrate a willingness to experiment, iterate, and rethink how learning is designed, delivered, and consumed.
Qualifications:
Instructional Expertise: 2+ years of experience in instructional design, curriculum management, or adult learning within a corporate training environment (SaaS preferred).
Agile Development: Proven ability to operate in rapid 2-week development cycles, delivering high-quality learning content under tight turnaround times.
Technical Toolset: Mastery of eLearning authoring tools including Articulate 360, Adobe Creative Cloud, Camtasia, and Microsoft Office.
Content Design: Demonstrated skill in assessing learning needs and converting complex technical information into engaging, media-rich, and high-impact learning solutions. Ability to leverage emerging technologies and AI-powered tools to improve development efficiency and learner outcomes is strongly preferred.
Methodology & Theory: Strong foundational knowledge of instructional design processes, taxonomy, knowledge transfer methods, and organizational development.
Strategic Communication: Excellent writing and editing skills with the ability to simplify technical concepts and build consensus across disparate groups with competing priorities.
Education & Validation: BA/BS degree in Education or Instructional Design required; a professional portfolio demonstrating successful project execution must be provided.
- AI Fluency: Demonstrated experience using AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, or similar technologies to enhance content development workflows, accelerate production, improve learner engagement, or solve business challenges.
- Technology Curiosity: Actively stays informed on emerging trends in AI, learning technology, automation, and digital enablement. Demonstrates a passion for experimenting with new tools and translating innovation into practical business value.
Innovation Mindset: Proven ability to think beyond traditional training solutions, challenge assumptions, and recommend creative approaches that improve performance, scalability, and the learner experience.
Important:
A portfolio link showcasing relevant work samples must be included with your application. Only candidates who provide a portfolio will be considered for this role.
As part of the interview process, candidates should be prepared to discuss how they have leveraged AI, automation, emerging technologies, or innovative approaches to improve learning outcomes, streamline development processes, increase efficiency, or solve complex business challenges. We are particularly interested in individuals who demonstrate curiosity, experimentation, and a proactive approach to exploring new technologies and applying them to real-world learning and performance needs.
Skills Required
- 2+ years of curriculum management, learning experience, and/or instructional design experience in a corporate training environment
- 2+ years of experience in adult learning, organizational development, or professional training programs
- BA or BS degree in Education, Instructional Design, or another relevant field
- Experience with Microsoft Office and authoring tools (e.g. Articulate 360, Adobe Creative Cloud, Camtasia)
- Outstanding writing and editing skills, and attention to detail
What the Team is Saying
Coupa Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, vision, and mental‑wellness resources for employees and dependents begin on the first day of employment. Recent updates to health‑insurance programs this year indicate active management of core coverage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible Time Off, floating holidays, paid parental leave, and dedicated volunteer time off are emphasized as part of standard offerings. A global minimum vacation allowance outside the U.S. is also advertised.
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Retirement Support — Competitive compensation is paired with retirement savings programs, including a U.S. 401(k) with company match. An Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also referenced as part of long‑term financial support.
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What We Do
Coupa is a global technology company that helps businesses run smarter by connecting all the ways they spend money — from procurement and expenses to payments and supply chain decisions — in one intelligent platform. In simple terms, Coupa gives organizations the visibility and control they need to make better financial choices, reduce waste, and drive real impact. It’s where technology meets purpose: helping companies manage their resources more responsibly while creating a positive ripple across their people, partners, and the planet.
Why Work With Us
At Coupa, we prioritize an inclusive and empathetic workplace where every voice is valued. Our teams are proactive and accountable, ensuring we collaborate effectively to achieve our goals. The foundation of our culture rests on our people; we believe in fostering an environment that encourages innovation and curiosity.
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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Our virtual-first approach is intentional. It gives you the freedom to do your best work in a space that supports focus, balance, and creativity, while staying connected to a global team of changemakers who are redefining the future of business spend
