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Associate Instructional Designer

Applied Systems


Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 53000 - 71000
Posted: 27 August 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 24 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

Team: Applied University
Salary Range: $53000 - $71000 USD
Location: Remote across the United States - Chicago Dallas and Atlanta areas preferred

This role is aligned to our hub locations. While were especially interested in candidates in or near these areas we welcome applications from outside of these locations as well.

Opportunity for Impact

Applied is where insurance technology gets reinvented and we build it fast. Our cloud software and AI-powered solutions reach thousands of agencies and brokers worldwide setting the pace for what modern insurance can do.

Were looking for an Associate Instructional Designer to join our Applied University team. This is an entry-level opportunity for someone who is curious about learning enjoys simplifying complex topics and wants to grow their instructional design skills while making a real impact. Youll design and build customer-facing eLearning courses from concept to launch. Working closely with instructional designers product managers and subject matter experts youll create training that helps customers successfully adopt our products while receiving mentorship and ownership from day one.

What Youll Do

  • Design and develop engaging digital learning experiences including eLearning video simulations assessments and learning games.
  • Use AI-powered tools to research content create storyboards and support course development.
  • Build expertise in Applied products and the insurance industry while identifying and addressing learner needs.
  • Partner with SMEs and cross-functional teams to create publish and maintain high-quality customer training programs.

What Were Looking For

  • 1-2 years of instructional design experience through professional work internships coursework or portfolio projects.
  • Hands-on experience developing eLearning in Articulate Storyline 360 (required) with the ability to take learning solutions from analysis through design development and evaluation.
  • Strong communication skills including writing editing presenting and translating complex information into engaging learning experiences.
  • Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in Instructional Design Education Visual Design or a related field with familiarity with modern workplace tools and collaborative development environments.

Bonus points if you also have:

  • Experience in a technology or software company
  • Familiarity with insurance or with Applied Systems products
  • Fluency in French or Canadian French

Talent shows up in a lot of different ways and we mean that. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experience levels including military members and their spouses and those without a traditional degree or tech background. If this role speaks to you apply.

Why Youll Like Working on Team Applied
The best work happens when smart people move fast together. For over 40 years Applied has built technology that solves real problems for insurance professionals - and were still pushing whats possible.

Youll be part of our people-first culture built on trust inclusion and growth - where youre supported to deliver collaborate with teammates who care and grow with leaders invested in your success.

How Well Support You

We invest in the whole person not just the role. Our benefits and resources are built to support your health your time and your life outside of work:

  • Medical Dental and Vision Coverage
  • Holiday and Vacation Time
  • Health & Wellness Days
  • A Bonus Day for Your Birthday

Compensation Transparency

Our targeted starting base salary in the United States for this position considers a variety of factors including depth and breadth of experience skills and role scope. Depending on the role team members may also be eligible for additional compensation plans (bonus and commission).

Your Security Matters:
Our candidates personal information and online safety are top of mind. Applied communicates with candidates only via a secure @ email address or through our official careers portal. Recruiters will never request payments or ask for financial account or sensitive personal information like Social Security numbers.

AI Utilization

We leverage AI tools to streamline parts of our recruitment workflow (such as resume parsing and interview scheduling). However final decisions are always conducted by real humans.

EEO Statement

Applied Systems is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diversity and Inclusion is a business imperative and is a part of building our brand and reputation. At Applied we dont discriminate and we are committed to recruit develop retain and promote regardless of race religion color national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability age veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law.

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Applied offers innovative cloud-based insurance software embedded with AI capabilities to help agencies be more efficient and unlock new levels of growth.

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