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Senior Manager, Learning and Experience Design

Job Type Full-Time  
Experience Level Senior  
Organization Type Corporate L&D  
Pay Range TBD  
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About Zscaler

Serving thousands of enterprise customers around the world including 40% of Fortune 500 companies, Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS) was founded in 2007 with a mission to make the cloud a safe place to do business and a more enjoyable experience for enterprise users. As the operator of the world’s largest security cloud, Zscaler accelerates digital transformation so enterprises can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. The pioneering, AI-powered Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange™ platform protects thousands of enterprise customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location.

Named a Best Workplace in Technology by Fortune and others, Zscaler fosters an inclusive and supportive culture that is home to some of the brightest minds in the industry. If you thrive in an environment that is fast-paced and collaborative, and you are passionate about building and innovating for the greater good, come make your next move with Zscaler.

The Zscaler Sales and Go-to-Market team is a global group of professionals who are passionate about delighting our customers, nurturing trusted partnerships, and sharing their expertise to drive a secure, cloud-enabled digital future and further cement our position as the world leader in cloud security. Sales, Customer Success, Sales Enablement, Solution Architects, Business Development, Transformation, and Technology Partnerships all work together to demonstrate the power and agility of Zscaler cloud transformation to the world.

We are looking for a strategic remote Senior Manager of Learning and Experience Design to lead our dynamic team in developing high-impact, personalized learning journeys that support our “Ready to Train” motion. This role, reporting to the Director of Learning and Design, requires a leader with experience designing and managing large-scale learning programs, establishing scalable processes, and driving excellence in inclusive content development, governance, and quality assurance. You will work cross-functionally to shape our learning and development strategy, with a focus on delivering exceptional learning experiences at scale.

Responsibilities

  • Strategic Learning Design – Lead the vision and strategic direction for designing and implementing innovative, personalized learning journeys that meet diverse learner needs.
  • Team Leadership and Development – Manage, mentor, and inspire a large team of learning experience designers, developers, and content specialists. Manage capacity planning for the team.
  • Operational Excellence and Building “Learning at Scale” – Develop and implement scalable processes for learning content creation, governance, and quality assurance. Use data-driven insights to enhance processes, improve workflows, and increase efficiencies. Oversee the design and delivery of learning experiences that can scale across diverse audiences and regions.
  • Accessibility and Regionalization – Ensure that all learning experiences are designed with accessibility and inclusivity at the forefront, following accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and considering diverse learner needs. Lead initiatives to regionalize and localize content, tailoring learning experiences to resonate across cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
  • Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement – Develop and monitor quality assurance standards to ensure content is consistently high-quality and relevant. Use data-driven insights to continually enhance processes, streamline workflows, and increase efficiencies.

What We’re Looking For (Minimum Qualifications)

  • Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, Learning and Development, or a related field.
  • 8+ years experience in learning design; Minimum 5 years experience in a leadership role managing large teams.
  • Experience designing and delivering personalized learning journeys, using technology and data to enhance learning at scale.
  • Project management skills, with experience establishing and managing scalable processes for content development, governance, and quality assurance.
  • Experience with enterprise-level content and learning management systems (LMS), including implementation, optimization, and analytics.

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

  • Master’s degree.

Zscaler’s salary ranges are benchmarked and are determined by role and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations and could be higher or lower based on a multitude of factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

The base salary range listed for this full-time position excludes commission/ bonus/ equity (if applicable) + benefits.

Base Pay Range

$147,000 — $210,000 USD

At Zscaler, we believe that diversity drives innovation, productivity, and success. We are looking for individuals from all backgrounds and identities to join our team and contribute to our mission to make doing business seamless and secure. We are guided by these principles as we create a representative and impactful team, and a culture where everyone belongs. For more information on our commitments to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging, visit the Corporate Responsibility page of our website.

Benefits

Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including:

  • Various health plans
  • Time off plans for vacation and sick time
  • Parental leave options
  • Retirement options
  • Education reimbursement
  • In-office perks, and more!

By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.

Zscaler is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

See more information by clicking on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal link.

Pay Transparency

Zscaler complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency rules. For additional information about the federal requirements, click here .

Zscaler is committed to providing reasonable support (called accommodations or adjustments) in our recruiting processes for candidates who are differently abled, have long term conditions, mental health conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support.

About Organization

Zscaler enables the world’s leading organizations to securely transform their networks and applications for a mobile and cloud first world. Its flagship services, Zscaler Internet Access and Zscaler Private Access, create fast, secure connections between users and applications, regardless of device, location, or network. Zscaler services are 100% cloud-delivered and offer the simplicity, enhanced security, and improved user experience that traditional appliances or hybrid solutions are unable to match. Used in more than 185 countries, Zscaler operates the world’s largest cloud security platform, protecting thousands of enterprises and government agencies from cyberattacks and data loss.

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