Professional Development Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Senior Plumbing Engineer (PE)

Company: AlphaStaff Talent Search

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 14, 2025

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license with eligibility to transfer to Texas if currently licensed in another state. Half-day Fridays year-round.

Assistant Chef - RWC (Part Time)

Company: Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula

Location: Redwood City, CA

Posted Aug 14, 2025

Food Handler's certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire). Track inventory levels for ingredients, tools, and equipment. Assistant Chef - RWC Part Time.

Senior Software Engineer - Audience Targeting

Company: Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology

Location: Glendale, CA

Posted Aug 15, 2025

Chip in ground-breaking innovation and apply the state-of-the-art technologies. Build components of large-scale data platform for real-time and batch processing…

Acquisition Security Analyst

Company: General Dynamics Information Technology

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 15, 2025

Provide technical analysis and OPSEC support to SAF/AAZ and SAF/AQ Special programs and other associated operations, missions, and organizational elements…

Data Systems Analyst 3

Company: UC San Diego

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 15, 2025

CAIDA investigates both practical and theoretical aspects of the Internet, with particular focus on topics that are macroscopic in nature and provide enhanced…

Dual Immersion Teacher (Bilingual Spanish & English) - Certificated

Company: Voices College-Bound Language Academies

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Aug 14, 2025

Collaborate closely with other teachers, consultants, and the principal to align curriculum across subjects, improve own and others’ instructional practices and…

Power BI Analyst

Company: StepStone Group

Location: La Jolla, CA

Posted Aug 15, 2025

Bachelors degree in Business Intelligence, Data Analytics, Finance, or a related field preferred. Partner with senior team members to develop, maintain, and…

Plumbing Technician

Company: Soo HIpp Plumbing and Drains

Location: Torrance, CA

Posted Aug 14, 2025

Perform quality plumbing services, including sales, repairs, maintenance, and installations. 3+ years of professional plumbing experience*.

Robatayaki Chef

Company: Iki Toro, Sushi, Robata, Bar

Location: Glendale, CA

Posted Aug 14, 2025

Food handler’s certification (preferred). Minimum 5 years of experience as a Robata or Japanese grill chef in a high-end or busy kitchen.

Senior Designer Contract

Company: ParkerWhite Brand Interactive

Location: Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA

Posted Aug 14, 2025

Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and Figma or similar web design tools. Type: Full-Time Contract (Minimum 4 Months).

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges for Professional Development roles by seniority?
Entry‑level Instructional Designers earn $55,000–$70,000 annually. Mid‑level L&D Managers command $80,000–$110,000. Senior Learning Technologists or Directors of Learning typically receive $120,000–$170,000, with bonuses and equity common in tech firms.
What skills and certifications are essential for a career in Professional Development?
Core skills include ADDIE and SAM frameworks, proficiency in LMS platforms (Cornerstone, SAP SuccessFactors, Moodle), eLearning authoring tools (Articulate Storyline, Captivate, Lectora), data analysis in Excel or Python, and learning analytics dashboards. Certifications such as ATD Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP), Certified Instructional Designer/Developer (CIDD), and eLearning Guild credentials give a competitive edge.
Can Professional Development positions be performed remotely?
Yes, many PD roles are hybrid or fully remote. Remote teams rely on tools like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, LMS cloud services, and Articulate Cloud for content collaboration. Survey data shows 70% of L&D roles offer remote flexibility, especially in tech and consulting firms.
What does a typical career progression look like in Professional Development?
A common path starts as an Instructional Designer, advances to Lead Instructional Designer, then to Learning & Development Manager, followed by Director of Learning, and ultimately VP of Learning & Talent Development. Each step adds strategic responsibility, stakeholder engagement, and broader impact across the organization.
What are current industry trends shaping Professional Development?
Key trends include microlearning and bite‑size modules, gamification to boost engagement, AI‑driven personalized learning paths, immersive VR/AR simulations, competency‑based frameworks, learning experience platforms (LXP) that integrate social learning, and real‑time analytics to measure training ROI.

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