Professional Development Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Global Practice Architect, Infrastructure III, Google Cloud

Company: Google

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Aug 06, 2025

You will orchestrate across numerous contributing teams including solutions, services, partners, product engineering, marketing, and GTM stakeholder…

Senior Architectural Project Manager - Airport Capital Improvement Program

Company: MARRS Services, Inc.

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 06, 2025

Valid California Class C driver's license. *Licensed Architect (California license preferred)*. This position requires working at San Diego International…

Retail Sales Associate

Company: Top Korean Home Appliance Brand

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Aug 06, 2025

Big box retailer's sales performance and trend analysis. Promotion planning, execution and analysis. Product line up strategy & product category management.

Software Engineer Graduate Social - 2026 Start (BS/MS)

Company: TikTok

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Aug 06, 2025

Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related fields or equivalent practical experience - Final year or recent graduate…

Software Engineer, Embedded Linux

Company: TrellisWare Technologies

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 06, 2025

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field of study required. Experience with Object-oriented design, data link…

Solutions Engineer

Company: Whip Networks Inc

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Aug 06, 2025

Discovery & Qualification: Conduct in-depth technical discovery sessions with prospects to understand their current state, pain points, technical environment,…

Sous Chef Banquets

Company: Marriott International, Inc

Location: Hollywood, CA

Posted Aug 06, 2025

Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions. Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality…

Senior Software Engineer, Applications

Company: TrellisWare Technologies

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 06, 2025

Documenting and presenting design alternatives using good personal practices and corporate defined engineering processes. NET, and Visual Studio is required.

Senior Executive Chef

Company: Aramark

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Aug 06, 2025

In this role, you'll oversee the culinary program across multiple locations, each with its own unique scale and needs, lead menu development, culinary strategy,…

Client Success Associate

Company: Aston Carter

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 06, 2025

Identify buying traits and develop leads for the sales team. You will play a pivotal role in developing strategies to retain and grow customer relationships…

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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