Remote Learning Operations Specialist

Description

Remote Learning Operations Specialist (Work From Home)

Your Mission: Shape the Future of Remote Learning

Are you passionate about edtech, innovation, and seamless digital experiences? We’re looking for a Remote Learning Operations Specialist who thrives at the intersection of technology, strategy, and virtual education. In this fully remote role, you’ll manage the systems, tools, and workflows that bring learning to life for thousands of users. This is your moment if you're ready to bring operational excellence to a fast-growing digital learning environment. The role comes with an attractive annual compensation of $72,644. As a Learning Operations Specialist, you'll be the linchpin that ensures technology-driven learning experiences are delivered effectively. You'll oversee the day-to-day performance of our LMS platforms, manage integrations across systems, and use cutting-edge tools to streamline and optimize every process in the virtual classroom. Your role is to align learning operations with our organization's strategic priorities and ensure that learning is accessible, data-informed, and user-centric. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including instructional designers, developers, product managers, and customer success specialists, to ensure our learning programs run smoothly from end to end. This is a high-impact, detail-oriented position where your technical ability and organizational skills directly affect learner satisfaction and business results.

About Our Digital Learning Ecosystem

Our Tech Landscape

Our platform operates at scale, with:

  • 🌍 12,000+ learners accessing content monthly
  • 💻 3 LMS platforms integrated with API connectivity
  • 📊 99.9% uptime powered by AWS, CDN, and dynamic caching
  • 🛠️ Automated pipelines using Zapier, Airtable, and Power Automate
  • 🔐 SSO, SCORM, and LTI integrations for enhanced user experiences. We take pride in being a data-first organization, where analytics, feedback loops, and agile iterations back every learning decision. With this role, you’ll contribute to a culture of evidence-based learning design and continuous operational refinement. You'll help streamline backend systems supporting front-end learning, ensuring educators and learners have frictionless experiences at every interaction point.

Role Overview: What You’ll Own

Manage Learning Tools and Integrations

  • 🔄 Oversee LMS operations (Moodle, Canvas, Thinkific)
  • 🧩 Ensure seamless API integration with CRM, HRIS, and payment systems
  • 🛡️ Implement security protocols using SCORM and LTI
  • 📂 Maintain content structure through metadata tagging and taxonomy
  • 📡 Support integration with assessment tools and third-party edtech platforms

Drive Operational Excellence

  • ⚙️ Automate content delivery workflows using tools like Zapier and Tray.io
  • 📉 Leverage dashboards to track learner outcomes and system usage
  • 🧪 Collaborate on QA testing cycles to ensure product quality
  • 🕵️‍♂️ Use A/B testing to validate operational improvements
  • 📦 Monitor load times, system performance, and data sync accuracy across platforms

Provide Support and Enablement

  • 💡 Deliver Level 1 and Level 2 user assistance for platform-related issues
  • 📘 Document standard operating procedures and platform use cases
  • 🎓 Deliver training sessions and create instructional walkthroughs
  • 🔧 Escalate issues to dev teams and monitor resolution timelines
  • 🤝 Work with customer success teams to resolve platform-related support tickets

Who You Are: Skills and Strengths

Required Qualifications

  • 🎓 Bachelor's degree in instructional technology or a related field
  • 🧠 3+ years in a learning op or LMS admin role
  • 💬 Excellent written and verbal communication
  • ⚙️ Familiar with backend LMS settings, SCORM, LTI, APIs
  • 🧮 Skilled in Excel/Google Sheets with v-lookups and pivot tables
  • 🛠️ Strong troubleshooting, systems thinking, and task prioritization skills

Bonus Experience

  • 🚀 Hands-on with adaptive learning platforms
  • 🔍 Proficiency in xAPI, JSON, and webhook setup
  • 🌱 Knowledge of instructional design principles and agile workflows
  • 🤝 Experience in a SaaS or edtech startup environment
  • 📚 Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG, ADA compliance)

Tools & Technologies You’ll Use

You’ll work with a wide variety of cutting-edge tech:

  • 📚 LMSs: Canvas, Moodle, LearnUpon, Thinkific
  • 📊 Analytics Platforms: Tableau, Power BI, Google Analytics, Mixpanel
  • 🔧 Automation: Airtable, Zapier, Power Automate, Integromat
  • 💬 Communication: Slack, Notion, Zoom, Loom
  • 📁 Authoring Tools: Articulate 360, Camtasia, Adobe Captivate
  • 🌐 Dev/Infra Support: GitLab, AWS CloudWatch, Chrome DevTools

Key Responsibilities Breakdown

Task Area Responsibility Impact
🧠 Systems Management Oversee platform functionality and updates Boosts stability and learner satisfaction
📈 Data & Reporting Run learner performance analytics Supports data-driven decision-making
🧰 Automation Eliminate manual workflows Enhances speed and efficiency
📚 Support Train and assist internal teams Improves team productivity
🔐 Compliance Maintain data privacy and access controls Ensures legal and ethical standards
🌐 API Integration Streamline external tool sync Improves cross-platform connectivity

Success Metrics

You’ll be evaluated based on:

  • 📈 15% boost in automation-led processes
  • ⏱️ 20% drop in manual admin tasks for the learning team
  • 🧪 95% pass rate in QA testing of new content
  • 💬 4.8/5 average score in internal satisfaction surveys
  • 🌍 Improved learner NPS and retention across cohorts

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Innovative Culture

  • 🧠 Team-wide edtech experimentation encouraged
  • 📅 Monthly innovation challenges to improve processes
  • 💡 A culture of transparency, agility, and iteration
  • 🧪 Internal beta testing lab for piloting new solutions

100% Remote Flexibility

  • 🏡 Flexible work hours
  • 📆 Async-first communication to support global teams
  • 🌍 Distributed, diverse team culture that values balance

Transparent Growth & Rewards

  • 🎯 Career path clarity from Day 1
  • 💸 Competitive salary: $72,644 annually
  • 🎓 Sponsored courses, credentials, and learning stipends
  • 📈 Biannual performance reviews and advancement opportunities

What Our Team Says

"The most exciting part is seeing how even a small automation or integration can transform the learner experience. You're not just maintaining systems—you’re innovating every day."
Aarav, Sr. Learning Technologist

Call to Action

We’re looking for builders, thinkers, and lifelong learners ready to contribute to the future of digital education. If you’re tech-forward, systems-minded, and passionate about impact—this is your chance. Ready to build the future with us? Apply today! Published on: Apr 14, 2025