The application window is expected to close on 03/14/2025.  Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.  

Meet the Team

At Cisco, the Networking Academy team is on a mission to transform technical education. By integrating interactive AI and game-based learning, we aim to elevate networking and IT skills training, enhancing learner engagement and retention.

Your Impact

We are seeking a creative and technically savvy Game-Based Learning Developer to join our team. This role is responsible for designing and developing interactive, game-based learning modules that help students understand complex networking and IT concepts through hands on interactive visualizations and exchanges with an embedded AI learning coach.

Design & Development: Create engaging, interactive game-based learning experiences that align with educational goals and industry standards. Collaboration: Work closely with instructional designers, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders to develop content that bridges the gap between theory and practice. Innovation: Leverage AI and multi-modal approaches to push the boundaries of educational technology and ensure Cisco remains a leader in the edtech industry. Deployment & Testing: Implement and test learning modules, ensuring high-quality and seamless user experiences across platforms. Feedback & Improvement: Gather user feedback and analytics to continuously improve the educational impact and usability of learning modules.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Game Development, Instructional Design, or a related field. 3+ years of experience in game development or instructional design with proven track record of creating game-based learning or interactive educational content. Experience developing games using web-based technologies: HTML/CSS and JavaScriptKnowledge of AI/ML/GenAI concepts 

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s or PhD Experience and knowledge of Instructional Design methodologies and learning theories Familiarity with AI and its application in providing real-time feedback to learners in educational settings Experience in networking or IT education. Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams. Strong analytical skills to evaluate the effectiveness of learning modules.

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