Job Description

Waste Management (WM), a Fortune 250 company, is the leading provider of comprehensive waste and environmental services in North America. We are strongly committed to a foundation of operating excellence, professionalism and financial strength. WM serves nearly 25 million customers in residential, commercial, industrial and municipal markets throughout North America through a network of collection operations, transfer stations, landfills, recycling facilities and waste-based energy production projects.

Job Summary 

We are seeking a creative and strategic Immersive Learning Experience Developer to join our dynamic Learning & Leadership Development team. This role is responsible for designing and delivering interactive, engaging, and experiential learning programs that drive business impact. The ideal candidate will be passionate about human-centered design, experienced in design thinking, and skilled at leading collaborative design sessions with stakeholders. 

As an Immersive Learning Experience Developer, you will work closely with business leaders, subject matter experts, and cross-functional teams to create relevant, innovative, and measurable learning experiences. You will ensure that programs are learner-centric, immersive, and aligned with organizational goals to improve performance and capability development. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily 

• Develop Experiential Learning Programs – Create interactive, scenario-based, simulation-driven, and hands-on learning experiences that foster engagement, critical thinking, and real-world application. 
• Prototype and Design – Translate concepts into working prototypes, collaborate with artists and designers, and implement user interactions and spatial interfaces 
• Utilize Design Thinking & Agile Methods – Apply an iterative approach to prototyping, testing, and refining learning solutions based on feedback and business needs. 
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally – Partner with business leaders, SMEs, learning consultants, facilitators, and technology teams to co-create impactful learning experiences. 
• Integrate Immersive Learning Technologies – Leverage tools such as VR, AR, gamification, and simulations where applicable to enhance learning effectiveness. 
• Advocate for Learning Innovation – Stay ahead of industry trends in immersive learning, adult learning theory, and performance-based training to enhance program design. 
• Develop AR/VR or Game Applications – Write code, integrate 3D assets, optimize performance, and deploy interactive experiences using Unity, Unreal Engine, ARKit, ARCore, or WebXR 

Supervisory Responsibilities 

No supervisory responsibilities.  

Qualifications 

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job. Must live and work in the US. 

• Proven expertise in developing engaging, interactive, and learner-centric experiences that drive measurable business outcomes. 
• Proficiency in design thinking methodologies, agile learning development, and human-centered design principles. 
• Experience developing and implementing VR, AR, simulation-based, and gamified learning experiences is a plus. 
• Strong client-facing skills, with experience leading stakeholder meetings and creatively ideating within constraints to develop effective learning solutions. 
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing business needs. 
• Proficiency in learning design tools (e.g., Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, or other simulation/gamification tools). 

Education and Experience 

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Learning Experience Design, Instructional Design, Organizational Development, or related field preferred. 

Experience: Five (5) years of relevant work experience instructional design, learning experience design, or corporate training, with a focus on experiential and immersive learning. (in addition to education requirement)  

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements 

None Required  

Work Environment 

Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. 

Normal setting for this job is a remote 

The expected pay range for this remote position across the U.S is $89,000- $112,000K. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. 

Benefits
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. 

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About Us

About WM

WM (WM.com) is North America’s largest comprehensive waste management environmental solutions provider. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them achieve their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post-consumer materials and is the leader in beneficial reuse of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most gas-to-electricity plants in North America. WM’s fleet includes nearly 11,000 natural gas trucks – the largest heavy-duty natural gas truck fleet of its kind in North America – where more than half are fueled by renewable natural gas. To learn more about WM and the company’s sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

For United States: WM is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

For Canada: WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.

Real ID

In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative.  This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons, or service federal property.  Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID, or TSA approved alternative.