Job Description
Subject Matter Expert – Web Development
Purpose of the Role
Drive continuous improvement of web development programs by identifying and resolving curriculum gaps, content issues, and tooling defects while ensuring a high-quality learner experience.
This role combines academic expertise with practical software development knowledge to strengthen curriculum quality, improve learning platforms, and support scalable program delivery.
The role acts as a technical and academic subject matter authority, bridging curriculum, technology, and learner needs.
Key Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
Curriculum Improvement & Content Excellence
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Own continuous review and enhancement of web development curriculum across programs.
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Identify and resolve curriculum gaps, inaccuracies, outdated concepts, and learning experience issues.
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Collaborate with Learning Managers and academic stakeholders to improve content quality and learner outcomes.
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Design, review, and validate learning materials, projects, assessments, and practical exercises.
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Ensure curriculum reflects current industry practices, tools, frameworks, and development standards.
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Support creation of new content, modules, and learning resources where required.
Tooling & Platform Bug Resolution
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Identify, investigate, and resolve curriculum-related and platform-related issues affecting learners and experts.
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Act as the first line of technical analysis for tooling defects impacting learning delivery.
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Partner with Product and Engineering teams to define, prioritize, and validate fixes.
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Perform testing and quality checks for curriculum and platform updates before release.
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Maintain documentation of recurring issues, root causes, and recommended improvements.
Program Research & Innovation
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Research emerging web development technologies, frameworks, and industry trends.
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Recommend curriculum enhancements based on market demand and evolving technology landscapes.
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Support modernization of programs to maintain industry relevance and learner employability.
Secondary Responsibilities
Technical Academic Support
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Provide subject matter expertise on frontend and backend development concepts when required.
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Support expert teams in resolving complex technical queries and academic escalations.
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Review technical assessments, projects, and learner submissions as needed.
Delivery & Operational Support
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Provide support during live sessions, workshops, and bootcamps when required.
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Assist in managing academic escalations related to curriculum or technical content.
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Support cross-functional initiatives aimed at improving learner experience and program effectiveness.
Key Outcomes
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Improved curriculum quality, accuracy, and industry relevance
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Faster identification and resolution of content and tooling issues
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Reduced learner and expert escalations related to curriculum defects
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Enhanced learning experience through continuous program improvements
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Strong alignment between curriculum, platform capabilities, and industry expectations
Key Skills
Curriculum development, web development, frontend technologies, backend technologies, debugging, technical problem-solving, content review, stakeholder collaboration, quality assurance, analytical thinking.
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