Sr. UX Researcher

Foot Locker; New York (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

401(k) | Roth 401(k)

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Opportunities for Advancement

Tuition Reimbursement

Strong Company Culture

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Foot Locker in New York is seeking an experienced UX Researcher to develop and execute research plans that inform product strategy and drive customer-centered design across our digital platforms.

You will conduct qualitative and mixed-method studies, synthesize findings into actionable insights, and partner with Product, Design, Engineering, and Analytics to embed user research throughout the product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 4+ years UX research in digital products; retail/eCommerce preferred.
• Expertise in qualitative methods with quantitative data use.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end product lifecycle.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and storytelling.
• Experience collaborating across PM, Design, Eng, Analytics.
• Proficiency with Dscout, Dovetail, Miro, Figma.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute research plans aligned with product strategy and customer needs.
• Conduct interviews, usability testing, surveys, concept testing, and journey mapping.
• Synthesize findings into actionable insights to influence product design.
• Partner across discovery, design, and delivery to embed user insights.
• Present findings through storytelling to diverse audiences.
• Scale research practices and mentor teams in methods.

Skills

UX Research

Qualitative methods

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Research tools (Dscout)

Research tools (Dovetail)

Research tools (Miro)

Research tools (Figma)

Tools

Dscout

Dovetail

Miro

Figma

Job description

Overview

Great brands reflect culture. The best ones help shape it. At Foot Locker, we’re rooted in sport, powered by style, and driven by the communities that move both. From Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker to Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos, our brands sit at the intersection of sport, style, and self-expression.

As part of the DICK’S Sporting Goods family, you’re backed by the resources, reach, and career opportunities of a world-class sports company. That unleashes Foot Locker to keep pushing forward with the agility and edge that define the brand. We’re looking for great people who want to influence culture and the generation that is shaping what’s next. Whether you’re building strategy, shaping innovations, or creating unforgettable customer moments, you’ll contribute to decisions and experiences that define our brands’ impact in the communities we serve.

At this time, Foot Locker will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, or another type of work authorization)

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute research plans aligned with product strategy, customer needs, and business priorities.
• Conduct qualitative and mixed-method research, including customer interviews, usability testing, surveys, concept testing, and journey mapping.
• Synthesize research findings into actionable insights and recommendations that influence product strategy and design decisions.
• Partner cross-functionally throughout discovery, design, and delivery to ensure customer insights are embedded in the product development lifecycle.
• Present research findings through compelling storytelling tailored to a variety of audiences.
• Help scale research practices, repositories, and best practices across the Experience Design organization.
• Mentor designers and cross-functional partners on research methods and customer-centered thinking.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of UX research experience within digital product organizations, retail / eCommerce experience preferred.
• Expertise across qualitative research methods, with experience leveraging quantitative data to strengthen insights.
• Strong understanding of the end-to-end product development lifecycle.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and storytelling skills.
• Experience collaborating across Product Management, Design, Engineering, Analytics, and business stakeholders.
• Proficiency with modern research and collaboration tools, including Dscout, Dovetail, Miro, Figma, or similar platforms.

At Foot Locker, We Value Innovation, Authenticity, And Integrity In All That We Do. To Uphold The Security And Fairness Of Our Hiring Process, We Ask That Candidates Refrain From Using AI Tools, Including ChatGPT, During Interviews And Assessments. To Ensure a Smooth And Secure Experience, Please Review The Following Guidelines

• Cameras must be on for all virtual interviews.
• AI tools are strictly prohibited during interviews or assessments.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to create a transparent and equitable hiring experience.

Benefits

The annual base salary range is $115,000 - $125,000. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. This role is also eligible to receive short term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Salary will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Salary is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package, which includes the below.

Foot Locker Benefits

• Employee Discount
• Paid Time Off
• Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage
• 401(k) | Roth 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses
• Strong Company Culture
• Employee Resource Groups