Staff User Experience Researcher

Workiva; Denver (CO); Remote; USD 129,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Staff User Experience Researcher to empower product teams with insights that drive data-driven decisions. This role involves leading research programs, conducting qualitative and quantitative studies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize user-friendly products. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in user research methodologies, exceptional communication skills, and a strong portfolio demonstrating the impact of their work. Join this innovative firm and contribute to creating meaningful user experiences while enjoying a flexible work environment and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Discretionary annual bonus

Restricted Stock Units

401(k) match

Comprehensive employee benefits package

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of user research experience in product development.
• Strong portfolio showcasing diverse research methodologies and impacts.
• Expertise in mixed methods research and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead research strategy and execution across product teams.
• Conduct and analyze qualitative and quantitative research studies.
• Present insights to inform product strategy and improvements.

Skills

User Research

Data Analysis

Qualitative Research Methods

Quantitative Research Methods

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Collaboration

Statistical Analysis

Education

Undergraduate degree in Human-Computer Interaction

Advanced degree (Master's or PhD)

Tools

UserTesting

UserZoom

SQL

QuickSights

Job description

The Staff User Experience (UX) Researcher is responsible for empowering product and user experience decision-makers with the insights to make data-driven decisions. This role will manage a research program for a tier of Workiva product teams or key opportunities. The Staff UX Researcher will also plan, conduct, analyze, and communicate results from qualitative, quantitative, and experimental studies that investigate users, their needs, motivations, and behaviors. The insights gleaned from these studies will inform Product Managers, User Experience Designers, and Software Engineers, enabling them to build and optimize innovative, user-friendly products.

What You’ll Do

Team Leadership:

• Drive strategy and execution of research across groups of product teams
• Partner with product leadership to ensure best practices of research and evidence-backed decision making are followed
• Provide research leadership to a set of products or opportunities of vital importance to Workiva strategy
• Mentor researchers and members of the user experience team

Designs and Conducts Research:

• Review research plans and offer consulting on best practices of research
• Provide leadership and ownership of the collection of analytics and communicate insights across multiple teams
• Coordinate research studies by planning, collecting evidence, analyzing, and communicating insights across multiple teams as well as executives
• Collaborate with designers, product managers, and engineers to discover and prioritize opportunities with new and existing products, in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
• Enforce consistency in the development and management of research plans and schedules for product teams by helping set best practices
• Leverage a broad range of research techniques to develop a deeper understanding of our customers, users, and the ways they work
• Delegate tasks in collaboration with team management to distribute work effectively
• Leverage evaluation techniques to identify key usability needs and to help refine previously implemented features

Interprets and Presents Insights:

• Organize, interpret, and present evidence clearly and serve as a point of contact for key decision makers
• Lead team members and key collaborators to explore new approaches that will provide optimal feedback
• Analyze, synthesize, and communicate test/research results; advocate for user-centered product improvements
• Partner with leadership to inform and influence product strategy and tie business outcomes to reliable insights

What You’ll Need

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience conducting user research in a product development environment
• A strong portfolio demonstrating a range of research methodologies, data analysis techniques, and the tangible impact of research on product design and development
• Undergraduate degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Cognitive Science, Sociology, Anthropology, Design, Computer Science, or a related field
• Demonstrated expertise in designing, conducting, and analyzing mixed methods research studies, effectively integrating qualitative and quantitative data
• Proficiency in a variety of qualitative research methods (e.g., usability testing, contextual inquiry, interviews, focus groups) and quantitative research methods (e.g., surveys, data analytics) and associated tools
• Experience in developing and implementing data management strategies for UX research projects, including data cleaning, organization, and storage
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex research findings and recommendations clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences
• Outstanding interpersonal and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the SaaS industry or a related technology domain
• Proven experience working as a UX Researcher within Agile development teams
• Experience in planning and conducting JTBD-focused research activities, including job interviews and the analysis of user stories
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to utilize statistical analysis techniques and software to interpret quantitative data
• Experience with SQL
• Familiarity with specific UX research tools (e.g., UserTesting, UserZoom)
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., QuickSights)
• Experience mentoring junior UX researchers
• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in a relevant field
• Experience conducting global research studies

Travel Requirements and Working Conditions

• Willingness to travel less than 15% for team and corporate meetings
• Reliable internet access for any period of time working remotely, as we embrace flexible work arrangements

How You’ll Be Rewarded

Salary range in the US: $129,000.00 - $207,000.00

A discretionary bonus typically paid annually

Restricted Stock Units granted at time of hire

401(k) match and comprehensive employee benefits package

The salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this job in the US. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors.

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