Remote Lead UX Researcher: Shape Product Strategy

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Remote work stipend

Flexible hours

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a fully remote Lead UX Researcher to shape user experience across digital platforms. You will lead a team of researchers, define strategy, and translate research into actionable design insights for product and design teams.

The role requires a strong portfolio, leadership experience, and the ability to collaborate across time zones to influence product decisions and drive user-centered design.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in HCI, psychology, sociology, anthropology, information science, or related field.
• 7+ years in UX research with at least 2 years in leadership roles.
• Proven ability to lead research and influence product strategy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of UX Researchers.
• Define and champion the UX research strategy across product lines.
• Plan, conduct, and analyze multiple research methods and translate findings to actionable insights.
• Advocate for user needs throughout the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fully remote environment.

Skills

UX research leadership

Qualitative methods

Quantitative methods

Remote collaboration

Stakeholder communication

Education

Master's or PhD in HCI/related field

Tools

Usability testing tools

Card sorting tools

Diary studies tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a fully remote Lead UX Researcher to shape user experience across digital platforms. You will lead a team of researchers, define strategy, and translate research into actionable design insights for product and design teams.

The role requires a strong portfolio, leadership experience, and the ability to collaborate across time zones to influence product decisions and drive user-centered design.