Staff Design Researcher

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end qualitative and quantitative design research on exploratory projects
• Provide frameworks connecting research findings to business strategy and prioritize opportunities
• Distill complex data into clear narratives for stakeholders including executives
• Collaborate with Product and Design to test hypotheses through concepts and prototypes
• Advocate for customer interests in decision-making to inspire impactful solutions

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in design research or user research, preferably in innovation contexts
• Proven leadership in zero-to-one research programs in high-growth tech companies
• Mastery of diverse research methods including ethnography and rapid concept validation
• Experience handling qualitative and quantitative data, with a balance of strategic and tactical skills
• Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, with executive presence
• Passion for collaborative, cross-functional work with an entrepreneurial mindset
• Bachelor's or advanced degree in HCI, Design, Psychology, Anthropology, or related discipline

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• Affluent parental and wellness leave
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Roth retirement savings program
• Equity plan and corporate bonus eligibility
• Paid sick leave
• Opportunities for in-person collaboration and team-building events