About the position
We are seeking a mixed-method research leader to oversee the UX Research function at Duolingo. As a member of the Design team, you will work closely with the VP of Design to ensure that our products are thoughtful and meet the needs of learners worldwide. Your responsibilities will include growing and leading a talented team of UX Researchers, collaborating with leaders in other functions, setting the vision for UX Research, and advocating for research influence and priorities. Additionally, you should have experience as a people manager, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of data and metrics in UX Research.
Responsibilities
- Grow and lead a talented, diverse, inclusive team of UX Researchers and leaders who consistently deliver high-quality products
- Mentor and develop the skills, talents, and careers of the UX Researchers and UX Research Managers on your team, coaching them to success and impact
- Collaborate closely with leaders in other functions (Product and Engineering) to ensure that product areas are both planning well and hitting their metrics
- Set the vision for how UX Research continues to be a trusted and strategic partner for important company, product, and design decisions
- Be a tireless advocate for research influence and research priorities
- Build a thriving culture where UX Researchers do high-quality work and uphold our outstanding product experience
- Design and scale the organization, partnering closely with Leadership and Recruiting on headcount budgeting and forecasting
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience as a people manager at a similarly fast paced or later-stage tech company with experience managing managers
- Experience sourcing, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding for your team, as well as spotting promising research talent
- Consistent track record of effectively managing people, including developing talent on your teams and recruiting a diverse team that reflects our learners
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills that lead to effective and concrete output
- Experience defining and influencing product strategy
- An understanding and appreciation for the accurate application of data and metrics in UX Research
- Attention to detail
Benefits
- Robust compensation package of base salary and equity
- Duolingo's world-class benefits
- Meaningful work
- Limitless learning opportunities
- Collaboration with world-class minds
- High-quality products
- Mentorship and career development
- Collaboration with leaders in other functions
- Trusted and strategic partner for important decisions
- Thriving culture
- Design and scale the organization
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail and focus on excellence
- Support for employees' holistic well-being
- Equal Employment Opportunity employer