Senior UX Researcher

Linda Werner & Associates•Seattle, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior UX Researcher to support product and experience research across a portfolio of large scale consumer products. This role is ideal for an experienced researcher with a strong quantitative foundation who can lead complex survey research, apply mixed methods when appropriate, and translate research findings into clear recommendations for product teams and senior leadership. The researcher will work within a collaborative research organization, partnering closely with Product, Design, Content, Data Science, and other cross functional stakeholders to identify user needs, evaluate concepts and experiences, and influence product direction.

Requirements

5+ years of UX research or human centered research experience, with senior level experience strongly preferred
Strong quantitative research expertise, particularly designing, fielding, and analyzing large or complex surveys
Strong understanding of core UX research methods and the ability to select the appropriate methodology for the research question
Demonstrated ability to translate research findings into actionable product and design recommendations
Strong stakeholder management and influence skills
Experience presenting research and recommendations to leadership
Prior Meta experience
Bachelor’s degree in Human Computer Interaction, Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

Nice To Haves

Mixed methods research experience with strong qualitative depth
Experience building or managing research trackers
Vendor or research supplier management experience
Experience providing performance feedback to external research partners
Familiarity with AI powered research tools and AI enabled products
Consumer product or messaging research experience, including WhatsApp
Comfortable working with ambiguity and evolving priorities
Curious, collaborative, and receptive to feedback

Responsibilities

Plan and execute end to end UX research using quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods
Design, field, and analyze large scale and complex consumer surveys
Develop research plans, survey instruments, discussion guides, and study materials
Conduct interviews, usability testing, diary studies, concept testing, and other research as appropriate
Analyze and synthesize findings into actionable insights, frameworks, and recommendations
Present research findings through clear, concise reports, readouts, and workshops
Partner closely with Product, Design, Content, Data Science, and other stakeholders
Influence product direction through research and strong stakeholder relationships
Support rapid research cycles that inform iterative product development
Utilize AI tools throughout the research workflow
Navigate ambiguous research questions, data quality challenges, and evolving business priorities