Staff Qualitative Product Researcher, Ads Integrity

Pinterest•Chicago, IL

7d•$145,747 - $300,067•Remote

About The Position

Pinterest is seeking a Staff Qualitative Product Researcher to support its monetization team by scoping and conducting research and uncovering insights that drive product impact. The role focuses on one or more areas of the monetization product and calls for a creative storyteller who can turn research findings into actionable recommendations. Experience in B2B, digital e-commerce, or advertising experiences is advantageous. The researcher will identify knowledge gaps that may affect monetization products, partner with researchers and senior cross-functional stakeholders, and influence product strategy through compelling communication of research findings. The position can be based anywhere in the United States, with in-office attendance for collaboration 1–2 times every six months. It is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience scoping, designing, and conducting end-to-end product research as part of cross-functional product teams, ideally in ad tech, B2B, or enterprise SaaS.
Ability to own and execute end-to-end research while using insights to shape strategy and influence product leaders’ decisions.
Ability to identify key areas and questions for research.
Working knowledge of modern AI tools, such as LLM-based workflows, prompt or prototype tools, and evaluation or QA methods.
Hands-on experience planning and conducting user research for AI-powered products or features, from study design through insights and recommendations.
Broad knowledge of qualitative research methods and ability to select suitable methods for different questions.
Curiosity, self-awareness, humility, and a drive for growth, learning, and sharing knowledge.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and group facilitation skills.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience recruiting and conducting research with businesses or on B2B products.
Advertising experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Scope, prioritize, and execute research using qualitative methodologies for one or more monetization product areas.
Identify and articulate gaps in understanding of supported monetization products that could directly or indirectly affect products.
Collaborate with researchers across Pinterest and build strategic partnerships with senior cross-functional stakeholders in Marketing, Product, Design, and other areas.
Proactively share research findings with product and cross-functional teams, leaders, and other audiences in compelling, actionable, and engaging ways.
Inform and guide product decisions and strategy in the monetization space, including beyond immediate teams.
Plan and conduct user research for AI-powered products or features, from study design through insights and recommendations.