Agoda
Agoda is hiring: Senior Quantitative User Experience Researcher (Frontend) (Bang
Agoda, Los Angeles, CA, US, 90079
Senior Quantitative User Experience Researcher (Frontend) (Bangkok-based, Relocation provided) Join to apply for the Senior Quantitative User Experience Researcher (Frontend) role at Agoda.
About Agoda: Agoda is an online travel booking platform for accommodations, flights, and more. We build and deploy cutting-edge technology that connects travelers with a global network of hotels, flights, activities, and more. Based in Asia and part of Booking Holdings, our employees represent diverse nationalities across markets, fostering a work environment that emphasizes diversity, creativity, and collaboration. We innovate through a culture of experimentation and ownership to enhance the customer travel experience.
Role overview Senior UX Researchers have the breadth and depth of research method skills applicable to a wide range of questions, and over time develop standout areas of research excellence. A long track record and documented success in both research and organizational impact is characteristic of this role. The ability to integrate research into the work of colleagues in other roles helps achieve outsized impact from research efforts. This position emphasizes turning research into a strategic asset for Agoda's decisions and processes.
Qualifications Masters Degree or PhD or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Information Science, Psychology, Social Science, or related field
10+ years of relevant experience in consumer-facing business domains
Expert in quantitative research (log analysis, metrics triangulation, survey design, sampling, crosstabs, statistical concepts, etc.)
Experience with qualitative methods and user-centered design (interviews, diary studies, direct observation, think-aloud usability testing, etc.)
Comfortable with planning, scoping, conducting, analyzing and communicating research
Experience evaluating, negotiating, and working with external research vendors
Ability to describe user problems and business opportunities to stakeholders using quantitative and qualitative data
Strong critical thinking beyond business requests
Excellent storytelling and communication skills in English, able to speak with business, product teams, designers, engineers, and other stakeholders
Enjoys collaborative work in a dynamic, data-driven, and creative environment
Responsibilities Conducts research end-to-end for high impact, guiding stakeholders to collaborate effectively with research toward their goals
Initiates research efforts aligned with product vertical goals in the medium and long term
Formulates programs of study and knowledge sharing relevant to strategic objectives
Leads projects through collaboration with other stakeholders
Assesses pros and cons of various research methodologies and mentors others in using techniques and tools
Expertise in evaluating research opportunities, especially with ambiguous requests, and shaping solid projects or programs
Delivers excellent project execution while exploring alternative methods and mixed-method approaches
Triangulates findings across methods to ensure reliability and depth of insight
Maximizes value and efficiency of research by applying secondary research and expert inspection methods
Proficient with standard research software tools and applies the right tool to the problem
Upholds GDPR, data compliance and ethics in all activities
Collaboration & Communication Drives cross-discipline collaboration via research insights
Collaborates with other researchers and disciplines with shared ownership
Communicates clearly with tailored messaging for different audiences
Contributes to standards of research excellence across the organization
Employment details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Information Technology
Industries: Technology, Information and Internet
Equal opportunity Equal Opportunity Employer. Agoda is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, regardless of sex, age, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship, veteran or military status, or other protected characteristics. Applications may be kept on file for future vacancies unless requested otherwise. Privacy policy applies.
Note: This description reflects the role as described and includes relevant qualifications, responsibilities, and corporate statements. This posting is for recruiting purposes and includes information about relocation where applicable.
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