Burlinegame, CA (Remote, with occasional onsite requirements)
12‑24 month contract
Pay Range: $60‑$65/hour
We are seeking a highly skilled and versatile Senior Mixed Methods UX Researcher to join our team. This role blends hands‑on execution with strategic product influence, leveraging both qualitative and quantitative research to guide the development of consumer and business‑facing products. The ideal candidate has experience leading end‑to‑end research, building roadmaps, and shaping product strategy, while thriving in fast‑paced, multidisciplinary environments.
Responsibilities
- Scope study objectives, research questions, and methods aligned with product team needs, leveraging a range of qualitative and quantitative approaches (e.g., surveys, interviews, usability testing, diary studies).
- Collaborate closely with designers, PMs, engineers, and other researchers to integrate insights throughout the product lifecycle — from formative exploration through iterative prototyping to evaluative validation.
- Own end‑to‑end research execution, including study design, participant recruitment, moderation, analysis, and reporting.
- Develop and execute research roadmaps that align with business and product goals.
- Translate research findings into clear, actionable insights that inform product direction, go‑to‑market strategy, and long‑term vision.
- Manage and provide feedback on external vendor research to augment internal capabilities.
- Communicate results through compelling storytelling — tailoring insights for executives, product teams, and diverse stakeholders.
- Mentor peers and junior researchers, fostering a culture of rigor, collaboration, and impact.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of applied UX research experience, ideally across both consumer‑facing and B2B/advertiser‑facing products.
- BA/BS (required) or advanced degree (preferred) in Human‑Computer Interaction, Psychology, Human Factors, Cognitive Science, or a related field.
- Proven expertise in a wide range of research methods, with strong ability to choose and apply the right method at the right stage of the product cycle.
- Strong analytical skills with experience leveraging both qualitative insights and quantitative data to drive decisions.
- Excellent communication and storytelling skills — able to distill complex findings into clear, actionable insights that resonate across audiences.
- Ability to operate with autonomy, balance multiple priorities, and thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
- Experience building and managing research roadmaps, as well as collaborating with or managing external vendors.
- Demonstrated success influencing product strategy and delivering research that drives measurable business impact.
Benefits
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Health Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Business Travel Insurance
- 401(k), Plus Match
- Weekly Pay
About Experis
Experis, a division of ManpowerGroup®, is a leading global workforce solutions company. We help organizations transform by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing talent across more than 75 countries and territories. Our diverse brands—including Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells—create substantial value for candidates and clients for over 70 years.