Are you ready to shape the future of user experiences on a global scale? Our client,

Our client is a global technology innovator seeking a senior-level UX Researcher to help shape user experiences at scale. Partnering with Aquent, this role offers the opportunity to influence product strategy and decision-making for products used by millions worldwide. You will be a trusted research leader, driving user-centered and inclusive design practices while collaborating closely with cross-functional partners.

About the role:
This role is for an experienced UX Researcher who excels at uncovering deep user insights and translating them into clear, actionable direction. You will independently lead moderately complex research initiatives, guiding products from early concept through launch. Your work will surface critical user needs, identify business opportunities, and strengthen shared user empathy across teams.

What you’ll do:

• Propose research-driven ideas and recommendations that improve products and services and support strategic, product, and technical decisions

• Champion inclusive research and design practices to ensure products serve diverse user needs

• Guide product strategy by synthesizing user, product, service, and business insights and clearly communicating findings to partners

• Define and use key insights and metrics to measure the impact of products, services, and the broader ecosystem

• Apply strong understanding of business goals, product ecosystems, user trends, and industry context to inform decision-making

• Help set project priorities aligned with larger goals, coordinate resources, and proactively remove blockers

• Conduct research to identify user needs and business opportunities, building shared understanding and empathy across teams

• Anticipate future user needs and research opportunities, adapting methods for large or complex initiatives

• Design and execute qualitative and quantitative research, including frameworks, surveys, and in-depth analyses

• Influence and build alignment around research-backed, user-centered solutions through clear storytelling and stakeholder communication

Required skills and experience:

• Strong experience with interactive technologies

• Deep knowledge of ethical UX research principles and best practices

• Expertise in qualitative and/or quantitative UX research methods

• Thorough understanding of the product development lifecycle

• Strong background in human and user behavior analysis

• Excellent UX storytelling and communication skills

• End-to-end research experience, from planning through reporting

• Proficiency in UX systems thinking

About Aquent Talent:
Aquent Talent connects top marketing, creative, and design talent with leading global brands. Eligible talent receive benefits including subsidized medical, vision, and dental coverage, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with employer match. Aquent is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive teams where diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued.

#LI-DS26

a leading innovator in technology, is seeking a visionary and impactful UX Researcher to join their dynamic team. This is an incredible opportunity to leverage your expertise in qualitative and quantitative research to directly influence product strategy and decision-making for products used by millions worldwide. As a trusted senior member of the team, you’ll drive user-centric thinking, champion inclusive design, and contribute significantly to advancing the field of user experience research, all while partnering with Aquent to find your next great role. **About the Role** We are looking for an expert UX Researcher who thrives on uncovering deep user insights and translating them into actionable strategies. In this pivotal role, you will lead moderately complex research projects with autonomy, guiding product development from concept to launch. Your work will not only identify critical user needs and business opportunities but also foster a shared vision of user empathy across cross-functional teams. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of user experience and making a tangible difference in how people interact with technology, this is the place for you. **What You’ll Do** * Propose innovative ideas to enhance products and services through research-driven insights and recommendations, driving user-centric thinking to collaboratively solve strategic, product, or technological challenges. * Champion inclusive research and design practices, actively promoting the creation of products that serve diverse user needs. * Guide product strategy by analyzing, consolidating, and synthesizing user, product, service, and business needs, communicating comprehensive findings and recommendations to cross-functional partners. * Identify, create, and effectively utilize key insights and metrics to evaluate the impact of products, services, and the broader ecosystem. * Leverage a deep understanding of business goals, product ecosystems, user trends, and industry insights to inform research-driven, user-centric decision-making. * Contribute to developing project priorities aligned with larger goals, coordinating resource allocation, and proactively removing roadblocks to progress. * Conduct research to identify user needs and business opportunities, fostering user empathy and guiding a shared vision and strategy with partners. * Anticipate evolving user needs and research opportunities, adapting research strategies for large or complex projects, and executing comprehensive analyses, including defining qualitative/quantitative frameworks and developing strategic surveys. * Build consensus and influence teams to gain support for research-based, user-centric solutions, effectively communicating insights and recommendations to stakeholders while anticipating challenges. **Required Skills & Experience** * Demonstrated expertise in interactive technology. * Proficiency in ethical UX research principles and practices. * Strong command of UX research methodologies (qualitative and/or quantitative). * In-depth understanding of the product development lifecycle. * Expertise in human/user behavior analysis. * Proven ability in UX storytelling to communicate insights effectively. * Solid understanding of research processes from planning to execution and reporting. * Proficiency in UX systems thinking. **About Aquent Talent:** Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. More information on our awesome benefits! Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

#LI-Onsite