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Senior UX Researcher, Consumer Product

Reddit
Location
Remote - United States
Posted
23 days ago
Department
Product Design
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Master’s degree, Ph.D., or equivalent experience in Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Behavioral Science, Sociology, Cognitive Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field
  • 6+ years of experience conducting consumer-focused UX research, preferably as an embedded researcher on a product team
  • Deep expertise in qualitative research methods and strong judgment about when to apply different methods across the product development lifecycle
  • Fluency with mixed-methods research, including the ability to connect qualitative insights with quantitative data, product metrics, survey findings, or experimentation results
  • Demonstrated experience influencing product strategy and driving product or user experience impact through research
  • Strong product sense, including comfort working with engagement metrics, experimentation, tradeoffs, and ambiguous product questions
What the job really is

As a Senior UX Researcher at Reddit, you will lead research initiatives to enhance the core consumer experiences on the platform. Your role involves studying user behaviors and motivations, conducting qualitative research, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to inform product strategy and decisions. You will translate research findings into actionable insights that help improve user engagement and experience.

Benefits
  • Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits and Income Replacement Programs
  • 401k with Employer Match
  • Global Benefit programs that fit your lifestyle, from workspace to professional development to caregiving support
  • Family Planning Support
  • Gender-Affirming Care
  • Mental Health & Coaching Benefits
Things to weigh
  • Base salary range is specified as $167,500 — $234,500 USD, but final offer amounts may vary based on multiple factors.
  • Interviews may be recorded and summarized by AI, with an option to opt out.
  • The posting mentions that it may span more than one career level, which could imply varying expectations for different candidates.
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