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Senior UX Researcher

Full-timeUX Researcher$175,000-$191,000 Remote
Health insurance
Paid time off
Home office stipend
Wellness programs
Employee discount programs
Parental leave
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Discord is seeking a Senior User Experience (UX) Researcher to join our team and help us drive user-centered design in our organization. We are looking for someone who can educate and engage cross-functional teams in the benefits of UX research. You have experience conducting research delivering actionable insights quickly to inform product development. You will report to the Manager, UX Research. 

What you'll be doing

  • Plan and conduct mixed methods UX research (e.g., usability testing, interviews, surveys, and analytics) to generate actionable insights that inform product design and development.
  • Collaborate with product managers, designers, engineers, and other stakeholders to integrate research findings into the product development process.
  • Collaborate closely with data science teams to generate comprehensive insights by combining quantitative and qualitative research methods. Utilize this collaborative approach to inform product development decisions, optimize user experiences, and drive data-informed design solutions.
  • Educate and advocate for the importance of user experience research and its benefits to the organization.
  • Prioritize research projects based on business goals, available resources, and the potential for impact.
  • Adapt research methods and approaches to suit the needs and constraints of a tech company.
  • Communicate research findings in a clear, engaging, and actionable manner to stakeholders with diverse backgrounds.
  • Mentor and guide junior UX researchers as needed.

What you should have

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Cognitive Science, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in UX research, with a track record of delivering impactful insights
  • Experience running a UX measurement program to track and analyze key metrics, driving product improvements and enhancing user satisfaction.
  • Proven end-to-end research expertise, encompassing planning, recruitment, interviews, analysis, and reporting.
  • Demonstrated experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and translating those research findings.
  • Strong understanding of various research methods and ability to adapt them to different contexts.
  • Experience with user-centered design.

To apply, please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing your experience in UX research, and examples of past research projects (case studies or portfolio) that demonstrate your research approaches and deliver actionable insights.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $175,000 to $191,000 + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role and level. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include equity, or benefits.

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Benefits and Perks

  • Comprehensive medical insurance including Health, Dental and Vision (plus up to $20,000 for gender affirmation procedures)
  • Mental health resources and quarterly wellness stipends
  • 16+ paid holidays, 4 weeks of PTO + use-what-you-need sick days 
  • Paid parental leave (plus fertility, adoption and other family planning benefits)
  • Flexible long-term work options (remote and hybrid)
  • Volunteer time off
  • A diverse slate of Employee Resource Groups 
  • Plus commuter contributions and other perks for office-based employees

About Us

Discord is a voice, video and text app that helps friends and communities come together to hang out and explore their interests — from artists and activists, to study groups, sneakerheads, plant parents, and more. With 150 million monthly users across 19 million active communities, called servers, Discord has grown to become one of the most popular communications services in the world. Discord was built without selling ads or user data and instead, offers a premium subscription called Nitro that gives users special perks like higher quality streams and fun customizations.

We’re working toward an inclusive world where no one feels like an outsider, where genuine human connection is a click, text chat, or voice call away. A place where everyone can find belonging. Challenging? Heck yes. Rewarding? Double heck yes. It’s a mission that gives us the chance to positively impact millions of people all over the world. So if this strikes a chord with you, come build belonging with us!

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  • What's the salary range for the Senior UX Researcher position?
    The suggested salary for this position is $175,000-$191,000
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    Yes, telecommuting is possible for this position
About Discord
Discord is a VoIP and instant messaging social platform.
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Communities, Gaming
Founded
2015
Size
1K-5K employees

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