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Senior Design Researcher (Web and Mobile)

United States, Seattle 80.00 USD / Hour · Job Posted May 04, 2026
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Our technology client is seeking a Senior Design Researcher to lead high-impact, end-to-end research that shapes digital product strategy across web and native mobile experiences. This is a temporary / contract position. This is a senior individual contributor role with significant influence on product direction, operating at the intersection of user insight, business priorities and technical complexity. This is not a people manager role.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead and scale design research across multiple product areas, from early discovery to post-launch optimization
  • Define research strategy and proactively identify the highest-impact opportunities
  • Drive clarity in ambiguous problem spaces and influence product vision and roadmap decisions
  • Synthesize qualitative and quantitative data into compelling narratives that resonate with executive stakeholders
  • Elevate research practices across teams
  • Facilitate alignment across diverse stakeholders in a large, complex organization

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in UX/design research for digital products (web and mobile)
  • Strong online portfolio showcasing recent design research case studies
  • Track record of influencing product strategy and executive decision-making
  • Experience operating in large-scale, enterprise or consulting-driven environments
  • Deep expertise in mixed-method research and strong product intuition
  • Exceptional communication, storytelling, and stakeholder management skills
  • Proven ability to lead through influence in cross-functional teams

Nice to have

  • Background in consulting or advisory environments
  • Experience in complex, regulated or systems-driven industries
  • Familiarity with experimentation frameworks and data-informed product development

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