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Lead the most complex, ambiguous, and highest-stakes research studies, setting the standard for research excellence and directly shaping product vision at the organisational level
Drive user-centered decision-making at the executive level, influencing directors and VPs and ensuring user needs are embedded in the long-term product and business strategy
Partner cross-functionally at a strategic level with product, design, engineering, data science, and marketing to identify high-impact research opportunities and align insights to business priorities
Integrate diverse data sources — qualitative and quantitative research, behavioral data, and market intelligence — to build cohesive, evidence-based perspectives on user experience
Leverage AI tools thoughtfully across the research workflow while applying critical review to ensure outputs are accurate
Define standards for responsible AI use in research, establishing frameworks that the broader team adopts and that position Mozilla as a leader in ethical AI-assisted research practice
Elevate the research practice by setting the methodological bar, identifying capability gaps across the team, and mentoring Staff researchers and below
Requirements:
8+ years of applied research work experience (or equivalent), including strategic research leadership in complex organizations, with at least 6 years in the tech/SaaS industry
Extensive experience leading both evaluative and generative research across multiple phases of the product development lifecycle
Demonstrated success operating in fast-paced, agile environments, adapting to shifting priorities while maintaining research impact
Deep expertise in qualitative methods (e.g., interviews, concept testing, usability studies) and practical experience with quantitative approaches (e.g., survey design, data analysis)
Exceptional judgment in setting research priorities at the program level, making trade-offs across multiple concurrent workstreams, and advising other researchers on method, scope, and strategic framing
Deep, current knowledge of AI tools used in research workflows, with the expertise to evaluate their outputs critically, define organizational standards for their use, and guide the team in applying them responsibly and effectively
Recognized as an internal expert in research methodology, with the ability to introduce novel approaches, advance the field, and advise others where standard methods fall short
Collaborative and influential communicator, skilled at building partnerships with cross-functional teams and driving alignment through evidence-based insights
Experienced in supporting iterative, user-centered product development, ensuring research continuously informs design and strategy
Commitment to our values: Welcoming differences
Being relationship-minded
Practicing responsible participation
Having grit
What we offer:
Generous performance-based bonus plans to all eligible employees
Rich medical, dental, and vision coverage
Generous retirement contributions with 100% immediate vesting (regardless of whether you contribute)
Quarterly all-company wellness days where everyone takes a pause together
Country specific holidays plus a day off for your birthday
One-time home office stipend
Annual professional development budget
Quarterly well-being stipend
Considerable paid parental leave
Employee referral bonus program
Other benefits (life/AD&D, disability, EAP, etc. - varies by country)