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Canada, Waterloo ▼
Toronto

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IT - Software Development

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Job Description:

At McAfee, we’re committed to creating secure, intuitive, and delightful experiences for millions of users worldwide. As a UX Researcher, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping product experiences by uncovering insights that drive design and business decisions. We are looking for a Researcher who is passionate about understanding users and translating insights into impactful experiences. You will bring a mix of technical expertise, design knowledge, and strong communication skills to the team.

Job Responsibility:

Collaborate closely with interaction designers, content strategists, product managers, marketers
Plan and conduct lightweight prototype testing to evaluate design assumptions and reduce risk prior to development
Apply statistical methods to interpret research findings and ensure reliability and significance
Apply event tracking and funnel analysis to production environments to detect friction and inform design refinements
Design and execute light qualitative studies (e.g., interviews, usability tests) to complement quantitative findings
Translate complex data into clear, actionable recommendations that influence product design

Requirements:

4+ years of proven experience in UX research within software or digital product environments
Proficiency in inferential statistics and ability to structure controlled experiments
Experience with tools like Excel, R, or Python for running basic analyses
Experience analyzing user journeys and conversion funnels to identify friction points and optimize engagement
Strong understanding of UX principles and design heuristics
Experience conducting top-down qualitative analyses aligned with research objectives
Familiarity with triangulating findings using multiple data sources
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Skilled at fostering alignment within your team and stakeholders

What we offer:

Bonus Program
Pension and Retirement Plans
Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Support for Community Involvement
Variety of social programs
Flexible work hours
Family-friendly benefits

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 08, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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