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Allied Solutions LLC

UX Researcher

Carmel, IN · On-site

A UX Researcher solves complex problems with simple, elegant solutions. They plan research activities, conduct both qualitative and quantitative research methods, analyze the results, and translate ...

GT Independence

UX Researcher

Chicago, IL · On-site

$90K/yr

The UX Researcher partners with Product Owners, the Director of Product, IT Development, Operations, Support, Third-Party Design Contractor(s), and end users as GTI's design partner to ensure ...

GT Independence

UX Researcher

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$90K/yr

The UX Researcher partners with Product Owners, the Director of Product, IT Development, Operations, Support, Third-Party Design Contractor(s), and end users as GTI's design partner to ensure ...

Starbucks

UX researcher

Seattle, WA · On-site

Now Brewing - UX Researcher, Digital UX & Design! #tobeapartner From the beginning, Starbucks set ... director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 ...

Starbucks

UX researcher

Seattle, WA · On-site

Now Brewing - UX Researcher, Digital UX & Design! #tobeapartner From the beginning, Starbucks set ... director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 ...

GT Independence

UX Researcher

Grand Rapids, MI

$90K/yr

The UX Researcher partners with Product Owners, the Director of Product, IT Development, Operations, Support, Third-Party Design Contractor(s), and end users as GTI's design partner to ensure ...

Allied Solutions LLC

UX Researcher

Carmel, IN

A UX Researcher solves complex problems with simple, elegant solutions. They plan research activities, conduct both qualitative and quantitative research methods, analyze the results, and translate ...

GT Independence

UX Researcher

High Point, NC

$90K/yr

The UX Researcher partners with Product Owners, the Director of Product, IT Development, Operations, Support, Third-Party Design Contractor(s), and end users as GTI's design partner to ensure ...

GT Independence

UX Researcher

High Point, NC · On-site

$90K/yr

The UX Researcher partners with Product Owners, the Director of Product, IT Development, Operations, Support, Third-Party Design Contractor(s), and end users as GTI's design partner to ensure ...

GT Independence

UX Researcher

Chicago, IL · On-site

$90K/yr

The UX Researcher partners with Product Owners, the Director of Product, IT Development, Operations, Support, Third-Party Design Contractor(s), and end users as GTI's design partner to ensure ...

SPECTRAFORCE

User Experience Researcher

Weehawken, NJ · On-site

$45/hr

UX Researcher Location: Weehawken Township, NJ (Hybrid/Onsite) Duration: 18 Months Contract $45/hr on W2 About the Role We are seeking an experienced UX Researcher to help define and drive the future ...

INSPYR Solutions

UX Researcher

Redmond, WA · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

Title: UX Researcher Location: Redmond, WA (5 days a week onsite) Duration: 12 months Compensation: $50-$55/hr Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S. The Audio ...

ACI Infotech

UX Researcher

Hartford, CT · On-site

About the Role The UX Researcher will support the mission by work with CTDS product designers and product managers throughout the entire product development lifecycle, from identifying foundational ...

ACI Infotech

UX Researcher

ROLE: UX Researcher Location: REMOTE DURATION: 1+ Years contract About the Role The UX Researcher will support the mission by work with CTDS product designers and product managers throughout the ...

ACI Infotech

UX Researcher

Role: UX Researcher Duration: 1+ Years Location: Remote Experiences Required for This Role UX Research - At least 3 years of experience and use cases with the following: * Conduct primary and ...

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As of Jul 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for director game user experience researcher in the United States is $117,556.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $169,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Game User Experience Researcher vs Game User Experience Researcher?

AspectDirector Game User Experience ResearcherGame User Experience Researcher
ResponsibilitiesOversees research teams, sets strategic UX goals, manages large-scale projectsConducts user research, analyzes player feedback, supports UX design
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in HCI, Psychology, or related; extensive experienceBachelor's/Master's in relevant fields; some experience preferred
Work EnvironmentLeadership role in game development studios, collaborating with cross-functional teamsHands-on research in game studios or UX teams, often under supervision

The main difference lies in scope and leadership. The Director Game User Experience Researcher leads research teams and sets strategic UX directions, while the Game User Experience Researcher focuses on conducting user research and supporting design efforts. Both roles require relevant credentials and work within the gaming industry, but the director position involves higher-level management and planning responsibilities.

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User Experience Researcher

User Experience Researcher

Futurewave Systems

San Dimas, CA • Remote

Contractor

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Founded in 2006, Futurewave Systems is a minority owned boutique, STAFFING & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PROVIDER headquartered in Atlanta, GA. We are a GLOBAL NETWORK of proven industry professionals demonstrating the fastest fulfillment rate of high tech professionals for Fortune 500 Companies. 

Job Description
  1. The User Researcher works closely with UX Designers and Project Stakeholders to propose and conduct user research activities consisting of Strategic and Tactical studies.
  2. The User researcher is responsible for coordinating, planning, executing, and reporting on User Experience Research activities across numerous ADP products, services and platforms.
  3. These activities include, but are not limited to task-based testing, card sorting, surveys, focus groups, 1:1 interviews, task analysis, field and crowd sourcing, remote moderated testing, remote unmoderated testing, prototype testing, persona creation/evolution/weighting, recruiting, etc. across platforms and user groups for complex web and mobile applications.
  4. This individual, working closely with stakeholders, identifies the appropriate user experience research methods/activities for each project and is responsible for designing, planning, conducting, and communicating results of related research studies at all organizational levels with the highest quality.
  5. The User Researcher also investigates and evaluates User Experience Research trends in the industry and communicates recommendations to the enterprise team aimed at enhancing UX processes, incorporating new or innovative ideas, increasing research velocity/value/efficacy and/or recommending new methodologies and tools as appropriate.
  6. This individual acts as an internal UX Research consultant, providing expert guidance on user experience research to Development, Product Management and other stakeholders in order to ensure data driven / informed design.
  7. The User Researcher works in a multidisciplinary environment, and in a collaborative fashion, on user experience research activities throughout the software development lifecycle of applications with numerous research initiatives occurring concurrently.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Strong background in user experience research with software, web, B2B, B2C, and/or mobile applications leveraging usability techniques that include some or all of the following: iterative/formative discovery, remote usability testing, heuristic evaluation, task analysis, surveys, focus groups, persona definition, field research, crowd-sourcing, etc.

Experience with Morae, Qualtrics, Usuara, and /or iRise Studio and other research or prototyping tools is highly desirable. Knowledge and experience in Information Architecture, User Interface Design and Visual Design along with related best practices is also desirable. Experience and past success performing UX Research within an Agile SDLC is preferred. 

Qualifications

Advanced degree in HF/HCI or a related discipline or equivalent experience required.

5-8 years of experience working in the user experience research field within a fast-paced software development environment

Skills Matrix:

Task based testing

Card-sorting

Surveys

Focus groups

1:1 interviews

Task analysis

Field and crowd sourcing

Remote Moderated Testing

Remote un-moderated testing

Prototype Testing

Persona creation/evolution/weighting

Recruiting, etc. across platforms and user groups for complex web and mobile applications

Tools:

user experience research with software, web, B2B, B2C, and/or mobile applications

Highly Desired:

Morae, Qualtrics, Usuara, and /or iRise Studio and other research or prototyping tools

Experience and past success performing UX Research within an Agile SDLC is preferred

Additional Information

6+ Months Contract 

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