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Photon

UX Researcher | Texas

Irving, TX

The UX Researcher will be an integral part of the research and design process across several digital products and concepts. You will work collaboratively with UX Research Team, UX/UI Design Teams ...

Photon

UX Researcher | Texas

Irving, TX · On-site

The UX Researcher will be an integral part of the research and design process across several digital products and concepts. You will work collaboratively with UX Research Team, UX/UI Design Teams ...

Absurd Ventures

Lead Game UX/UI Designer

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$150K - $190K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As the Lead Game UI/UX Designer, you will be responsible for creating intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces that enhance the overall player experience. You will have a direct impact on how ...

Workiva, Inc.

Staff User Experience Researcher

  • Retirement

The Staff UX Researcher will also plan, conduct, analyze, and communicate results from qualitative, quantitative, and experimental studies that investigate users, their needs, motivations, and ...

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Workiva, Inc.

Staff User Experience Researcher

Ames, IA · On-site +1

  • Retirement

The Staff UX Researcher will also plan, conduct, analyze, and communicate results from qualitative, quantitative, and experimental studies that investigate users, their needs, motivations, and ...

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Collabera

UX Researcher

Boston, MA

Title: Senior UX Researcher Location: Boston, MA / Eden Prairie, MN / Rocky Hill, CT Duration: 6 month (possible contract to hire) Manager's Note: * This resource will create the research plans ...

Akidev Corporation

UX Researcher III

Redmond, WA · On-site

US - WA - Redmond Job Title: UI/UX - UX Researcher III Top 3 must-have HARD skills: (1) Strong foundation in quantitative research (with qualitative fluency), especially experimental design ...

Kforce Technology Staffing

Senior UX Researcher

Boston, MA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As an employee in the Senior UX Researcher role, you will play a critical part in ensuring our products and services are designed with the user in mind. You will lead research initiatives, evaluate ...

TEKsystems

Sr UX Researcher

Greensboro, NC

$80 - $85/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Senior UX Researcher will provide embedded, pragmatic research that quickly identifies where experiences break down, what users need, and what improvements will deliver measurable impact. This ...

Apex Informatics

UX Researcher

Mountain View, CA · On-site

UX Researcher Onsite in MTV Workflow Requirement: Speech is looking for a Qualitative UXR to help manage a monthly usability session, from recruiting to reading out the final report, and all steps in ...

Absurd Ventures

Lead Game UX/UI Designer

Santa Monica, CA

$150K - $190K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As the Lead Game UI/UX Designer, you will be responsible for creating intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces that enhance the overall player experience. You will have a direct impact on how ...

Conga

Staff UX Researcher

Boston, TX

Staff UX Researcher Location: Houston, TX; Boston, MA (Hybrid) Reports to: Manager, User Experience Design A quick snapshot... As a Staff UX Researchers at Conga, you'll operate at the intersection ...

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Staffingine LLC

UX Designer & UX Researcher

Spring, TX · On-site

Job Title: UX Designer & UX Researcher Job Location: Spring, TX Job Type: Contract * Conduct end-to-end UX research including user interviews, usability testing, surveys, and persona development

Clay

Contract UX Researcher

We're looking for a Contract UX Researcher to join our team on a project basis and help shape the user experience of products for some of the world's leading brands. You'll work closely with ...

Allegis Group

Senior UX Researcher

Hanover, MD · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Allegis Group is looking for a mixed-methods Senior UX Researcher with deep experience working in enterprise environments and leading high-impact research that informs product strategy, service ...

Addison Group

Senior UX Researcher & Designer

Fort Worth, TX · Remote

$110K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Senior UX Researcher & Designer Location: Fort Worth, TX (Hybrid) Schedule: Hybrid | Remote Monday & Friday | Onsite Tuesday-Thursday Salary: $110,000-$130,000 + Bonus + Employee Ownership Program ...

Accenture LLP

UX Researcher

Arlington, VA · On-site

$91K - $184K/yr

Bachelor's degree in human behavior or related field, or equivalent experience * 4+ years of CX/UX research experience, planning and running studies in person and remotely * Experience training or ...

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How much do game user experience researcher jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for game user experience researcher in the United States is $113,102.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $154,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a game user experience researcher?

A Game User Experience (UX) Researcher studies how players interact with games to improve usability, engagement, and overall experience. They use methods like playtesting, surveys, interviews, and data analysis to understand player behaviors and preferences. Their insights help developers refine game mechanics, UI design, and difficulty balance. By focusing on player needs, they ensure games are enjoyable, accessible, and intuitive.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a game user experience researcher?

To thrive as a Game User Experience Researcher, you need a strong background in user research methodologies, psychology, human-computer interaction, and often a relevant degree such as in cognitive science or UX design. Familiarity with data analysis tools, usability testing software, and sometimes certifications in UX research or game development are typically required. Strong analytical thinking, communication skills, and empathy help you translate player feedback into actionable insights and collaborate effectively with design teams. These skills and qualities are essential to ensure games are engaging, accessible, and enjoyable for diverse audiences.

What does a game user experience researcher do?

As a Game User Experience Researcher, your daily tasks often include planning and conducting user playtests, analyzing player feedback and behavior, and creating detailed reports that inform game design decisions. You may also develop surveys, run interviews or focus groups, and work closely with designers, developers, and product managers to identify areas for improvement. Regular collaboration with cross-functional teams ensures that the end user’s perspective is integrated throughout the game development process. This role offers variety and continuous learning opportunities as you help shape player experiences from concept through to release.

How to become a game user experience researcher?

To become a game user experience researcher, typically a bachelor's degree in psychology, human-computer interaction, or a related field is required, often complemented by experience in game design or usability testing. Developing skills in research methods, data analysis, and familiarity with tools like surveys and usability testing software is essential, and some roles may prefer a master's degree or specialized certifications in UX research.
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UX Researcher | Texas

Photon

Irving, TX

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

The UX Researcher will be an integral part of the research and design process across several digital products and concepts. You will work collaboratively with UX Research Team, UX/UI Design Teams, Product & Marketing Strategy Teams, UI Developers, and Prototypers to provide consistent and top-quality analysis to inform the strategic direction of content and designs, conduct UX Research across multiple platforms and channels, and support the evolution of the group's overall strategy

As a UX Researcher, you will be tasked with conducting and coordinating research from discovery to competitive analysis with existing products and aid in the overall product development lifecycle. You will be expected to thrive in a rapidly changing startup environment to define/shape the User Research discipline while creatively and resourcefully problem-solving through a myriad of constraints. As a UX Researcher you will be responsible for conducting research, scheduling and managing research projects and delivering actionable insights for a variety of digital financial projects. In a nutshell, we want to out-distance the competition and vastly improve any customer tool, application, and interface we touch. A successful candidate will be able to work closely with the overall research team, understand research and deliverable needs, provide compelling analysis with actionable recommendations, and navigate cultural nuances, as well as integrate seamlessly with the GCT team. 

Responsibilities:

1) Work with the research team to understand Design team questions and problems and translate them into a testable hypothesis, complete with a specific method and tasks that illuminate the heart of the issue.
2) Prioritize research asks and timelines across domains with research schedules.
3) Provide design recommendations with firm conviction and a gentle touch, while carefully reading people so you'll always know the right balance of each.
4) Perform other miracles and mythic feats as assigned, then figure out what else needs to be done.

Qualifications:

Must Have's: 

1) Bachelor's Degree in UX-related field of study or Communications or Business equivalent
1-2 years of UX research experience with an emphasis on generating well thought out, thorough, yet concise deliverables with actionable recommendations
2) Working knowledge of user experience research tools and techniques (e.g. expert reviews, usability testing, benchmarking, competitive/comparative analysis, rapid iterative testing, etc.), and knowing the strengths and weaknesses of each.
3) Independently scope and plan a research program (can include multiple projects with multiple related studies), consulting with relevant stakeholders and team members.
4) Ability to connect research findings from multiple projects/sources and provide insights on a higher order
5) Confidently apply a range of frameworks to synthesize and solve research problems
6) Strong understanding of user interface design practices and principles a must, better still if you can demonstrate experience relating to research
7) Strong communication, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving skills required. Your ability to demonstrate success in these areas should quickly become obvious.
8) Ability to communicate research results, graphically depict data orally and in writing.
9) Ability to work independently, in a team, and with or without direction is imperative.

Nice to Have's:

1) Degree in related field 
2) Related experience in another field such as interactive design, information architecture, and/or market research is a plus.
3) Knowledge of UserZoom, Adobe Connect, Sketch, InVision or other research and prototyping tools are additionally advantageous

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