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Collectors Universe Inc.

Director, UX Research

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$163.31 - $267.04/hr

Our services span collectible trading cards, autographs, comic books, coins, video games, event ... Director, UX Research** to join the Customer Insights team at Collectors and lead our UX research ...

Collectorsuniverse

Director, UX Research

$163K - $267K/yr

Our services span collectible trading cards, autographs, comic books, coins, video games, event ... Overview We are looking for a Director, UX Research to join the Customer Insights team at ...

Sleeper

User Research Intern

New York, NY · On-site

$20 - $32/hr

On Sleeper, fans can check scores, play games, chat, share memes, and more. We have over 10 million ... Understand the fundamentals of user research and have a strong attention to detail * Love ...

MMI

UX Architect

Charlotte, NC · On-site

... research, personas, design games, etc.) -Ability to evaluate technology alternatives and make ... generate research and user-testing plans and estimates. -Vast experience with usability ...

MMI

UX Architect

Charlotte, NC · On-site

... research, personas, design games, etc.) -Ability to evaluate technology alternatives and make ... generate research and user-testing plans and estimates. -Vast experience with usability ...

Bungie

Marathon UI/UX Director

OR · On-site +1

You will be accountable to the Assistant Game Director while continuing to drive consistent and ... Research. * Managing UI/UX discipline including defining UI/UX roles, performance expectations ...

BetterUp

Principal UX Researcher

Arlington, VA · On-site

$230K - $320K/yr

But for people with fire in their belly, it's a game-changing, career-defining, soul-lifting move ... We're looking for a Principal UX Researcher, to serve as the most senior researcher on the Product ...

KONAMI GAMING INC

UI/UX Design Engineer III

Las Vegas, NV

$86K - $107K/yr

Konami Gaming is looking for a UI-UX Design Engineer III to join our team! A User Interface (UI) ... Research, design and developing system software in conjunction with the SYNKROS Casino Management ...

Konami Gaming, Inc

UI/UX Design Engineer III

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Konami Gaming is looking for a UI-UX Design Engineer III to join our team! A User Interface (UI) ... Research, design and developing system software in conjunction with the SYNKROS Casino Management ...

Bungie

Marathon UI/UX Director

$222K - $258K/yr

You will be accountable to the Assistant Game Director while continuing to drive consistent and ... Research. * Managing UI/UX discipline including defining UI/UX roles, performance expectations ...

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How much do games user researcher jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for games user 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 games user researcher?

A Games User Researcher studies how players interact with video games to improve usability, engagement, and overall experience. They use methods like playtesting, surveys, and data analysis to identify pain points and suggest design improvements. Their work helps developers create more intuitive and enjoyable games by ensuring player needs are met.

What does a games user researcher do?

A typical day for a Games User Researcher might involve designing and conducting playtests, analyzing gameplay data, and preparing detailed reports on player behavior and feedback. You may collaborate closely with game designers, developers, and artists to refine gameplay features based on research insights. Regular tasks include recruiting participants, facilitating user sessions, and presenting findings to stakeholders. The role offers a blend of independent research and teamwork, with opportunities to impact the final design and usability of video games.

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

To thrive as a Games User Researcher, you need a solid background in psychology, human-computer interaction, or a related field, along with experience in user testing and data analysis. Familiarity with research tools such as eye-tracking software, usability testing platforms, and data visualization tools is often expected. Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills help you translate research findings into actionable recommendations for game development teams. These abilities are crucial for delivering insights that enhance player experience and support the creation of engaging, user-friendly games.

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Opening for UX Researcher - Remote

Russell, Tobin & Associates

Kirkland, WA • On-site

$60 - $70/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Job Title: UX Researcher
Location: Remote
Duration: 12+ Months with potential to extend
Pay Range: $60-$70/Hr on W2 (DOE)
About the Role
We''re seeking an experienced UX Researcher to own and execute research for third-party VR/MR games on leading immersive hardware platforms. You''ll act as the research lead for assigned titles—partnering with external game studios, production, publishing, and the internal UXR team to turn player insight into shipping decisions across the development lifecycle.
Key Projects & Day-to-Day Responsibilities
End-to-End Ownership: Own assigned titles from start to finish—scope questions, write research plans and discussion guides, recruit, moderate, analyze, and deliver reports and readouts, often on a fast turnaround.
Study Execution: Run both 1:1 usability studies and large-N benchmark/measurement studies, both in-lab (in the Seattle or Bellevue areas) and remotely.
Stakeholder Partnership: Partner with production and publishing teams as primary stakeholders—align studies to greenlight/milestone decisions and present insights that shape sourcing, design, and content strategy.
Team Collaboration: Coordinate and collaborate with a shared team research schedule. Seamlessly hand off and take on titles as milestones and priorities shift.
Peer Review: Participate in the peer review of teammates'' research plans and reports.
Logistics Management: Manage research vendors, participants, and overall study logistics, including device/hardware setup and session materials.
Must-Have Skills
1 Research design & study planning - Scope the research questions and design the study -- research plans, discussion guides, recruit specs, and the right method for the milestone (usab
2 In-lab and remote moderation & fielding - Moderate sessions in real time either online or in person with a variety of audience types.
3 Analysis & reporting - Synthesize qual (and quant) data into clear, decision-ready reports and readouts on a fast turnaround, with storytelling that surfaces the friction points that matter to devs and stakeholders.
Nice-to-have Skills
1 VR or PC/Console gaming domain expertise.
2 Quant / benchmark & measurement methods -- large-N benchmarks + survey design/analysis
3 Rapid, AI-assisted reporting workflows -- leveraging AI tools to speed research planning, analysis, and reporting
Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Russell Tobin is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
 
Fair Chance Employment
Russell Tobin is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
 
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us. 
 
Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.
 
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About Russell Tobin

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Russell Tobin is a leading minority-owned professional recruitment and staffing advisory organization. We are comprised of specialized practices focusing on a variety of skill sets and industries. Having a depth and breadth of industry expertise, our subject matter experts are able to provide tailored and swift sourcing solutions to fulfill client hiring needs. In other words, we connect top talent with companies We are the staffing arm of the Pride Global network, a minority-owned integrated human capital solutions firm, with additional offerings in vendor management, payroll programs, and business process optimization.

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Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

2010

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