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Pillar Technology

Experience Architect

Detroit, MI · Remote

Knowledge and experience in ethnographic user research (contextual inquiry), usability, and UX ... Experience working with and conducting remote user testing, survey research, usability testing ...

Diverse Lynx LLC

User Researcher

Newark, NJ · Remote

$60/hr

... scenario studies, contextual inquiry, diary studies, task analysis, heuristic evaluation ... Hands-on experience with the following methods: lab-based user testing, remote testing, field ...

52 Limited

User Experience Researcher

Richmond, VA · Remote

... contextual inquiry Work closely with designers, PMs, and engineers to frame research questions and ... Remote (U.S.-based) Duration: Ongoing (long-term part-time) Why Work with our Client: Our client is ...

52 Limited

User Experience Researcher

Manhattan, NY · Remote

... contextual inquiry Work closely with designers, PMs, and engineers to frame research questions and ... Remote (U.S.-based) Duration: Ongoing (long-term part-time) Why Work with our Client: Our client is ...

Amaze Systems

User Experience Designer

Issaquah, WA · Remote

... contextual inquiry, field research, and surveys.Experience with planning and executing usability ... Remote working allowed and availability during Pacific (PST) hours.Recommended: Experience ...

Blenderbox

User Researcher [Contract]

... contextual inquiry, and evaluative usability testing * Engage stakeholders and users across ... Excellent facilitation skills, particularly in remote and cross-functional settings * Strong ...

For People

Senior UX Researcher (Contract)

Arlington, VA · Remote

$90 - $110/hr

Our entire team is remote across the United States, from the West Coast to the East Coast. There ... Strong qualitative methods such as stakeholder interviews, contextual inquiry, persona development ...

AeroVect

... testing, contextual inquiry, and operator shadowing * Translate research findings into design ... Experience designing for teleoperations, remote assistance, fleet management, or other real-time ...

Seeq

UX Designer, Workflow Systems

Strong qualitative research skills, including contextual inquiry and the ability to learn from ... Benefits Seeq is a remote-first (only) company founded by serial entrepreneurs. Our executive team ...

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As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote contextual inquiry in the United States is $144,375.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $132,000.00 and $161,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Contextual Inquiry vs Remote User Researcher?

AspectRemote Contextual InquiryRemote User Researcher
CredentialsTypically requires UX or design background, familiarity with research methodsRequires similar credentials, often with additional expertise in research analysis
Work EnvironmentConducts interviews and observations remotely, often in users' natural settingsPerforms various research activities remotely, including surveys, interviews, and data analysis
Industry UsageCommon in UX design, product development, and human-centered designUsed across tech, e-commerce, and software industries for user insights

Remote Contextual Inquiry focuses on observing users in their natural environment to gather contextual insights, while Remote User Researcher conducts broader research activities to understand user needs and behaviors. Both roles require similar skills but differ in methods and scope.

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Experience Architect

Pillar Technology

Detroit, MI • Remote

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Pillar Technology is looking for an Experience Architect to add to our growing team.  The Experience Architect will collaborate with software developers, experience designers, product managers as well as a variety of stakeholders, to research, design and develop compelling digital experiences for our clients. Pillar Technology prides itself on being the premier provider of Digital Experience consulting and development.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Advocate on behalf of the end user throughout research, design and development, working alongside developers, product managers, delivery leaders, analysts and other stakeholders who, may or may not have experience with a user-centered product development approach.
  • Plan, conduct and moderate user research for clients, both qualitative and quantitative, and utilize research data generated from both primary and secondary sources.
  • Synthesize research results into actionable insights and drive concept development including such methods as contextual inquiry, ethnographic research, persona and scenario development, and structured ideation.
  • Work alongside software developers to use research to define and prioritize product requirements.
  • Develop mockups, wireframes, and clickable prototypes for rapid, iterative design, using iterative testing methods to enhance usability and customer value during both design and development.
  • Work alongside Experience Designers and Delivery Leaders to give direction and lead the planning of the experience team. Provide high-level direction for the development of a world-class digital experience.
Required Skills/Knowledge/Experience:
  • Bachelor's in Interaction Design, Graphic Design, HCI, Psychology, Human-Computer Interaction, Interaction Design, Human Factors, or equivalent.
  • 5+ years as a key member of a DX, UX or design team participating in the complete product development lifecycle of successfully launched digital products or applications.
  • Knowledge and experience in ethnographic user research (contextual inquiry), usability, and UX design methods with a focus on human-computer interaction for digital products.
  • Success in working with end-users, customers, product management, and developers.
  • Ability to guide experience development with a multifunctional team and to adapt to changes in business, product, organization, or individual needs.
  • Clear understanding of usability and web standards.
  • Experience working with and conducting remote user testing, survey research, usability testing, task analysis, and heuristic reviews.
  • Strong portfolio of work demonstrating experience planning for mobile apps, web applications or software, ability to turn data into knowledge, and communicating in multifunctional team projects
  • Demonstrated experience with design thinking, white board facilitation, research planning, prototyping, and user research.
  • Competency with UI design standards, heuristic analyses/expert review, prototyping, and wireframing.
  • Experience planning and conducting user research, including usability testing.
  • Experience working with Agile teams, and creating artifacts such as personas, story maps, user stories, etc. and working within an iterative, agile culture.
  • Experience with tools like Axure, Sketch, InvisionApp and other research, prototyping and/or information architecture tools desired.
  • Portfolio with examples of user experience artifacts, creative process, user research and examples of end products and experiences desired.
Pillar Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We strongly support diversity in the workplace. 

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