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Jobtailor

$90 - $130/hr

Experience applying human factors methods, including user research, task analysis, use-related risk analysis, and usability testing * Knowledge of IEC 62366-1, FDA Human Factors Guidance, ANSI/AAMI ...

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Launchpad Labor & HCM

Product Designer

Plano, TX

$100K - $120K/yr

You'll contribute to the product design lifecycle--from discovery and concepting to prototyping, usability testing, and design refinement--ensuring the final experience is cohesive across features ...

ODK Media

QA & Usability Intern (Unpaid)

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Support usability sessions: task design, note-taking, synthesis into short findings reports * Join ... Nice to have: beta-testing or bug-bounty experience, research-methods coursework, familiarity with ...

Keypixel Software Solutions

UX Designer

Chicago, IL · On-site

Usability Testing & Card Sorting * Wireframing & Prototyping * Figma / Adobe Creative Suite * Agile / Lean UX * Design Thinking & Information Architecture * Strong Stakeholder Communication & UX ...

Virtusa Corporation

Tech Lead

New York, NY · On-site

This role blends user research, interaction design, and usability testing to create intuitive, data-driven digital experiences. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with Product Owners ...

Intuitive

Human Factors Analyst

Peachtree Corners, GA · On-site

In the role of usability tester, the HF engineer ensures new products are safe, easy to use, and easy to learn by analyzing risks, and developing and executing Human Factors testing. The Human ...

Stem Xpert

NJ

$116K/yr

Analyzing data from reporting and also data retrieved from Usability Testing Tools from Survey Monkey, OpinonLabs, Foresee, usertesting.com, Customer or User Focus Groups, Optimal workshops. Retail ...

Zebra Technologies

L2 Design Researcher

Holtsville, NY · On-site

$86K - $129K/yr

  • Medical

  • PTO

Prepares and runs usability testing of UX concepts and software solutions to ensure they meet user and customer needs, while also conducting customer research activities to better understand user ...

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How much do usability testing jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for usability testing in the United States is $106,377.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,500.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is usability testing?

A Usability Testing job involves evaluating digital products, such as websites, apps, or software, to ensure they are user-friendly and easy to navigate. Usability testers observe real users interacting with a product, identify pain points, and provide feedback to improve the overall user experience. This role may involve conducting surveys, interviews, and usability sessions, analyzing results, and collaborating with designers and developers to implement improvements. The goal is to enhance functionality, accessibility, and ease of use for the target audience.

What does a typical usability testing process look like?

A typical usability testing process involves planning test scenarios based on user requirements, recruiting and scheduling participants, moderating tests either in-person or remotely, and collecting both qualitative and quantitative feedback. You’ll often work closely with designers, product managers, and developers to ensure that the tests align with project goals and to relay user insights that inform design decisions. After testing concludes, you'll analyze the data, identify pain points, and present findings through detailed reports or presentations to your team. Collaboration and continuous communication are key, as your feedback directly impacts how products and features are refined to enhance user satisfaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in usability testing, and why are they important?

To thrive in Usability Testing, you need a strong understanding of user experience (UX) principles, attention to detail, and analytical skills, often supported by a background in design, psychology, or human-computer interaction. Familiarity with usability testing tools such as UserTesting, Optimal Workshop, and remote testing platforms is often required, along with knowledge of survey software and analytics tools. Excellent communication, empathy, and the ability to interpret user behavior are critical soft skills in this position. These competencies are essential to accurately assess product usability, provide actionable feedback, and effectively communicate findings to development teams.

How to become a usability testing?

To become a usability tester, develop skills in user experience, human-computer interaction, or related fields, and gain experience with usability testing tools and methodologies. Many testers have backgrounds in design, psychology, or IT, and certifications like Certified Usability Analyst (CUA) can enhance credibility. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential for conducting effective tests and reporting findings.

What does a usability testing do?

A usability tester evaluates how effectively users can interact with a product or website by observing their behavior and collecting feedback. They identify usability issues, suggest improvements, and often use tools like surveys or screen recordings to analyze user experience. This role helps ensure the product is user-friendly and meets user needs.
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Infographic showing various Usability Testing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,377 per year, or $51.1 per hour.

CX Strategy lead - 6-month contract to hire

Motion Recruitment

Boston, MA • On-site

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Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

This is a contract UX/UI Designer role supporting a public-facing digital platform used by a large and diverse user base. The position is hybrid within the Boston Area and embedded within a small, collaborative design group. The focus of the role is on user research, usability testing, and high-fidelity interface design, with heavy use of Figma and modern accessibility standards. This is a short-term contract engagement with consistent weekly hours.

This role is ideal for a designer who enjoys owning meaningful research-driven work and seeing their designs quickly move into production. You’ll work closely with product partners, engineers, researchers, and senior stakeholders to improve real-world digital experiences that impact a broad audience. The work emphasizes thoughtful problem-solving, accessibility, and facilitation. Offering a strong opportunity to deepen experience in service design, usability testing, and design systems while maintaining solid work-life balance.


Contract Duration

Approximately 5–6 months with a high probability of extension 


Required Skills & Experience

  • 3+ years of experience in UX/UI or digital product design

  • Strong experience planning and running usability testing

  • Advanced proficiency with Figma, including high-fidelity prototyping

  • Working knowledge of WCAG accessibility standards

  • Ability to synthesize research findings into actionable design recommendations

  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams


Desired Skills & Experience

  • Background working in complex or highly regulated environments

  • Experience contributing to or maintaining a design system

  • Comfort facilitating design workshops and stakeholder sessions

  • Familiarity with collaboration tools such as Miro

  • Strong systems-thinking and service-design mindset


What You Will Be Doing

  • Conducting and facilitating usability tests for web-based applications and content

  • Translating research insights into accessible, user-centered UI solutions

  • Designing and iterating on wireframes and production-ready interfaces

  • Contributing components and patterns to an existing design system

  • Reviewing UX/UI work produced by partner teams

  • Collaborating with product, engineering, data, and policy stakeholders


Tech Breakdown

  • 60% UX/UI Design & Prototyping (Figma)

  • 25% User Research & Usability Testing

  • 15% Design System Contributions & Documentation


Daily Responsibilities

  • 75% Hands-on design and research work

  • 15% Stakeholder collaboration and facilitation

  • 10% Documentation, reviews, and design system updates

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