Our purpose is to positively impact people’s lives every day in every home around the world! We work very hard to provide our consumers with high-quality, exciting 5-star products that make life easier. We thrive on passion and innovation and are looking for great people, with great ideas, who want to build the next big thing and develop while they do.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and analytical UX/UI Researcher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in user experience and interface research, with a passion for understanding user behaviors and improving product usability.
This role will be based in Needham, MA.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct User Research: Perform qualitative and quantitative research to understand user needs, behaviors, and pain points through methods such as interviews, surveys, and usability testing.
- Analyze Data: Analyze research data to generate insights and recommendations that inform design decisions and improve user experience.
- Create User Personas: Develop detailed user personas and journey maps to guide design and development teams.
- Collaborate with Teams: Work closely with UX/UI designers, product managers, and developers to ensure research findings are integrated into the design process.
- Design and Test Prototypes: Assist in creating wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes, and conduct usability testing to gather feedback and iterate on designs.
- Present Findings: Present research findings and design recommendations to stakeholders, ensuring that user insights are effectively communicated and understood.
- Maintain Research Documentation: Document research methodologies, findings, and design iterations to ensure transparency and consistency within the team.
- Stay Updated with Trends: Keep abreast of the latest UX/UI research trends, tools, and technologies to bring innovative ideas and solutions to the team.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a UX/UI Researcher with a strong portfolio showcasing research projects and outcomes.
- Solid understanding of user-centered design principles and research methodologies.
- Proficiency in research and design tools such as Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, or similar.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
- Up-to-date with the latest UX/UI trends, techniques, and technologies.
- BS/MS in Human-Computer Interaction, Interaction Design, Psychology, or a related field.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in the Consumer Goods industry.
- Familiarity with agile development processes.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills.
At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.
YOUR ROLE in leading our SUCCESS DRIVERS & representing our UNIQUE MINDSET
- Lead us to be “RARELY SATISFIED”
- Make things better each day; “PROGRESS OVER PERFECTION”
- Use your knowledge of our consumer, understand that “DETAILS MAKE THE DIFFERENCE”
- Deliver something great; “WINNING IS A TEAM SPORT”
- Be clear and honest, “COMMUNICATING FOR IMPACT”
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We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at [email protected]
SharkNinja Needham, Massachusetts, USA Office
89 A Street, Needham, MA, United States, 02494
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