Senior UX Researcher

9D Technologies and ImaginationAI are at the forefront of mobile applications and game publishing, delivering innovative and engaging experiences to users worldwide. Our mission is to create extraordinary digital experiences that captivate and entertain, and we are committed to pushing the boundaries of creativity and technology, utilizing AI.

As a Senior UX Researcher, you will play a key role in establishing UX research practices, shaping our decision-making culture, and upskilling the team across different research methods and product discovery approaches. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, loves turning data into stories that influence product direction, and wants to help build a research-driven culture from the ground up.

Responsibilities:

Lead Research Across the Product Lifecycle

• Own and execute end-to-end research initiatives (from scoping to synthesis)
• Conduct both exploratory (foundational) and evaluative studies
• Apply diverse research methods: usability testing, interviews, surveys, diary studies, concept testing, etc.
• Translate research insights into clear, actionable recommendations

Build Research Practice Excellence

• Establish and document UX research standards, frameworks, and tools
• Create scalable research processes, templates, and playbooks
• Evaluate and recommend research platforms & systems

Enable & Upskill Teams

• Coach and support designers, PMs, and cross-functional partners in applying research methods
• Host learning sessions, office hours, and training workshops
• Establish feedback loops and improve research quality & efficiency across squads

Strategic Influence & Stakeholder Management

• Partner with Product, Design, and Engineering leads to shape discovery and product direction
• Convert business and product goals into prioritized research roadmaps
• Present insights confidently — translating data into compelling stories
• Influence product strategy with evidence-based insights

Culture & Collaboration

• Foster a user-centric mindset across the organization
• Advocate for customer empathy and continuous learning
• Drive collaboration and alignment with stakeholders at all levels

Requirements

• 3+ years of hands-on UX research experience in a fast-paced product environment
• Proven success running mixed-methods research independently
• Strong research craft — from planning and recruiting to synthesis and insight delivery
• Excellent communication, workshop facilitation, and storytelling skills
• Ability to influence product decisions and challenge assumptions with empathy and data
• Experience working in agile squads or tribes
• Passion for coaching and helping teams scale their research maturity

Why Join Us

• Be the founding UX Researcher, shaping research culture and practices
• Partner closely with product & design leadership
• Play a critical role in shaping a user-obsessed, insight-driven organization
• Work in a fast-moving environment where your voice matters and impact is visible

Benefits

• Competitive pay that matches your skills and experience
• Family Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off to recharge and relax
• Work-Life Balance and a supportive environment
• Delicious meals provided to keep you fueled
• Stay active with convenient, on-site fitness facilities