UI/UX Researcher

$120,000 - $140,000/Yr

Alteryx - Irvine, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Irvine, CA

Publishing Industries

About the position

The User Experience team at Alteryx is a group of highly motivated, creative problem solvers dedicated to the creation of exceptional user experiences. Alteryx is actively looking for a User Experience (UX) Researcher to join our growing team. Operating within the Product Management organization, this individual will take an active role in providing the most impactful, meaningful insights that drive the design and development of next-generation data analytics software.

Responsibilities

• Act as an advocate for users by facilitating the discovery, articulation, and application of data-driven recommendations across the product platform.
• Conduct primary and secondary research to help drive value for the next generation of products.
• Apply design thinking and usability best practices to inform and guide the design process.
• Increase proficiency in a variety of research methodologies.
• Work closely with researchers, designers, product managers, developers, copywriters, and other business stakeholders to define the best user experience.

Requirements

• 3+ years of relevant experience conducting UX research in an industry setting.
• Well-versed in experimental design, research methodology, and statistical analysis.
• Demonstrated experience with research methodologies such as usability testing, card sorts, persona development, user journeys, and surveys.
• Excellent observation skills.
• Competent moderator.
• Ability to interpret research data and turn it into actionable insights.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills that promote idea sharing and knowledge transfer.
• Excellent planning, time management, and organizational skills.
• Experience with industry-standard research software, tools, and platforms.
• Experience with evaluating technical products in a B2B setting.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in HCI, Interaction Design, Psychology, Cognitive Science, Human Factors, Anthropology, or a related field.
• Experience working and interfacing with engineering teams.
• Knowledge of Agile / Lean methodologies.
• Relevant experience or field knowledge of data science, predictive analytics, machine learning, business intelligence, or product analytics.
• Understanding of product process and software development.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Financial wellness programs
• Time off
• Employee discounts
• Bonus eligibility
• Wide range of other benefits