UX Researcher II, ASBX Design & User Research

$117,100 - $193,600/Yr

Amazon - Seattle, WA

Full-time - Mid Level

Seattle, WA

1,001-5,000 employees

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About the position

As a UX Researcher II at Amazon Development Center, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the software builder experience by conducting various user research methodologies. Your work will involve leading research projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and presenting insights to stakeholders, all aimed at improving tools and processes for software builders at Amazon.

Responsibilities

• Independently lead UX research projects focusing on the software builder experience.
• Own the end-to-end lifecycle of study design, including recruiting, moderation, analysis, reporting, and communicating research initiatives.
• Work from high-level requirements and ask the right questions to gather relevant information to guide research approach.
• Collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders including senior leadership, engineers, product managers, UX designers, and other researchers.
• Present insights across different audiences and varying levels of the organization.
• Stay current on emerging research, industry, and technology trends.

Requirements

• 3+ years experience conducting user research or equivalent experience.
• Experience with experimental design, ethnographic techniques, contextual inquiry, survey methodologies, and related methodologies with demonstrated results.
• BS in Cognitive or Experimental Psychology, Human Factors, BA in Anthropology, Sociology or similar.
• Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in Experimental Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Social Psychology, Human Factors, Human Computer Interaction, Behavioral Economics, Anthropology or a related field.
• Experience with researching developer tools.
• A portfolio that demonstrates past work experience and deliverables.

Nice-to-haves

• Passion for understanding the latest learnings and innovations in behavioral science, research methods, and UX design.
• Strategic, business-building approach to research with a passion for translating data into bottom-line impact.
• Comfortable with a high degree of ambiguity.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, financial, and other benefits.
• Equity and sign-on payments as part of total compensation package.
• Flexible working culture to support work-life balance.