Senior Level User Experience Researcher Jobs
Senior level user experience researcher jobs place experienced researchers in charge of study design, insight strategy, and the cross-functional decisions that shape product direction. Openings are concentrated across Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Banking & Financial Services, with a strong mix of remote and hybrid roles, and employers like Collabera, Cisco, and Google hiring at this level now.
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Senior UX Product Designer
Location: Minneapolis, MN - Hybrid
Job Type: Contract
Pay Rate: $50 - $65/HR
Job Description:
- 7+ years in UX or Product Design, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead-level role.
- Strong experience designing for data-rich, AI-powered, or analytics-driven products.
- Proven record leading design across complex, multi-stakeholder product ecosystems.
- Portfolio: Demonstrates end-to-end design process—from strategy and concept to execution—with strong examples of data visualization or AI interactions.
- AI & Data Fluency: Comfort working with technical teams and understanding the implications of data models, machine learning outputs, and predictive interfaces.
- Collaboration: History of driving alignment and delivering results within cross-functional, agile product teams.
- Human + AI Interaction Design: Define and design experiences where artificial intelligence complements human-driven work.
- Data Visualization: Develop information architectures and visual narratives that communicate insights effectively to business and product users.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with engineers, data scientists, and product managers to translate complex technical outputs into meaningful user experiences.
- Discovery & Research: Drive discovery sessions and synthesis activities to identify user needs and pain points related to data interpretation and decision-making.
Education:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Science, or equivalent experience.
Benefits:
York Solutions offers a generous benefits package for eligible full-time employees:
- BCBS Medical with 3 Plans to choose from (PPO and High deductible PPO plans with Health Savings Program)
- Delta Dental plan with 2 free cleanings and insurance discounts
- Eye Med Vision with annual check-ups and discounts on lens
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance paid by company
- John Hancock 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary company match
- Voluntary Insurance programs such as: Hospital Indemnity, Identity Protection, Legal Insurance, Long Term Care, and Pet Insurance.
- Flexible work environment with some remote working opportunities
- Strong fun and teamwork environment
- Learning, development, and career growth
Senior UX Product Designer
Location: Minneapolis, MN - Hybrid
Job Type: Contract
Pay Rate: $50 - $65/HR
Job Description:
- 7+ years in UX or Product Design, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead-level role.
- Strong experience designing for data-rich, AI-powered, or analytics-driven products.
- Proven record leading design across complex, multi-stakeholder product ecosystems.
- Portfolio: Demonstrates end-to-end design process—from strategy and concept to execution—with strong examples of data visualization or AI interactions.
- AI & Data Fluency: Comfort working with technical teams and understanding the implications of data models, machine learning outputs, and predictive interfaces.
- Collaboration: History of driving alignment and delivering results within cross-functional, agile product teams.
- Human + AI Interaction Design: Define and design experiences where artificial intelligence complements human-driven work.
- Data Visualization: Develop information architectures and visual narratives that communicate insights effectively to business and product users.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with engineers, data scientists, and product managers to translate complex technical outputs into meaningful user experiences.
- Discovery & Research: Drive discovery sessions and synthesis activities to identify user needs and pain points related to data interpretation and decision-making.
Education:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Science, or equivalent experience.
Benefits:
York Solutions offers a generous benefits package for eligible full-time employees:
- BCBS Medical with 3 Plans to choose from (PPO and High deductible PPO plans with Health Savings Program)
- Delta Dental plan with 2 free cleanings and insurance discounts
- Eye Med Vision with annual check-ups and discounts on lens
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance paid by company
- John Hancock 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary company match
- Voluntary Insurance programs such as: Hospital Indemnity, Identity Protection, Legal Insurance, Long Term Care, and Pet Insurance.
- Flexible work environment with some remote working opportunities
- Strong fun and teamwork environment
- Learning, development, and career growth
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Senior Level User Experience Researcher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level user experience researcher job?
Employers hiring at this level expect candidates to own research programs end to end, not just execute individual studies. A strong portfolio showing how your insights shaped product strategy, clear examples of cross-functional leadership, and demonstrated experience mentoring junior researchers will give you a meaningful edge. Proficiency in both qualitative and quantitative methods, along with the ability to communicate findings to executive stakeholders, is expected at this stage.
Which companies hire senior level user experience researchers?
Companies hiring senior level user experience researchers right now include Collabera, Cisco, and Google, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level covers large technology companies, enterprise software firms, financial institutions, and healthcare organizations that maintain dedicated research functions and need experienced researchers to lead them.
Are there remote senior level user experience researcher jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and team structure. About 44% of senior level user experience researcher openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the field's strong adoption of distributed work models. Some roles still require on-site presence for in-person research sessions or stakeholder collaboration, so check each listing carefully for location requirements.
What makes a user experience researcher role senior level?
Senior level user experience researcher roles are defined by ownership and scope rather than task execution. At this level, you set the research agenda for a product area or business unit, choose the right methods for complex or ambiguous questions, and translate findings into strategic recommendations that influence roadmaps. Mentoring junior researchers and operating as a credible peer to product managers, designers, and engineers are standard expectations.
Which industries hire the most senior level user experience researchers?
Senior Level user experience researcher roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Banking & Financial Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors invest heavily in user research at the senior level because product complexity, competitive pressure, and large or regulated user bases make deep, ongoing research a business priority rather than a periodic exercise.