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UX researchers are sponsored routinely at Google, Meta, Amazon, Apple, and Microsoft, where dedicated research organizations hire at scale and the role's requirement for HCI, psychology, or cognitive science degrees makes H-1B visa classification straightforward. Total compensation ranges from $120,000 at mid-level to $280,000 or more for senior researchers, with O-1 a strong option for candidates with published HCI research.
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UX Researcher - Global E-Commerce (US) - Spanish Speaking
LOCATION
Location: Seattle
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Employment Type: Regular
JOB CODE
Job Code: A99008A
Responsibilities
Team Introduction
The e-commerce industry has seen tremendous growth in recent years and has become a hotly contested space amongst leading Internet companies, and its future growth cannot be underestimated. With millions of loyal users globally, we believe TikTok is an ideal platform to deliver a brand new and better e-commerce experience to our users. We aim to bring discovery, inspiration, and joy back to shopping by making TikTok the commerce channel of choice for merchants, creators, and affiliates. We are looking for passionate and talented people to join our product and operations team, to build an e-commerce ecosystem that is innovative, secure and intuitive for our users and brands.
In this role, you will:
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Work closely with cross-functional leads to deeply understand the needs of E-commerce consumers, merchants, and influencers in the Latin America market and other global markets;
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Collaborate with stakeholders to identify the key research questions that will help shape the E-commerce product strategy in different markets;
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Identify and create the best research methods based on the question, timeline, and resourcing;
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Design and implement research, synthesize findings into practical and impactful insights to help stakeholders make decisions;
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Measure and track how product changes affect user behaviors and attitudes over time across different markets, reveal the key reasons with solid data rationale;
-
Initiate foundational research and gather insights from relevant industries to help stakeholders explore the possible solutions to challenging long-term product questions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Fluency in Spanish or Portuguese is required as the role requires communication with Latin American markets & stakeholders, as well as fluency in English as it is the working language.
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At least 1 year of experience in UX research, preferably in the E-commerce/tech industry.
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Bachelor's degree or above in Psychology, Statistics, Sociology, Marketing Research, Economics, International Trade, or other related fields.
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Experience and/or knowledge in both qualitative and quantitative research methods, such as: usability studies (remote/in lab), focus groups, interviews, concept tests, diary studies, surveys, data analysis, A/B testing, etc. Be able to conduct interviews/design questionnaires in the US.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Ability to work independently with limited supervision and take initiative to solve problems and learn new things. Business travel to the Latin America for 2 to 3 weeks per quarter for business purposes.
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Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time in a fast paced environment.
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Great written and spoken communication skills to influence product partners and major company decisions.
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Ability to analyze large sample data with statistic tools, such as SQL, Python, R, SPSS.
COMPENSATION
The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $102600 - $159600 annually.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
FOR LOS ANGELES COUNTY (UNINCORPORATED) CANDIDATES:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
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Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
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Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
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Exercising sound judgment.
ABOUT TIKTOK
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
WHY JOIN US
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.
We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
TIKTOK ACCOMMODATION
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request
INTRODUCTION
UX Researcher - Global E-Commerce (US) - Spanish Speaking
LOCATION
Location: Seattle
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Employment Type: Regular
JOB CODE
Job Code: A99008A
Responsibilities
Team Introduction
The e-commerce industry has seen tremendous growth in recent years and has become a hotly contested space amongst leading Internet companies, and its future growth cannot be underestimated. With millions of loyal users globally, we believe TikTok is an ideal platform to deliver a brand new and better e-commerce experience to our users. We aim to bring discovery, inspiration, and joy back to shopping by making TikTok the commerce channel of choice for merchants, creators, and affiliates. We are looking for passionate and talented people to join our product and operations team, to build an e-commerce ecosystem that is innovative, secure and intuitive for our users and brands.
In this role, you will:
-
Work closely with cross-functional leads to deeply understand the needs of E-commerce consumers, merchants, and influencers in the Latin America market and other global markets;
-
Collaborate with stakeholders to identify the key research questions that will help shape the E-commerce product strategy in different markets;
-
Identify and create the best research methods based on the question, timeline, and resourcing;
-
Design and implement research, synthesize findings into practical and impactful insights to help stakeholders make decisions;
-
Measure and track how product changes affect user behaviors and attitudes over time across different markets, reveal the key reasons with solid data rationale;
-
Initiate foundational research and gather insights from relevant industries to help stakeholders explore the possible solutions to challenging long-term product questions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
-
Fluency in Spanish or Portuguese is required as the role requires communication with Latin American markets & stakeholders, as well as fluency in English as it is the working language.
-
At least 1 year of experience in UX research, preferably in the E-commerce/tech industry.
-
Bachelor's degree or above in Psychology, Statistics, Sociology, Marketing Research, Economics, International Trade, or other related fields.
-
Experience and/or knowledge in both qualitative and quantitative research methods, such as: usability studies (remote/in lab), focus groups, interviews, concept tests, diary studies, surveys, data analysis, A/B testing, etc. Be able to conduct interviews/design questionnaires in the US.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
-
Ability to work independently with limited supervision and take initiative to solve problems and learn new things. Business travel to the Latin America for 2 to 3 weeks per quarter for business purposes.
-
Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time in a fast paced environment.
-
Great written and spoken communication skills to influence product partners and major company decisions.
-
Ability to analyze large sample data with statistic tools, such as SQL, Python, R, SPSS.
COMPENSATION
The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $102600 - $159600 annually.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
FOR LOS ANGELES COUNTY (UNINCORPORATED) CANDIDATES:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
-
Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
-
Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
-
Exercising sound judgment.
ABOUT TIKTOK
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
WHY JOIN US
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.
We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
TIKTOK ACCOMMODATION
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at https://tinyurl.com/RA-request
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Graduate Degrees Are Effectively Required
Google, Meta, Apple, and Amazon strongly prefer master's or Ph.D. holders for UX researcher positions. Top HCI programs at Carnegie Mellon, University of Washington, Georgia Tech, University of Michigan, and Stanford provide direct recruiting pipelines to sponsored roles at these companies.
Build a Mixed-Methods Research Portfolio
Companies look for researchers who can triangulate insights across qualitative methods (usability testing, contextual inquiry, diary studies) and quantitative methods (survey design, statistical analysis, A/B testing). Build 3 to 5 case studies showing end-to-end research process from study design through product impact.
Target Companies With Established Research Orgs
Google, Meta, Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, and Spotify have 100+ researchers each, established career ladders, and immigration teams that process H-1B for researchers routinely. These companies hire at scale and do not treat sponsorship as exceptional.
Quantitative UX Research Pays a Premium
Quant UXR roles at Google, Meta, and Amazon require statistics, R, Python, and SQL proficiency and pay 10 to 20% more than qualitative-focused positions. If your background includes experimental design and statistical modeling, target these roles specifically for both higher compensation and stronger H-1B classification.
Publish at CHI, CSCW, or UbiComp for O-1 Eligibility
UX researchers with published papers at top HCI conferences have a natural path to O-1 extraordinary ability classification, which bypasses the H-1B lottery and has no annual cap. Academic publications, peer review service, and conference presentations build the evidentiary record that O-1 requires.
Transfer From International Tech Offices on L-1
Google London, Meta London, Amazon Berlin, Spotify Stockholm, and other international tech offices employ UX researchers who can transfer to U.S. headquarters on L-1 visas. Build at least one year of strong performance at the international office, then pursue internal transfer. L-1 avoids the lottery entirely and leverages your existing team relationships.
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Find UX Researcher JobsFrequently Asked Questions
What is the typical compensation for sponsored UX Researcher roles in the U.S.?
Mid-level UX researchers earn $120,000 to $165,000 in total compensation. Senior UX researchers at Google, Meta, Amazon, and Apple earn $180,000 to $270,000 including base, bonus, and equity. Staff UX researchers at these companies earn $280,000 to $380,000. Growth-stage startups pay $100,000 to $160,000 in base with equity. H-1B LCA filings for UX research roles at major tech companies show base salaries of $120,000 to $190,000.
How to find UX Researcher jobs with visa sponsorship?
To find UX Researcher jobs with visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which specializes in connecting international talent with sponsored opportunities. Focus on tech companies, startups, and digital agencies that commonly sponsor H-1B, O-1, and other work visas for UX professionals. Many employers actively seek UX researchers to improve their digital products and user experiences.
Which visa types do UX Researchers typically use?
H-1B is the primary pathway with strong approval rates because the role requires a specific degree in psychology, HCI, cognitive science, or a related field. L-1 transfers are common at multinational tech companies moving researchers from international offices. O-1 is well-suited for UX researchers with published academic work, CHI or CSCW conference papers, or recognized HCI contributions. TN visas serve Canadian and Mexican citizens. E-3 is available for Australians.
What types of companies sponsor UX Researchers?
Major technology companies are the primary sponsors: Google, Meta, Amazon, Apple, Microsoft, Airbnb, Uber, Spotify, Netflix, Salesforce, and Intuit all sponsor UX researchers through H-1B. Fintech companies (Stripe, Square, Robinhood) and healthcare tech firms (Epic Systems, Verily) also sponsor. Growth-stage startups building product research teams sponsor after Series B or C. Design consultancies like IDEO and frog design sponsor selectively for senior researchers.
What qualifications do UX Researcher roles require for sponsorship?
A master's or Ph.D. in human-computer interaction, psychology, cognitive science, anthropology, information science, or statistics is the standard requirement at major tech companies. Google, Meta, and Apple strongly prefer graduate degrees for researcher roles. Proficiency in both qualitative methods (usability testing, interviews, contextual inquiry) and quantitative methods (survey design, statistical analysis, A/B test interpretation) is expected. Experience with research tools like UserTesting, Qualtrics, R, Python, and SQL strengthens your candidacy.
What is the career progression for a sponsored UX Researcher?
The typical path moves from UX researcher to senior UX researcher to staff UX researcher to principal researcher or research manager. At Google, this maps to L4 through L7 on the researcher ladder. Staff level typically requires 8 to 12 years of experience and pays $280,000 to $380,000 in total compensation. Some researchers transition into research management, leading teams of 5 to 15 researchers. Others move into product management or design leadership roles that leverage their deep user understanding.
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