Sr. UX Researcher at Horizontal Talent in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Job Description:

Required:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in fields such as Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.
• 6+ years of proven experience as a UX Research or similar role, with a portfolio showcasing your ability to research to inform critical experience questions with extensive experience leading UX Research initiatives for digital products.
• Demonstrated expertise in UX research principles and methodologies and their limitations, including qualitative and quantitative research techniques.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, capable of uncovering actionable insights from complex data sets.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate research findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in human-centered design, with a focus on understanding and addressing user needs.
• Leadership qualities, including the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams towards a common goal.
• Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred:
• Ability to align ideas within large, complex products and programs with cross-functional business, design, and delivery teams.
• Experience leading user-driven concept development and persuade and gain buy-in for user-driven ideas from non-design stakeholders.
• Knowledge and experience working in diversified financial services.
• Relevant agile experience.