UX Research Manager, Pixel

Google is a global technology company that develops innovative products and services, including the Pixel smartphone line.
Mobile
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Consumer

Description For UX Research Manager, Pixel

Google's Pixel team is seeking a UX Research Manager to lead and shape the future of Pixel devices and services. This role combines leadership, research expertise, and strategic thinking to drive innovative mobile experiences. As a UX Research Manager, you'll lead a team of researchers, advocate for users, and work closely with Hardware, Software, and Operations groups to influence product development.

The position requires a blend of research expertise and people management skills, with a focus on conducting and overseeing various research methodologies to inform product decisions. You'll work at the intersection of hardware and software, helping to create transformative experiences for Pixel users worldwide.

The role offers the opportunity to impact Google's hardware strategy directly, working with cutting-edge technology and artificial intelligence integration. You'll collaborate with executive leadership and cross-functional teams, representing user insights and driving research-based solutions.

This position is ideal for someone who combines deep research expertise with strong leadership abilities, can navigate complex organizational structures, and has a passion for mobile technology and user experience. You'll be part of Google's broader mission to create the world's most helpful mobile experience while leading and developing a team of researchers.

The role provides exposure to advanced consumer electronics development, artificial intelligence applications, and the opportunity to shape the future of Google's hardware ecosystem. You'll work in an environment that values innovation, user-centric design, and research-driven decision making.

As part of Google's UX organization, you'll join a multi-disciplinary team of designers, researchers, writers, and engineers who are passionate about creating exceptional user experiences. The position offers the chance to work on products that impact millions of users while developing your team's capabilities and careers.

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Responsibilities For UX Research Manager, Pixel

  • Drive project priorities in alignment with project goals, and coordinate allocation of resources within the project
  • Represent users' insights and concerns to cross project teams including Hardware, Software, and Operations groups
  • Influence stakeholders across functions to gain support for research-based solutions
  • Lead discussions through research by analyzing, consolidating, or synthesizing what is known about user, product, service, or business needs
  • Support the operations and programs of New Pixel Hardware Programs, as well as our In-Market public users

Requirements For UX Research Manager, Pixel

  • Bachelor's degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Science, Statistics, Psychology, Anthropology, a related field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 8 years of experience in an applied research setting, or similar
  • 3 years of experience leading design projects, program management, and managing people or teams
  • Master's degree or PhD preferred in relevant fields
  • 10 years of experience conducting UX research preferred
  • 7 years of experience working with executive leadership preferred
  • 5 years of experience managing projects/programs in matrixed organizations preferred
  • Experience with research methodologies on Hardware devices

Benefits For UX Research Manager, Pixel

Medical Insurance
Parental Leave
  • Equal opportunity employer
  • Accommodation for disabilities
  • Parental benefits

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