Geico is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior UX Researcher . As a Researcher, you will play a critical role in shaping the user experience of our products and services through insightful research and data-driven insights.
This role will be supporting our Acquire team. This associate will focus on
simplifying shopping by attracting the right customer through an integrated marketplace, guiding customers to the right offerings.
This position is a hybrid role, and it is required to be on-site 3 days a week at one of the following locations:
*Chevy Chase MD, Fredericksburg/Richmond VA, Lakeland FL, Chicago IL, New York NY
Job Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and engineers, to develop a comprehensive research strategy aligned with business goals. Identify research opportunities, prioritize initiatives, and create roadmaps for executing research studies.
- Oversee and participate in all phases of the user research process, including user recruitment, study design, data collection, analysis, and reporting. Utilize various qualitative and quantitative research methods, such as usability testing, surveys, interviews, and competitive analysis, to gain deep insights into user needs and behaviors.
- Analyze research data, identify patterns, and generate actionable insights that drive informed design decisions. Communicate research findings to stakeholders in a clear and compelling manner through reports, presentations, and interactive workshops.
- Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, engineers, and other stakeholders to advocate for user-centered design principles. Act as a strategic partner, providing valuable insights and recommendations throughout the product development lifecycle.
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- Stay up to date with the latest research methodologies, tools, and industry trends. Continuously evaluate and improve research practices, ensuring the team is equipped with the right resources and techniques to deliver impactful results.
- Collaborate with Product Operations and other stakeholders to develop and manage the research budget effectively. Optimize resource allocation to ensure research activities are conducted efficiently and within allocated budgets.
- 3+ years of experience in user experience research
- 3+ years of experience in both qualitative and quantitative research methods, including usability testing, surveys, interviews, and ethnographic research.
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience in research
- Strong expertise in both qualitative and quantitative research methods, including usability testing, surveys, interviews, and ethnographic research.
- Proficient in data analysis and visualization tools, such as PowerBI , or Tableau.
- Solid understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex research findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive user-centric design decisions.
$89,000.00 - $168,000.00
The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate's work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.
At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
Benefits:
As an Associate, you'll enjoy our Total Rewards Program * to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:
- Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period
- Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
- 401(k) Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Training and Licensures
Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.
The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.
GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.