Sr. UX Researcher - ArcGIS Apps Job at ESRI, Redlands, CA

  • ESRI
  • Redlands, CA

Job Description

OverviewJoin Esri as a Senior UX Researcher – ArcGIS Apps, where you’ll focus primarily on ArcGIS Business Analyst and ArcGIS Instant Apps while supporting research across a broader suite of ArcGIS applications. In this role, you’ll collaborate with designers, product managers, software engineers, and domain experts to conduct impactful foundational and directional research across a variety of SaaS applications. You’ll partner with multiple product teams to carry out agile research in a fast-paced environment, supporting projects in active development as well as research that informs strategic product decision-making. Your work will directly influence how professionals around the world use critical ArcGIS applications to tackle complex geographical challenges. ResponsibilitiesLead exploratory and evaluative research across the development lifecycle to guide product direction and decision-making on ArcGIS Apps, including identifying user problems & research opportunities to exploring new audiences & testing product iterationsAlign research with agile development processes, ensuring user insights are proactively represented in standups, sprint planning, retrospectives, GitHub issues, and release cyclesBuild strong relationships and manage research projects across multiple product teams, acting as a trusted partner and embedding deeply in cross-functional workflowsPartner with product and design leadership to prioritize research needs, develop plans, and deliver actionable insights tailored to designers, engineers, and product managersSynthesize findings from multiple data sources into clear problem statements, actionable recommendations, and proposed next steps that reflect product prioritiesChampion inclusive research practices, ensuring participants, data, and recommendations reflect the diversity of our users, their environments, and use casesContribute to research operations that improve rigor, efficiency, and scalability including mentoring team members & helping maintain a diverse participant poolServe as a trusted subject matter expert for designers and cross-functional partners working across the ArcGIS suiteRequirements5+ years of experience leading user experience research on complex enterprise softwareExpertise in qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-method research methodologies (including usability testing) across remote and in-person formatsExpert-level knowledge of design patterns and common usability challenges for enterprise software or data-focused applicationsDemonstrated experience conducting agile UX research and collaborating closely with cross-functional product teamsAbility to adapt research methodologies to the needs, opportunities, and constraints of each project and deliver insights and recommendations on timeAbility to deeply understand ArcGIS software and the field of GIS, including proactively learning product workflows and engaging with internal subject matter expertsProven ability to plan, organize, and manage time effectively, with a strong focus on scoping and managing collaborative research projectsExperience recruiting participants from specialized technical and B2B audiences, including international usersExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to make complex ideas actionable and easy to understandBachelor’s degree in human-computer interaction, information science, anthropology, psychology, sociology, or a related fieldVisa sponsorship is not available for this posting. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.Recommended QualificationsKnowledge of GIS technologies, data visualization tools, and analytical workflowsFamiliarity with accessibility standards and software localization practicesExperience applying quantitative methods to software telemetry dataFamiliarity with development and product management tools such as GitHub, Confluence, and ProductboardMaster's degree in human-computer interaction, information science, anthropology, psychology, sociology, or a related field#LI-OH1#LI-OnsiteTotal RewardsEsri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is$112,320—$176,592 USDThe CompanyAt Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email askcareers@esri.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.Esri Privacy Esri takes our responsibility to protect your privacy seriously. We are committed to respecting your privacy by providing transparency in how we acquire and use your information, giving you control of your information and preferences, and holding ourselves to the highest national and international standards, including CCPA and GDPR compliance.

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