The Senior UX Researcher for Hardware XR at Google will join a multi-disciplinary UX team focused on creating innovative products that integrate AI and XR technologies. This role involves understanding user needs through various research methods and collaborating closely with engineering and product management teams. The researcher will play a critical role in driving insights that inform product development and enhance user experience. The position is based in San Jose, CA, and offers opportunities for mentorship and professional growth within the UX research community.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 6 years of experience in an applied research setting, such as product or academic.
• 1 year of experience conducting research on GenAI, Augmented Reality, or Hardware Devices.
• Experience with research methods including usability studies, contextual inquiries, and interviews.

• Lead and scope research initiatives across multiple XR products.
• Work with designers, product managers, and engineers in a fluid, iterative environment.
• Design and implement experiments to evaluate the hardware and human performance of XR devices.
• Support Human Factors-oriented programs for scaling collection of key user signals and KPIs.
• Advocate research findings to stakeholders and leadership through written reports and oral presentations.

• Employees at Google are often offered benefits like comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements, among other benefits.