Design Researcher @ Dropbox

Design Researcher

Posted on 1/17/2023

INACTIVE

Locations

Remote • United States

Experience Level

Entry

Junior

Mid

Senior

Expert

Desired Skills

Data Science

Marketing

Product Design

UI/UX Design

Communications

Requirements

4+ years of UX Research-related work experience
Deep experience with mixed methods applied across the product development process
Experience working in B2B and/or B2C environment
Demonstrated skills for collaborating closely with other researchers, designers, product managers and engineers
Clear, compelling presentation and communication style
Experience driving and supporting rapid research in a scrappy 0→1 environment

Responsibilities

Identify research needs in partnership with product teams for a 0→ 1 Product
Design, plan, and execute research that impacts product team immediate roadmaps and longer term strategies
Implement multi-method research studies that incorporate both qual and quant methodologies
Adapt research process and practices to the growing needs of the organization
Advocate and guide strategy for design and product direction
Collaborate closely with researchers, PMs, Design, Data Science, and Marketing to evaluate experiences, understand user needs, and uncover product opportunities
Socialize research within the organization and across the company in innovative and engaging ways

Role Description

As a Researcher for a new Dropbox Product, you will partner with cross functional team members to identify and understand new problem spaces and craft experiences that create a more enlightened way of working. You’ll have the opportunity to influence product direction and address unmet customer needs in this exciting, fast-paced, and outcome-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

Identify research needs in partnership with product teams for a 0→ 1 Product
Design, plan, and execute research that impacts product team immediate roadmaps and longer term strategies
Implement multi-method research studies that incorporate both qual and quant methodologies
Adapt research process and practices to the growing needs of the organization
Advocate and guide strategy for design and product direction
Collaborate closely with researchers, PMs, Design, Data Science, and Marketing to evaluate experiences, understand user needs, and uncover product opportunities
Socialize research within the organization and across the company in innovative and engaging ways

Requirements

4+ years of UX Research-related work experience
Deep experience with mixed methods applied across the product development process
Experience working in B2B and/or B2C environment
Demonstrated skills for collaborating closely with other researchers, designers, product managers and engineers
Clear, compelling presentation and communication style
Experience driving and supporting rapid research in a scrappy 0→1 environment

Total Rewards

At Dropbox, we strive to be a great place for all Dropboxers to grow and be recognized for that growth. This job posting reflects broad requirements, and represents two potential levels of role. Through our assessment process, we will identify your level that ties to compensation based on your experience and technical expertise along with the scope of the role.

For candidates hired in San Francisco metro, New York City metro, or Seattle metro, the expected salary/On-Target Earnings (OTE) range for the role is currently $147,900 - $174,000 - $200,100 if you are assessed at the IC3 level. If you are instead assessed at the IC4 level, the expected salary/On-Target Earnings (OTE) range for the role is currently $171,700 - $202,000 - $232,300.

For candidates hired in the following locations: Austin (TX) metro, Chicago metro, California (outside SF metro), Colorado, Connecticut (outside NYC metro), Delaware, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York (outside NYC metro), Oregon, Pennsylvania (outside NYC or DC metro), Washington (outside Seattle metro) and Washington DC metro, the expected salary/On-Target Earnings (OTE) range for the role is currently $133,100 - $156,600 - $180,100 if you are assessed at the IC3 level. If you are instead assessed at the IC4 level, the expected salary/On-Target Earnings (OTE) range for the role is currently $154,500 - $181,800 - $209,100.

For candidates hired in all other US locations, the expected salary/On-Target Earnings (OTE) range for this role is currently $118,300 - $139,200 - $160,100 if you are assessed at the IC3 level. If you are instead assessed at the IC4 level, the expected salary/On-Target Earnings (OTE) range for the role is currently $137,400 - $161,600 - $185,800.

Range(s) is subject to change. Dropbox takes a number of factors into account when determining individual starting pay, including job and level they are hired into, location/metropolitan area, skillset, and peer compensation. Dropbox uses the zip code of an employee’s remote work location to determine which metropolitan pay range we use.

Salary/OTE is just one component of Dropbox’s total rewards package. All regular employees are also eligible for the corporate bonus program or a sales incentive (target included in OTE) as well as stock in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).

1,001-5,000 employees

Website

Smart workspace & storage solutions

Company Overview

Dropbox’s mission is to design a more enlightened way of working with their custom-built storage infrastructure designed for a variety of needs. The company is committed to keeping life organized and keep work moving with their secure file sharing, collaboration, and storage solutions.

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental & vision coverage
Competitive 401(k) Plan with a generous company match & immediate vesting
Flexible Time Off/Paid Time Off
11 Company-wide PTO days
Volunteer time off and more
Life Insurance, Disability Insurance & Travel benefit plans
Perks Allowance
Parental benefits
Mental Health & Wellness benefits
Free Dropbox space for your friends and family

Company Core Values

Be worthy of trust
Sweat the details
Aim higher
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