Full-Time

Staff Qualitative Product Researcher

Monetization

Posted on 9/5/2024

Pinterest

Pinterest

10,001+ employees

Visual discovery and bookmarking platform

Consumer Software
Social Impact

Compensation Overview

$135.2k - $278kAnnually

+ Equity

Senior

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

San Francisco, CA, USA

Requires in-office presence in San Francisco 1-2 times per quarter.

Category
Product Research
Product
Required Skills
Communications
Marketing
Product Design
Requirements
  • 5+ years experience designing and conducting end-to-end product research (from initial design and recruitment through final deliverable) as part of cross-functional product teams, ideally in the advertising, B2B or digital media space
  • Ability to toggle between owning and executing end-to-end research and leveraging insights to shape strategy and influence decision making with product leaders
  • Broad toolbox of qualitative methods and the ability to independently select and execute appropriate methods to answer different types of questions
  • Curiosity, self-awareness, humility, and a drive for growth, learning, and sharing knowledge
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and group facilitation skills
  • Experience recruiting and conducting research with businesses or on B2B products, a plus
Responsibilities
  • Scope, prioritize, execute research using various qualitative methodologies for one or more sub areas of the monetization product
  • Identify and articulate gaps in our understanding of the monetization products they support that can (directly or indirectly) impact our products
  • Collaborates effectively with researches across Pinterest and builds strong relationships as a strategic thought partner with key senior cross functional partners (across Marketing, Product, Design, etc.) to influence strategy through insights
  • Proactively communicates and shares research findings with product and cross functional teams, leaders and other audiences (within or across orgs) in compelling, actionable and engaging ways
  • Inform and guide product decisions and strategy within the monetization space that can transcend beyond their immediate teams

Pinterest is a social media platform that helps users find and save ideas across various interests like recipes, home decor, and fashion. Users can create collections of images, called "pins," which they organize into themed boards. The platform primarily makes money through advertising, offering promoted pins that appear in users' feeds based on their interests. This targeted advertising approach ensures that users see relevant content. Additionally, Pinterest earns revenue through affiliate marketing by directing traffic to retailers' websites. What sets Pinterest apart from other social media platforms is its focus on visual discovery, making it a valuable tool for users seeking inspiration and for businesses looking to connect with potential customers.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$1.4B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2010

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

-2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased focus on video content could attract more advertisers and users.
  • Investment in AI improves personalized recommendations, enhancing user satisfaction and retention.
  • The Creator Fund supports underrepresented creators, diversifying content and audience reach.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging platforms like 'WeHeartIt' and 'Juxtapost' pose competition for younger demographics.
  • AI-driven content tools may reduce the need for manual board curation, affecting engagement.
  • Privacy concerns and new EU laws could impact Pinterest's advertising model.

What makes Pinterest unique

  • Pinterest's visual discovery engine offers a unique platform for creative idea exploration.
  • The 'Try On' AR feature enhances user experience by allowing virtual product trials.
  • Pinterest's collaboration with Shopify boosts e-commerce capabilities directly from pins.

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Benefits

Flexible and generous vacation and holidays

Global year-end paid company holiday closure

Comprehensive mental and physical health benefits for you and your family

Retirement plans that allow for tax savings

Fitness offerings

Personal and professional development resources

Adoption support, paid parental leave, egg freezing (in the US) and other family building benefits

Discounts and perks

Meals and snacks in the office

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