Sony Electronics, Inc. is hiring: Senior UI/UX Researcher, Human Factor Engineer

Sony Electronics Inc. is looking for the risk-takers, the collaborators, the inspired and the inspirational. We want the people who are brave enough to work at the cutting edge and create solutions that will enrich and improve the lives of people across the globe. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Our team members enjoy innovative work-life balance opportunities including a hybrid home / office workplace, monthly 'Free Fridays', and early shutdowns on Fridays throughout the year (including half-days during the summer).So, if you want to join a 'Best Place to Work' company and make the world say wow, let's talk.Senior Human Factors Engineer / UX Researcher Location : San DiegoHire Type : 12 month contract with potential to convert to Sony EmployeePay Rate : $50-65 / hour (Depending on experience)This role is a contract role through Sony Managed Service Provider DZX.The User Experience design (UX) Group of Sony in San Diego has openings for a Senior Human Factors Engineer / UX Researcher position. We are looking for experienced researchers with a passion for user experience and consumer products who can plan, manage, and conduct UI / UX research, analyze data, and create reports to improve every UX aspect of Sony products. The UX Group is part of a multi-disciplinary team that designs and researches UI / UX for many of Sony's products.The ideal candidate will have an extensive research background with user-centered design of consumer products and usability evaluations at various stages of product development. They will work on prototypes which require troubleshooting of the software or creating prototypes using Figma or other software. The candidate will have experience effectively negotiating interactions with various stakeholders such as designers, engineers, and business development.Responsibilities : Plan and manage research with stakeholders, including surveys, ethnographic field studies, task-based usability test sessions, contextual inquiries, and expert reviews.Project management, recruit participants, and scheduling.Create discussion guides, moderate sessions, analyze data, and create reports.Design surveys, analyze data, and create reports.Design / develop prototypes or troubleshoot prototypes.Manage stakeholder requests.Desired Skills : Ability to focus on the customer's needs.Knowledge of basic user-centered design principles.Knowledge of UI industry standards for interface design and user testing methodologies.Experience with statistical analysis of user research and survey creation.Hands-on knowledge and experience in designing and developing prototypes.Ability to work independently and efficiently on complex projects.Ability to deliver high-quality work on tight schedules.Careful attention to detail.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Ability to collaborate and work as a team.Understanding of multi-cultures.Work with stakeholders from different cultural backgrounds and native languages and manage their expectations.Mentor junior members.Requirements : Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Human Factors, Human-Computer Interaction, or demonstrated experience in an equivalent field (minimum of 3 years).Advanced knowledge and hands-on experience with PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.Proficiency in Qualtrics.Basic knowledge in Figma or other types of development tools or programming.Sony Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values employees with a broad cross-cultural perspective. We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees, and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond. All applicants will receive fair and impartial treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, legally protected physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, status in the U.S. uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis which is protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Sony Electronics Inc. and Sony of Canada ULC.Sony Electronics Inc. and Sony of Canada Ltd. provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact us by email at talenthelp@am.sony.com , or you can mail your resume to : Sony Electronics, Human Resources Department, 16535 Via Esprillo, San Diego CA 92127. Please indicate the position you are applying for.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Salary : $50 - $65