Senior Design Researcher – Data Ventures – Walmart – Hoboken, NJ – $108,000 – $216,000/year

Join Walmart Data Ventures as a Senior Design Researcher and help shape the future of data products that serve millions of customers, suppliers, and associates.

As a key member of our team, you’ll lead strategic research initiatives, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and inform product strategy. Your work will contribute to creating world-class data experiences that meet both user needs and business objectives.

About Walmart Data Ventures

Data Ventures exists to unlock the full value of Walmart’s data by delivering enterprise data products that empower our biggest merchants and suppliers to make better, faster decisions. We’re seeking entrepreneurial individuals to help define our products from concept to deployment.

Role of the Senior Design Researcher

As a Senior Design Researcher, you will:

• Lead strategic and exploratory research initiatives to identify new opportunities and inform product strategy.
• Use a variety of research methods, such as interviews, surveys, usability testing, and ethnographic field studies, to gather deep insights.
• Facilitate workshops to translate research findings into strategic opportunities and actionable recommendations.
• Proactively communicate and present research findings to the product team in compelling and actionable formats.
• Inspire cross-functional partners to think big, leveraging research insights to ground decisions in user needs and wants.
• Foster a culture of user empathy and human-centered product development across the company.
• Collaborate with more junior colleagues and non-researchers, helping guide, shape, and mentor their work.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in UI/UX design, graphic design, visual communication, product design, computer science, information technology, or related area and 3 years’ experience in market research, business analysis, UX design research, or related area, OR 5 years’ experience in market research, business analysis, UX design research, or related area.
• Experience working collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment and influencing product strategy and design decisions.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Deep understanding of human-centered design and product development.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Driving product development in a design research area.
• Master’s degree in UI/UX Design, Interactive and Visual Design, Product Design, or related area.
• Related industry experience (e.g., retail, supply chain, eCommerce, healthcare).
• Research or design certification (e.g., IDEOU – Foundations in Design Thinking Certificate).
• Experience creating inclusive digital experiences, knowledge of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility.

Compensation & Benefits

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $108,000 – $216,000/year depending on the location and other factors.

Additional compensation includes performance bonuses, stock options, and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• 401(k) match and employee stock purchase plan.
• Paid maternity and parental leave.
• Paid time off (PTO) and family care leave.
• Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Tuition assistance through Walmart’s Live Better U program.

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How to Apply

Join Walmart Data Ventures as a Senior Design Researcher and play a key role in creating world-class data experiences. Apply today!