L2 Design Researcher

Overview:At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally. Come make an impact every day at Zebra.What We're Looking For:The UX Researcher II conducts research efforts to understand and define user personas, workflows, operational challenges, and customer needs across a variety of enterprise operations. Understands and develops an end-to-end user journey across a mix of hardware, software, and service experiences. Prepares and runs usability testing of UX concepts and software solutions to ensure they meet user and customer needs, while also conducting customer research activities to better understand user behaviors, workflows, and challenges. Work within established processes with some direct manager supervision.Key ResponsibilitiesCollaborates closely with UX designers and senior researchers to prepare and execute research activities.Supports all stages of the design development process from customer research, concept development, usability testing, customer validation, and customer discovery activities.Plans, set-ups, and conducts UX usability testing, customer interviews, and observational research with subjects under minimal manager supervision.Presents research and user testing results, insights, and recommendations to a multi-disciplinary team for feedback.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s or master’s degree or certificate in HCI, UX Research or equivalentMinimum 3+ years of professional experience as a User Experience ResearcherExperience conducting customer or end user interviewsExperience conducting usability testing, observational research, or field research activities.Experience creating research deliverables such as personas, journey maps, workflow maps, or research reports.Preferred QualificationsModerate understanding of interaction design, research and usability testing methodologies.Experience combining UX Research and Design Research methodsFamiliarity with service design, systems thinking, or enterprise / frontline work contextsDemonstrated ability to independently frame, plan, and deliver research in ambiguous contextsStrong skills in synthesis, sense‑making, and communicating implications to varied stakeholdersAbility and willingness to travel up to 25% (domestic and international) to support research activitiesEqual Opportunity Employer:Zebra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io Your Rights:Conozca sus Derechos:We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at View email address on click.appcast.io .Pay Range:$86,080.00 - $129,120.00 AnnualIncentive Compensation:In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance-based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 10% of base pay, in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.Zebra Total Rewards:Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.Benefits:We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success.Job Posting Statement:To protect candidates from falling victim to online fraudulent activity involving fake job postings and employment offers, please be aware our recruiters will always connect with you via @zebra.com email accounts. Applications are only accepted through our applicant tracking system and only accept personal identifying information through that system. Our Talent Acquisition team will not ask for you to provide personal identifying information via e-mail or outside of the system. If you are a victim of identity theft contact your local police department.AI Technology Statement: Zebra Technologies leverages AI technology to evaluate job applications using objective, job-relevant criteria. This approach enhances efficiency and promotes fairness in the hiring process. However, every decision regarding interviews and hiring is made by our dedicated team, because we believe people make the best decisions about people. For more on how we use technology in hiring and how we process applicant data, see our Zebra Privacy Policy.SummaryLocation: Holtsville, New YorkType: Full time