Senior UX Researcher (HMI)

TL;DR

Senior UX Researcher (HMI): Leading user testing across digital in-vehicle experiences with an accent on planning, running, and analyzing research, while guiding a small team. Focus on study design, moderation, analysis, and translating findings into clear recommendations.

Location: Regular on-site working due to secure prototype access in Warwick and Gaydon, UK.

Salary: Up to £33.87 per hour

Company

hirify.global is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology & Innovation Recruitment Consultancy founded in 1997.

What you will do

• Lead and coordinate UX testing across vehicles, simulators, and digital prototypes.
• Conduct hands-on research including study design, moderation, and analysis.
• Mentor junior researchers and support their development.
• Use Maze and other industry-standard research and survey tools to design and analyze studies.
• Work closely with designers and product teams to define research needs and translate findings into clear recommendations.
• Manage testing logistics and ensure high standards of research quality.

Requirements

• Strong experience in user research and usability testing, including in-person moderated studies.
• Proven ability to run studies across a range of prototype fidelities.
• Proficiency with Maze and common research tools (e.g. Qualtrics, UserTesting.com, Optimal Workshop).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work on site several days per week.
• Full UK driving license and legal right to work in the UK.

Nice to have

• Experience with simulators or immersive testing environments.
• Experience with automotive UX or human machine interaction.
• Experience with eye tracking or behavioral analytics.

Culture & Benefits

• In-house Contractor Care Team to support all external employees.