Staff Product Designer (Research)

TL;DR

Staff UX Product Researcher (Route Discovery & Navigation): Leading end-to-end research programs to enhance route discovery and navigation features with an accent on user-centered decision making and product innovation. Focus on driving research that shapes product strategy, validating complex user needs for route planning, and transforming qualitative insights into actionable product strategies.

Location: Must be based in or able to work from Berlin, Germany; requires hybrid attendance (3 days per week on-site).

Salary: €130,000 – €140,000.

Company

A leading global fitness community platform providing tracking and social tools for millions of athletes worldwide.

What you will do

• Lead end-to-end research initiatives for the Route Discovery & Navigation team.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to drive user-centered product strategy.
• Translate complex user signals into meaningful insights for product innovation.
• Validate new opportunities to help athletes find and plan active experiences.
• Influence product roadmaps by ensuring decisions are grounded in rigorous research.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in product research within a fast-paced product environment.
• Ability to lead research programs autonomously and influence strategy.
• Proven track record of working with cross-functional product and design teams.
• Must be able to work on-site in Berlin, Germany 3 days per week.
• Strong communication and storytelling skills for research findings.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work model focused on collaboration.
• Inclusive, mission-driven team environment aimed at global impact.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a fast-growing tech company.
• Supportive workplace dedicated to athlete and employee well-being.