Principal UX Research Manager (AI)

TL;DR

Principal UX Research Manager (AI): Leading a team of researchers to build next-generation AI-powered products with an accent on mixed-methods research, product strategy, and cross-functional collaboration. Focus on translating generative research into tangible product impact and accelerating the adoption of AI within research workflows.

Location: Mountain View, United States

Salary: $220,800 – $331,200 per year

Company

hirify.global AI is a creative community of designers and researchers focused on delivering holistic customer experiences for products like Copilot, Edge, and Bing.

What you will do

• Lead a team of UX Researchers to create clarity and deliver high-impact results.
• Drive product strategy through rigorous multi-stage research programs.
• Collaborate across disciplines from early product stages through to final implementation.
• Influence high-level organizational decisions and set ambitious product goals.
• Elevate the team's research craft and integrate AI-powered tools into workflows.
• Foster a supportive environment focused on growth and professional development.

Requirements

• Degree in HCI, Computer Science, Behavioral Science, or a related field (Doctorate + 5 years, Master's + 6 years, or Bachelor's + 8 years experience).
• Proven experience in user experience research or product development.
• Must be located in or able to work from Mountain View, United States.

Nice to have

• 5+ years of experience in people management.
• Expertise in mixed methods (qualitative and quantitative research).
• Strong background in accessibility and inclusive design.
• Experience with AI-powered research tools.
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work on highly visible, complex AI initiatives impacting billions of users.
• Culture rooted in a growth mindset, humility, and people-first leadership.
• Competitive base pay and comprehensive corporate benefits.