Lead UX Researcher (Growth)

TL;DR

Lead UX Researcher (Growth): Leading research strategy for Hinge's growth product group with an accent on monetization, paid experiences, and international expansion. Focus on leveraging mixed-method research and experimental frameworks to optimize product excellence and user acquisition.

Location: Hybrid in New York, New York

Salary: $197,500 - $237,000 a year

Company

hirify.global is the parent company of Hinge, a dating app designed to inspire intimate connections and create a less lonely world.

What you will do

• Build and drive the research roadmap for Growth product teams to inform product decision-making and strategy.
• Execute end-to-end research using strategic, iterative, and evaluative methods.
• Conduct research on international expansion, monetization, and merchandising strategies.
• Collaborate with PMs, designers, and data scientists to identify key research questions and prioritize projects.
• Generate actionable insights at velocity to build momentum toward the company mission.
• Mentor other researchers and champion a culture of honest, empathetic communication.

Requirements

• 6+ years of user research experience, including 2-3 years in a consumer-facing product role.
• Proven experience working on monetization, subscriptions, or zero-to-one products.
• Strong quantitative skills (surveys, experimental frameworks) and expertise in measuring sentiment.
• Proficiency in data manipulation and analysis using R, SPSS, and/or Looker.
• Ability to tell clear and compelling stories with data to cross-functional partners.
• Must be based in New York, New York for a hybrid work arrangement.

Culture & Benefits

• 401(k) matching (100% of the first 10% of contributions, up to $10,000/year).
• Annual Learning & Development stipend and free access to Udemy.
• 100% paid parental leave (20 paid weeks for both birth and non-birth parents).
• Fertility care and preservation support through Carrot.
• $100 monthly date stipend and free Hinge Premium for employees and loved ones.
• Access to eight Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for community support.