UX Research Director

Title: UX Research Director
 Location: Remote (PST Hours)  
Duration: Initial 6 Month Contract with extensions
Compensation: $90-110/HR
Work Requirements: , Holders

We are seeking a Director of UX Research to lead, scale, and elevate our user research practice. This role is responsible for defining research strategy, building and mentoring a high-performing team, and ensuring user insights directly influence product, design, and business decisions. The ideal candidate is both a strategic leader and a hands-on practitioner who knows how to turn insights into impact.

Responsibilities

Own and drive the UX research vision and strategy across products and platforms

Lead, mentor, and grow a team of UX Researchers across multiple experience levels

Partner closely with Product, Design, Engineering, and Leadership to embed research into decision-making

Establish and evolve research frameworks, standards, and best practices

Translate complex research findings into clear, actionable insights and recommendations

Advocate for the user at the executive level and influence roadmap prioritization

Oversee end-to-end research initiatives including discovery, usability testing, and longitudinal studies

Manage research operations including tools, vendors, timelines, and budgets

Ensure research outcomes are measurable and aligned with business goals

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in UX research or related fields

4+ years of people leadership and team management experience

Proven track record of influencing product strategy through research insights

Deep expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies

Strong storytelling and communication skills, especially with senior stakeholders

Experience working in fast-paced, cross-functional environments

Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on research when needed

Preferred Experience

Experience building or scaling a research practice from the ground up

Background in enterprise, SaaS, or complex digital ecosystems

Familiarity with analytics, experimentation, and mixed-methods research

Experience partnering with global or distributed teams


About INSPYR Solutions
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.