About Luupli
Luupli is a social media app that has equity, diversity, and equality at its heart. We believe that social media can be a force for good, and we are committed to creating a platform that maximizes the value that creators and businesses can gain from it, while making a positive impact on society and the planet. Our app is still in development, but we are excited about the possibilities it presents. Our team is made up of passionate and dedicated individuals who are committed to making Luupli a success.
As we scale our platform, we are seeking a Lead Product Research & User Experience Manager who possesses a deep understanding of user behavior, exceptional research skills, and a passion for enhancing digital user experiences. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for leading our research efforts to inform user-centered designs and ensure that our products meet the needs and expectations of our diverse user base.
Responsibilities:
- Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of UX researchers and designers, guiding the development of user-centered research and design processes from conception through to final product delivery.
- Collaboration: Partner closely with the product, design, engineering, and marketing teams to align research findings with our strategic objectives, user needs, and technological feasibility.
- Research Development: Design and conduct comprehensive user research activities, including usability testing, interviews, surveys, and contextual inquiries to gather insights that inform product development.
- User-Centered Design: Translate research findings into actionable insights that drive the creation of intuitive, innovative, and effective user experiences across our product suite.
- Design System: Contribute to and maintain a user-centered design system that ensures consistency across all products, promoting best practices and standards within the team.
- Technical Liaison: Work closely with developers and designers to ensure that research insights are accurately translated into the final product, troubleshooting any issues that arise during development.
- Industry Knowledge: Stay updated on the latest UX research methodologies, tools, and industry trends, and integrate relevant practices into our research and design processes.
Requirements:
- A bachelor’s degree in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Psychology, Design, or a related field.
- Proven track record as a UX researcher or similar role, with a portfolio demonstrating your research methodology and the impact of your work on product development.
- Expertise in research tools (e.g., UserTesting, Lookback, Hotjar) and familiarity with design software (e.g., Figma, Sketch).
- Solid understanding of human-centered design principles and experience in applying them to create digital products.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively present research findings and design concepts to stakeholders.
- Experience conducting user research across diverse populations and incorporating feedback into iterative design cycles.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to enhancing user experiences through evidence-based research.
Compensation & Work Arrangements:
The commitment required from you is a few hours a week, working remotely, until our global launch. While this role is currently unpaid, you will be given vested equity in our startup, along with a range of vested benefits. Once the app launches in the spring of 2025, this role will transition into a paid full-time role.
Our Culture:
At Luupli, we thrive on creativity, collaboration, and innovation. We're looking for individuals who are problem solvers, team players, and visionaries with a strong focus on user experience. If this resonates with you, we'd love to hear from you.