UX Researcher
Location: Cupertino, California
Country: United States
Category: UI/UX
Workplace Location: Onsite
Employment Type: Contract
Posted Date: May 7, 2026
Job ID: 647127
Job Description
UX Researcher
Location: Hybrid onsite schedule in Cupertino, CA
Schedule: 40 hours
Duration: 12 months
Pay: $45-$48.51 DOE
The Planet Group is looking for a UX Researcher to join our well-known Fortune 500 client on a 12-months contract, working a hybrid onsite schedule in Cupertino, CA.
UX Researcher | Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Psychology, Anthropology, Sociology, Design, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience with qualitative research and moderating (e.g., IDIs, focus groups, roundtables).
- Familiarity with synthesizing qualitative data into actionable insights.
- 2 to 4 years of professional experience in UX research, qualitative research, human-computer interaction, or a related field.
- Solid foundation in established qualitative research methods, including usability testing, user interviews, and observational research.
- Ability to assist in translating complex user behaviors into clear, intuitive stories that inform and inspire business decisions.
- Comfortable working in ambiguous environments and bringing structure to open-ended user experience problems alongside a team.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to support multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.
- Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to co-present findings to a range of audiences in person and via email.
- Experience with usability testing tools (such as UserTesting, UserZoom, Figma, or similar platforms) is highly preferred.
- Experience supporting worldwide programs involving multiple countries and languages.
- Prior experience in the broader technology sector or retail research is highly desirable.
UX Researcher | Description:
As a UX Researcher, you will support the Customer Insights team by diving into custom projects leveraging qualitative research methods and usability testing. You will be joining a small but mighty, fast-paced team dedicated to delivering actionable insights that help the business move forward. In this role, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:- Conducting Research: Supporting the planning and execution of qualitative research studies, including usability testing, user interviews, and contextual inquiries.
- Analyzing Feedback: Assisting in the evaluation of user behaviors, open-ended feedback, and qualitative data to understand user needs and pain points.
- Synthesizing Insights: Collaborating with senior team members to use multiple inputs and business context to uncover meaningful behavioral trends and user journeys.
- Storytelling: Contributing to the transformation of complex qualitative data into timely, compelling stories that inform and inspire leadership and frontline teams.
- Tailoring Communications: Helping to craft research approaches and create intuitive communications tailored to diverse audiences.
- Creating and Delivering Presentations: Supporting the preparation and sharing of insights and actionable recommendations via email, in-person meetings, and formal presentations.
- Experience with Keynote highly preferred.
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About The Planet Group
The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation – connecting the right people with the right opportunities in the areas of technology, engineering, accounting & finance, digital marketing, and manufacturing.
As one of the largest staffing companies in the US, we operate with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results – building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.
