Staff Product Researcher

Our mission at Duolingo is to develop the best education in the world and make it universally available.

We're looking to hire a Staff Product Researcher to join our Product Research team to work directly with Designers and Product Managers to help us build a high-quality experience for our learners.

Responsibilities:

• Set research direction with cross-functional partners by identifying the highest-impact questions and translating them into clear, prioritized research projects
• Lead end-to-end research across the product lifecycle, including 0→1 discovery on big bets, concept testing, and post-launch UX/UI iterations
• Develop strong product intuition to generate insights and product ideas that connect the learner experience to product strategy, tradeoffs, and measurable outcomes
• Build durable visibility for research: establish systems for sharing outputs and deliver regular, decision-focused updates that keep stakeholders aligned
• Elevate research impact through leadership beyond your own projects: mentor other researchers, uplevel our research practices, and introduce innovative methods/tooling when it increases speed and rigor

Requirements:

• 8+ years of experience leading product research for consumer-facing digital products, including owning complex problem spaces
• Mixed-method, collaborative research experience working with designers and product managers
• Experience using AI tools throughout the research process
• Demonstrated ability to generate clear and concise insights that deliver successful product outcomes
• Experience thriving in high-velocity environments while maintaining strong research rigor and craft

Nice to Have:

• Experience conducting international research or working with globally diverse audiences
• Familiarity with SQL
• Experience in consumer tech or gaming

The offered salary is dependent upon several factors, including work experience, skills, and internal peer comparisons. The posted range is subject to change in the future. For this role, base salary is supplemented by equity compensation. Salary Range: $181,600-$272,400 USD