Description
Pinterest is looking for a Sr. Staff Qualitative Researcher to lead research in its highest-priority ads areas.
The successful candidate will have ownership of a broad problem space, autonomy to set and execute their research agenda, and real influence over the ads roadmap and the holistic Pinner experience.
Responsibilities:
- Lead high-impact qualitative research in strategic ads areas
- Uncover and represent complex advertiser and user problems
- Shape the research agenda
- Choose the right method for the question
- Influence strategy and roadmap
- Assess where sustained research investment is needed
- Use AI to amplify your craft
- Provide vision and direction for large collaborative efforts
- Mentor and raise the bar
Requirements:
- Minimum 7 years of experience in qualitative or mixed-methods user research
- Deep expertise across the qualitative toolkit
- Experience in mixed-methods research
- Demonstrated ability to influence product strategy and roadmap
- Strong executive communication skills
- Ability to thrive in ambiguity
- Strong strategic judgment and decision quality
- Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Experience leading large, collaborative research efforts
- Curiosity and creativity in using AI tools
- Familiarity with ads (preferred)
Benefits:
- Base salary range: $163,639-$336,903 USD
- Equity
- Flexible working model