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Hi GURJobs,

My name is Scott, and I'm the Director of Player Research at Solsten.io. I have a GUR role open on my team and I'd like to get it added to this newsletter/group. How can I make that happen? Here's the job listing on our website: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/solsten/jobs/6136435003.

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Scott
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gamesuserr...@gmail.com: Jun 28 09:38AM

Company: Xsolla
 
Job Title: UX Researcher
 
Role Type: User Researcher
 
Experience Level: Mid-level
 
Permanent or Contract Length:
 
Location: Beijing, Beijing, China
 
Job Description: The Xsolla UX Research team is looking for a Junior UX
Researcher to work on the company's innovative products that connect
millions of users and games worldwide. We help players get the fastest
return on their game investment. And for games, we help attract more
players around the world. 1000+ developers and publishers trust and use
Xsolla to help run their video game businesses levelling up the gamer
experience.If you're full of ambition, not afraid of difficult tasks,
fluent in Chinese and English, and ready to play a crucial role in
comprehending and elevating user experiences, this position is for you.
Let's cater to the diverse needs of our global players and game development
companies together!
 
 
 
Responsibilities
 
 
 
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product
managers, designers, and developers, to identify areas for research and
cultivate a collaborative environment.
 
Conduct usability studies, interviews, and surveys. Uncover user insights,
including needs, pain points, behaviors, tasks, and preferences of both
game development companies and players.
 
Advocate for a user-centric culture within the organization, emphasizing
the value of user research and ensuring its seamless integration into
decision-making processes. Fuel the team's passion for a client-centric
approach, instilling the belief that understanding and prioritizing the
client's perspective are fundamental to delivering exceptional user
experiences.
 
Experiment and introduce innovative research methodologies to continuously
raise the standard of user research within the company. Stay at the
forefront of industry trends and emerging technologies impacting the UX
landscape.
 
Close collaboration with a Senior UX Researcher. You will conduct both
collaborative and independent research under the guidance of the Senior UX
Researcher.
 
You will conduct interviews with our B2B clients and partners both in
person and online.
 
 
 
 
 
Requirements
 
 
 
Minimum of 6 months of hands-on experience as a UX researcher, preferably
in e-commerce, B2B ecosystems, digital products, or related to the game
development sphere.
 
Fluency in Chinese and English, both in verbal and written forms. Knowledge
of the Chinese language will help you communicate more effectively with our
partners and clients. High proficiency in English will ensure that the
findings are clearly understood and impactful across our diverse,
international teams.
 
Experience in qualitative and quantitative research, as well as an interest
in learning new methodologies and frameworks.
 
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams,
including product managers, designers, and developers.
 
As you will need to conduct face-to-face interviews with our partners and
clients, we'll be delighted to meet with candidates from Beijing.
 
We will ask you to complete a test assignment and then present it to our
team.
 
 
 
 
 
GOOD TO HAVE
 
 
 
Experience conducting user research on a Chinese market with the
understanding of regional differences in user behavior and preferences.
 
Previous experience or familiarity with the gaming industry, including an
understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities within this space.
 
Previous experience working with the Design Thinking and the ability to
immerse stakeholders in the essence of a client-centric approach,
showcasing how such strategies can substantially drive business success.
 
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology,
Design, Computer Science or a related field. Relevant certifications are a
plus.
 
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and the ability to adapt research
processes to fit an Agile development environment
 
Posted By:
 
More Information:
https://cn.linkedin.com/jobs/view/ux-researcher-at-xsolla-3855876249
gamesuserr...@gmail.com: Jun 28 09:38AM

Company: Nitrado
 
Job Title: UX Researcher (m/f/x)
 
Role Type: User Researcher
 
Experience Level: Mid-level
 
Permanent or Contract Length:
 
Location: Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
 
Job Description: About us
 
 
 
Nitrado is the world's leading game server hosting provider. With over 20
years of experience in hosting PC, Xbox and PlayStation game servers, we
know exactly what it takes to provide our customers with the best possible
gaming experience. Some of the most popular games in our portfolio include
ARK, Minecraft, DayZ and Valheim. With our 10 globally distributed data
centers, we are able to dynamically respond to market changes and optimally
support our strong growth.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Your mission
 
 
 
You are responsible for the planning and execution of usability tests with
software such as Lyssna.com.
 
You create analyses of UX requirements for Nitrado's products.
 
You collect project requirements from stakeholders and assist them through
the projects.
 
You continuously analyse user needs and behavior using qualitative and
quantitative research, particularly in connection with our software
applications.
 
You create detailed personas as well as user journeys and use cases.
 
You are responsible for the development and maintenance of user surveys in
cooperation with the marketing department.
 
You work on the development of UX processes and standards in the company.
 
You work closely with UX/UI Designers, Frontend Developers, Business
Intelligence and the Product Team.
 
You are co-responsible for the maintenance and improvement of our Design
System.
 
 
 
 
 
Your profile
 
 
 
You completed studies in the field of computer science, human factors,
psychology or comparable qualification.
 
You are familiar with common usability evaluation methods and have already
successfully applied them.
 
You have a strong customer orientation and excellent communication skills.
 
You are goal-oriented, proactive and independent work with a high degree of
responsibility and motivation.
 
You have experience with the concept creation and realization of digital
products.
 
You have good knowledge of the tools like JIRA, Confluence and in Figma
design software.
 
You ideally experience with the handling and maintenance of Design Systems.
 
 
 
 
 
Your benefits
 
 
 
Gaming at Heart: We provide free Nitrado Game Servers for gamers and a
welcoming community for anyone who wants to feel at home, even if you're
not a gamer. Discover how Nitrado is more than just gaming - an open
community for technology and creativity.
 
Flexible working hours: Tailor your work hours to your personal needs for a
better work-life balance.
 
 
 
Remote work: Our agile teams collaborate seamlessly from their preferred
location, whether in our modern offices in Karlsruhe or Berlin or fully
remote.
 
Work from Abroad: Extend your workspace beyond national borders with our
support for remote work from abroad, enabling you to work from your
favorite international destinations while staying connected with your team.
 
 
 
Mental Health: We support your mental well-being with our annual Mental
Health Day and collaboration with psychologists and lifestyle experts.
 
 
 
Physical Health: Our office infrastructure provides state-of-the-art
workspaces with ergonomic design to enhance your health and productivity,
while staying fit on your commute with your JobRad. Additionally, employees
receive a generous subsidy for ergonomic home office furniture, ensuring
optimal work conditions even when working remotely.
 
 
 
Professional Development: Utilize training opportunities to develop and
stay current with your skills.
 
 
 
Company Pension Plan: We support your financial security for the future
with an attractive contribution.
 
 
 
Working Environment: You'll experience a respectful and friendly workplace
culture, characterized by transparency and a family-like corporate culture.
 
Vacation and Paid Time Off: Enjoy 30 days of vacation and additional paid
leave for special occasions.
 
 
 
International Collaboration: As an international company, we successfully
overcome time zones and language barriers, providing you an international
work atmosphere.
 
 
 
Social Activities: Strengthen your commitment and team cohesion through
team-building events, participating in sports events and social activities.
 
 
 
Long-Term Stability: With over two decades of experience, we are a reliable
employer for our employees.
 
 
 
Well-being: Enjoy fresh cuisine and diverse catering options to ensure your
physical well-being.
 
 
 
Get together: Work hard, play hard - We come together twice a year for our
company celebrations, strengthening our team bonds.
 
 
 
Modern Workspaces: Our office infrastructure offers state-of-the-art
workspaces with ergonomic design for your comfort and health.
 
 
 
Corporate Culture and Values: You become part of a positive corporate
culture that embraces values such as diversity and inclusion.
 
Posted By:
 
More Information:
https://de.linkedin.com/jobs/view/ux-researcher-mfx-at-nitrado-3959480763
gamesuserr...@gmail.com: Jun 28 09:38AM

PlayStation isn't just the Best Place to Play — it's also the Best Place to
Work. Today, we're recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing
The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation®5,
PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, acclaimed PlayStation
software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more. PlayStation also
strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and
embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and
curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open
positions and join our growing global team. The PlayStation brand falls
under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony
Corporation.
 
 
Company: PlayStation Global
 
Job Title: Senior UX Researcher, Quantitative + Mixed Methods
 
Role Type: User Researcher, Senior UX Researcher, Quantitative + Mixed
Methods
 
Experience Level: Senior
 
Permanent or Contract Length:
 
Location: United States, San Francisco, CA
 
Job Description: Senior UX Researcher (Quantitative + Mixed Methods)
 
This is a fantastic opportunity to join the PlayStation Platform Experience
Research Team. We are seeking an exceptional Senior UX Researcher to join
our interdisciplinary team, part of the Platform Experience Group. You'll
join a unique team that is tasked to explore new ways to transform and
diversify our business into new areas with a focus on new customers needing
new solutions, while remaining true to PlayStation's central mission. In
this role, you will be leading innovation research projects in
collaboration with Product Management, Design, Engineering and other
partners. You are an upbeat advocate of a user-centered and insights-based
approach to innovation strategy and development. You are proactive and
self-motivated to drive innovation, striking the right balance of rigor and
speed. We are seeking a strong performer in all aspects of UX Research,
with a specialization in Market Research and Quantitative Methods. The
ideal candidate will have strong experience in research, a keen interest in
emerging technologies and trends, and a passion for fostering a culture of
innovation.
 
 
 
Responsibilities
 
 
 
Lead the exploration and evaluation of new ideas, technologies, and trends
relevant to the company's products and services.
 
Lead end-to-end research efforts, from market analysis and generative
research, to value prop and concept testing of early concepts and top of
the funnel ideas.
 
Analyze and synthesize quantitative and qualitative data to derive
practical insights and recommendations toward innovative solutions.
 
Assess the potential impact and viability of new technologies, products, or
services, and present findings in a concise and compelling manner.
 
Develop and/or implement research methodologies and strategies, from market
and competitive analysis to trend forecasting, to inform decision-making
and prioritize innovation initiatives.
 
Implement targeted innovation investigations, including methods to uncover
Product-Market Fit, Value Chain Analysis and Willingness to Pay.
 
Be responsible for the work of vendors and researcher partners on large
ad-hoc and recurring quantitative research programs.
 
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including designers,
developers, and product managers, to ensure alignment to and understanding
of research insights.
 
Contribute to a culture of open-mindedness, risk-taking, and continuous
learning within the Innovation Research team, driving curiosity,
creativity, and adaptability.
 
Collaborate closely with peers from UX Research, Consumer Insights, Product
Analytics, and Business Intelligence.
 
Manage multiple programs simultaneously across the innovation portfolio,
ensuring timely delivery.
 
Act as a coach and mentor on Quantitative Research techniques to
researchers and cross functional partners. Push them toward innovative and
creative thinking when approaching research challenges.
 
Requirements
 
 
 
Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field, such as Human-Computer
Interaction, Human-Centered Design, Anthropology, Cognitive Science, or
Psychology. PhD a plus.
 
6+ years of proven experience in UX Research, Product research, Design
Research, or related fields.
 
Proven track record of driving innovative solutions and delivering
impactful results.
 
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, with the
ability to make data-driven decisions.
 
Outstanding knowledge of Market analytics including market sizing, driver
analysis and segmentation.
 
Experience executing research to inform business model design, including
methods such as Willingness to Pay, Choice Modeling and Max Diff.
 
Proficiency in quantitative methods (eg survey design and implementation,
benchmarking, A/B and multivariate experiments, statistical analysis,
modeling, reporting, behavioral analytics, etc.)
 
Proficiency in SPSS, R, Python, or similar modeling language.
 
Methodical and organized approach to competitive analysis and trend research
 
Solid knowledge of industry-standard UX research methods including
ethnographic, evaluative methods, and quantitative research methods.
 
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to
articulate complex ideas and insights to diverse audiences.
 
Extensive experience providing deep insights through compelling
visualization and storytelling through data. A keen eye for distilling data
in enticing outputs such as Infographics, User Personas, Mental Model Maps,
Experience Maps, User-flows, etc.
 
Passion for translating findings into strategic product and design
recommendations
 
An entrepreneurial approach and a passion for driving innovation in a
fast-paced, dynamic environment.
 
Prior experience working at a startup, innovation lab, creative agency, or
related, a plus.
 
Proficiency in product analytics/telemetry methods and tools, a plus.
 
#LI-LF1
 
 
 
Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how
we process your personal information, and your data protection rights.
 
 
 
 
 
At SIE, we consider several factors when setting each role's base pay
range, including the competitive benchmarking data for the market and
geographic location.
 
 
 
Please note that the base pay range may vary in line with our hybrid
working policy and individual base pay will be determined based on
job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and
location.
 
 
 
In addition, this role is eligible for SIE's top-tier benefits package that
includes medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), paid time off, wellness
program and coveted employee discounts for Sony products. This role also
may be eligible for a bonus package. Click here to learn more.
 
 
 
 
 
The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below.
 
$165,500—$248,300 USD
 
Equal Opportunity Statement:
 
 
 
Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive
consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender
identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including
colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief,
marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation,
pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other
legally protected category.
 
 
 
We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace
diversity. We encourage everyone to respond.
 
 
 
PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest
and conviction records will be considered for employment.
 
Posted By:
 
More Information:
https://boards.greenhouse.io/sonyinteractiveentertainmentglobal/jobs/5206269004
gamesuserr...@gmail.com: Jun 28 09:38AM

Company: TCWGlobal
 
Job Title: User Research Coordinator (Video Games)
 
Role Type: User Research Coordinator
 
Experience Level: Mid-level
 
Permanent or Contract Length: W2 Contract 12+ Months
 
Location: Onsite, Richardson, TX
 
Job Description: We are a world-class video game studio looking for an
entry level User Research Coordinator to join our team. A user research
coordinator facilitates screening and scheduling of our study participants
and assists the User Research Team with participant interactions onsite
during research studies.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Recruit, screen, and schedule participants for user research studies (in
person and remotely) under the guidance of the Researchers on a project
 
 
 
 
 
Communicate with participants throughout the pre and post research process
including screening, scheduling, sending reminders, and follow-up
communications about their participation
 
 
 
 
 
Assist the research team with observation notes and participant
interactions in the research lab
 
 
 
 
 
Propagate builds to the lab and troubleshoot game issues and hardware
issues during research studies
 
 
 
 
 
Compile research deliverables (video capture, notes, etc.) from the
Researchers to be delivered stakeholder
 
 
 
 
 
Support and maintain the participant panel used by the research team
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Qualifications:
 
 
 
 
 
Developing knowledge of user research (usability, interviews, surveys,
contextual inquiry, etc.) or other research for video games or related media
 
 
 
 
 
Strong interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written)
 
 
 
 
 
Must be able to work quickly and independently, and adjust processes based
on feedback from researchers and stakeholders
 
 
 
 
 
Good organizational, problem solving, and analytical skills
 
 
 
 
 
General knowledge of popular computer and video games and game culture are
required
 
 
 
 
 
Experience using survey tools such as Alchemer, SurveyMonkey, Datstat,
Qualtrics, etc
 
 
 
 
 
Familiarity with Jira, Hansoft, or other task tracking and project
management software
 
Posted By:
 
More Information:
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/user-research-coordinator-at-tcwglobal-3951091982
gamesuserr...@gmail.com: Jun 28 09:38AM

SEGA employees are passionate about entertaining the world with creative,
innovative experiences while being part of a vibrant gaming community. We
are a global company with the resources to match, coupled with a place
where everyone knows each other on a first-name basis, working together to
create innovative experiences, one community at a time. Our world-class
development Studios span the UK, France and Bulgaria. Known for quality and
creativity above all else, our studios include, Amplitude Studios, Creative
Assembly, HARDlight, Sports Interactive and Two Point Studios.
 
 
Company: SEGA Europe
 
Job Title: UX Research Manager
 
Role Type: Research Manager
 
Experience Level: Mid-level, Senior
 
Permanent or Contract Length:
 
Location: Horsham, England, United Kingdom
 
Job Description: In your role as UXR Manager, you will engage with studio
and publishing leaders across our organisation to provide key insights,
track UX progress during development and reveal what our users need from
our products by conducting targeted usability studies and working with
cross-functional teams. You will lead a highly skilled and advanced UX
research team that builds strong partnerships across the organization and
helps shape the future of SEGA's games.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
We believe that delivering the best games relies on having the best people,
so we are constantly investing in our people through our benefits package,
flexible working, and our community-focused, people-centric culture. Our
industry-leading compensation and benefits include competitive salary and
bonus schemes, private medical insurance, private dental insurance, health
screening, electric car scheme, home technology scheme, and much more!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Why You:
 
 
 
 
 
You are an experienced UX Research Manager who has a passion for directly
overseeing and leading a team of researchers, evaluating gaming experiences
alongside product development and utilising world-class research. You have
considerable experience inspiring change, delivering oral and written
presentations, evaluating qualitative and quantitative data, and helping
project teams better understand what would make a user's experience more
intuitive, accessible, and seamless.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Responsibilities include:
 
 
 
 
 
Take part in and conduct usability testing to discover problems with UI and
systems interactions, gauge user sentiment, and review the presentation and
interaction of game systems by employing various methods like prototype
testing, concept art surveys, etc.
 
Coach, mentor, and develop the UXR team, providing career development
planning and opportunities.
 
Provide direction and leadership to team members and peers by developing
strategies, collaborating, and articulating ideas and viewpoints.
 
Help in supporting internal development studios to build and maintain a
successful relationship with SOE Product Development.
 
Work closely with each internal Pillar development studio and define UXR
support required on a title-by-title, studio-by-studio basis. Plan and
manage the UXR roadmap.
 
Align with game development teams to define actionable next steps from UXR
research.
 
Provide creative and executional UX guidance to help improve product
quality and innovation.
 
Partner across organizational and Global teams with a variety of
disciplines (analysts, designers, product owners, market researchers,
producers, etc.) to generate feedback which deeply impacts the trajectory
of their product work.
 
Effectively communicate UXR results to multiple levels of the organization
in creative ways that drive impact.
 
Create evolving UXR approaches to inform the development of new experiences.
 
Work with Studio Ops Business Partner to establish and manage the UXR
Business Plan: providing quotes, tracking project budgets, ensuring team
efficiency and optimising utilisation rates.
 
Documenting SEGA's Best Practices and processes for UI/UX.
 
Any other research-related or team management tasks according to business
needs.
 
Travel to our other Development Studios and UK Publishing office as
required.
 
 
 
 
 
Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Significant experience within a User Research role, ideally within the
video game industry.
 
Experience in managing and leading high-performing teams.
 
You have an advanced degree (or equivalent) in experimental psychology
(experimental, social, cognitive), human-computer interaction, human
factors, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
 
Relevant training and/or certifications as a UX Researcher.
 
Familiarity with inferential statistics (regressions, correlations, factor
analyses).
 
Great relationship-building, collaboration, communication and
problem-solving skills.
 
Proven ability to work on multiple titles at any given time.
 
Great account management and project management skills.
 
Knowledge of franchise development and long-term planning.
 
High attention to detail.
 
Experience working with Designers and Programmers to improve the usability
of products and other features.
 
Effective communication skills (verbal and written) across all levels and
organizations.
 
Ability to work in a dynamic and collaborative team environment.
 
Highly collaborative, team-minded person who consistently drives toward
better outcomes for the business and the team.
 
Ability to quickly and effectively share UX research results.
 
Ability to perform all research-related tasks including research, planning,
evaluating, and iteration.
 
Ability to formulate specific, answerable, and practical questions.
 
Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders and act as a strategic
partner in product decisions.
 
 
 
 
 
Interview Process:
 
 
 
30-minute screening call – Recruiter (SEGA Europe)
 
1-hour interview – Director of Production (SEGA Europe) & SVP, Studio
Operations (SEGA Europe)
 
30-minute interview – Chief Operating Officer (Creative Assembly)
 
 
 
Posted By:
 
More Information:
https://uk.linkedin.com/jobs/view/uxr-manager-at-sega-europe-3951428439
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