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UX Researcher

Join Lyft as a UX Researcher to design impactful studies and drive product innovation in a collaborative environment.

Location
New York, NY, United States
Compensation
$128k–$192k/yr
Level
mid
Type
full time · Hybrid

Posted by employer 12 hours ago

First seen on Joblaze 10 hours ago

Last verified on the company career page 10 hours ago

What you'll build

  • Design and conduct studies across key product areas
  • Partner with data scientists for qualitative context
  • Review and analyze mixed methods data
  • Generate and present actionable recommendations
  • Work with cross-functional partners on product direction

Must have

  • Master's degree or foreign equivalent in psychology, data analysis, statistics, or related field
  • 1 year of experience in job offered, data analysis, or related occupation

Nice to have

  • Experience with research and statistical analysis
  • Experience conducting qualitative and quantitative research
  • Experience analyzing data surveys, experimental studies, content analysis, and correlational research

Practical constraints

  • In-office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays

Requirements

Experience
1+ years
Education
Master's degree

Not disclosed in this posting: visa sponsorship.

Benefits

Pet Benefits Commuter Benefits Paid Time Off Child Care Benefits Family Building Benefits Health Insurance 401k Plan Parental Leave Mental Health Benefits

Joblaze summary

In this role at Lyft, the UX Researcher is responsible for designing and executing various research studies to inform product development, employing methods like usability testing and surveys. The position requires a solid foundation in both qualitative and quantitative research, along with experience in data analysis. This role is well-suited for someone with a master's degree and at least a year of relevant experience, particularly in psychology or data analysis. Lyft emphasizes collaboration, with a hybrid work model that encourages in-office engagement.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed today — first seen on Joblaze October 17, 2026. Last confirmed on Lyft's careers page October 17, 2026.
  • Salary band is below the typical range for Design roles (median ~$170,000).
  • Starts above 45% of 64 comparable mid design roles in United States we track (median $140,000 across 42 companies).

Quick facts

Is the UX Researcher role remote?
It's hybrid — Lyft expects some on-site time in New York, NY, United States.
What's the salary range?
Lyft lists $128,000–$192,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?
At least 1 year of relevant experience for this UX Researcher role.
Where is the role based?
Lyft is hiring for this position in New York, NY, United States.
What seniority level is this role?
Lyft targets mid-level candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this UX Researcher role at Lyft.

From the original posting

Job ID: 111266

Responsibilities:

  • Design and conduct studies across key product areas, utilizing methods such as ethnographic/field research, surveys, concept testing, usability testing, and any other methods you find impactful.
  • Partner with our data scientists to provide qualitative context for their quantitative insights.
  • Review, analyze, and communicate mixed methods data to generate tactical and strategic insights, as well as actionable recommendations that drive product innovation and design improvements for users.
  • Find creative and compelling ways to generate, present, and evangelize results and recommendations throughout the company, in order to help cultivate a highly informed, more effective, and more empathetic organization.
  • Work with cross-functional partners to shape product direction based on research findings and follow-up with partners about implementation to understand how findings are being used.

Experience:

Education and Experience:

  • Master's degree or foreign equivalent in psychology, data analysis, statistics, or related field.
  • 1 year of experience in job offered, data analysis, or related occupation.

Skills:

  • Experience with research and statistical analysis.
  • Experience conducting qualitative and quantitative research.
  • Experience analyzing data surveys, experimental studies, content analysis, and correlational research.

Benefits:

  • Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled
  • Mental health benefits
  • Family building benefits
  • Child care and pet benefits
  • 401(k) plan to help save for your future
  • In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have discretionary paid time off, hourly team members have 15 days paid time off
  • 18 weeks of paid parental leave. Biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible
  • Subsidized commuter benefits
  • Lyft Pink - Lyft team members get an exclusive opportunity to test new benefits of our Ridership Program

Lyft is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace that fosters belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

Lyft highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule — Team Members will be expected to work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Lyft considers working in the office at least 3 days per week to be an essential function of this hybrid role. Your recruiter can share more information about the various in-office perks Lyft offers. Additionally, hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. #Hybrid

The expected base pay range for this position in the New York City area is $128,000 - $192,000/year. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Range is not inclusive of potential equity offering, bonus or benefits. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.

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