UX Manager, Research and Writing, Google Photos

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Science, Statistics, Psychology, Anthropology, related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  
• 10 years of experience in an applied research setting, or similar.
• 5 years of experience leading design projects and managing people or teams.
• Experience in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, including research design, data collection, analysis, and synthesis.
• Experience partnering with cross-functional teams (Product Management, Design, Engineering) to drive product strategy and execution.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree or PhD in Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Science, Statistics, Psychology, Anthropology, or related field.
  
• 10 years of experience conducting UX research on products and working with executive leadership (e.g., Director level and above).
  
• 7 years of experience managing projects, and working in a large, matrixed organization.
  
• Experience working on large-scale consumer products, ideally in the photo/video space.
• Experience working with or managing UX Writers, and understanding the impact of content on user experience.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and people-management skills.

About the job

Google Photos is home to over a billion users who trust us with their most cherished memories. Our mission is to be a safe and intuitive home for all your photos and videos, organized and brought to life, so you can share and save what matters. With AI and continuously advancing technology we have the opportunity to develop an unparalleled experience for our users across the globe by innovating across reminiscing, creativity, and organization. We're looking for a passionate and experienced User Experience Manager to lead a team of researchers and writers dedicated to understanding and advocating for our user base.

As a Manager on the Google Photos team, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of our product by guiding a team of researchers and writers in uncovering deep user insights. You'll be a fierce advocate for the people who use our products, ensuring their needs and behaviors are at the forefront of every decision.The US base salary range for this full-time position is $224,000-$315,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance, coaching, and career development opportunities for your direct reports.
• Implement creative solutions to move quickly while delivering trustworthy, actionable insights in scalable ways.
• Contribute to future strategies by bringing a user-centered lens to solve complex problems.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and analysis of both qualitative (e.g., in-depth interviews, ethnographic studies, usability testing, diary studies) and quantitative (e.g., surveys, evals, statistical modeling) research to uncover holistic user insights.
  
• Ensure our teams’ research findings are clear, compelling, and actionable insights that influence product decisions and strategy across all stages of the product life-cycle.