Senior Staff Quantitative Researcher

Etsy

. Lead quantitative research, including large-scale surveys, experiments, and statistical modeling, complemented by qualitative methods .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeBrooklyn • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $203,000 - $275,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in leading quantitative and mixed-methods research, with a strong focus on survey design, statistical analysis, and usability measurement. Proven ability to translate complex data into actionable insights that influence product development and strategy.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Quantitative Research LeadershipStatistical Analysis ExpertiseSurvey Design and PsychometricsProficiency in R, Python, SQLUsability Research Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Statistical AnalysisSurvey DesignExperimental DesignSampling MethodologyRegression AnalysisANOVA/MANOVAFactor AnalysisA/B TestingMeasurement FrameworksKPI Definition

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInfluence SkillsMentoring AbilityCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

RPythonSQLQualtrics

Industry Keywords

Quantitative ResearchUsability MeasurementCustomer Experience TrackingBenchmarking ProgramsProduct Research

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead quantitative research, including large-scale surveys, experiments, and statistical modeling, complemented by qualitative methods
Answer business-critical questions about the buyer experience across Etsy
Integrate survey data, behavioral/log data, customer-experience tracking, competitive intelligence, and existing Etsy research into unified statistical analyses
Translate complex quantitative evidence into recommendations influencing product roadmaps, design standards, and investment decisions
Partner with and mentor researchers across Etsy
Strengthen quantitative and mixed-methods research practice
Elevate the organization’s approach to usability measurement
Collaborate with Product, Design, Engineering, Analytics, and other researchers
Report to a Director of Research

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years conducting product research, with a strong emphasis on quantitative methods
Deep expertise in survey design and psychometrics
Sampling methodology experience
Statistical analysis expertise, including regression, ANOVA/MANOVA, and factor analysis
Experimental design experience, including A/B testing
Experience interpreting comparative or longitudinal data
Experience building and validating measurement frameworks and benchmarking programs
Ability to define KPIs and success metrics grounded in statistical evidence
Proficiency with R, Python, SQL, and Qualtrics or similar survey tooling
Deep knowledge of usability research
Ability to translate experience quality into statistically measurable dimensions
Track record of developing quantitatively grounded research programs across complex and ambiguous problem spaces
Ability to connect customer evidence, product data, and external signals into actionable recommendations
Strong communication and influence skills
Experience with design systems, usability measurement, benchmarking, and large-scale UX transformation is helpful
Ability to work within commuting distance of Etsy’s Brooklyn office, or travel occasionally to the office if remote
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States; visa sponsorship may be limited to certain roles and skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity package
Annual performance bonus
Competitive benefits supporting employees and their families
Flexible/partially remote work arrangement
Occasional travel to the Brooklyn office for remote candidates
Inclusive team culture
Professional development
Visa sponsorship may be available for certain roles and skills