Senior Researcher, Product Experience, Games Discovery

Netflix

. Identify, prioritize, lead, and execute research roadmaps that generate insights to inform product strategies across the company .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $294,000 - $470,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in product research and user experience research, with a strong ability to design and execute complex quantitative studies. Proficient in synthesizing findings into strategic business recommendations while collaborating effectively across cross-functional teams.

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Product ResearchUser Experience ResearchQuantitative Research DesignStatistical AnalysisCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Research MethodologyData SynthesisStatistical RigorResearch Question DefinitionEnd-to-End Research Execution

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationProactive Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Advanced Degree in PsychologyAdvanced Degree in Social Sciences

Industry Keywords

FuturecastingDesign StrategyInnovation FrameworksGlobal Research ExperienceEmergent Research Areas

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify, prioritize, lead, and execute research roadmaps that generate insights to inform product strategies across the company
Partner with cross-functional teams at the intersection of Product and Content, including Product Innovation, Design, Data Science, Engineering, Content Strategy, Product Marketing, and Communications
Define, design, execute, and socialize research studies that build understanding of existing and future audiences and their experiences around the world
Identify best practices in existing and emerging research methodologies
Generate insights to empower business and product decisions across the company
Evaluate, prioritize, and shape fast-moving, newer company-wide bets, including games and other expanding Netflix offerings

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 7+ years of demonstrable experience in product research and/or user experience (UX) research
Experience designing and leading end-to-end, complex quantitative research studies
Ability to define research questions, identify appropriate methods, execute studies, and synthesize findings with statistical rigor
Strong communication skills and ability to proactively collaborate with multiple teams across the company
Ability to translate findings into actionable strategic business recommendations
An advanced degree in psychology, social sciences, or a related field is preferred but not required
Global research experience is highly preferred but not required
Familiarity or experience with futurecasting, design strategy, innovation frameworks, and research in emergent areas is preferred but not required
Experience, passion and/or interest in games is preferred but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Plans
Mental Health support
401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
Stock Option Program
Disability Programs
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Family-forming benefits
Life and Serious Injury Benefits
Paid leave of absence programs
Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off
Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off