Job Summary:
As an Associate Research Manager, you will lead a team of UX Researchers in the AI space, supporting Red Hat OpenShift AI and RHEL AI. This role is critical in navigating complexity, fostering collaboration, and ensuring user-centered solutions that align with business goals. In this role, you will manage and lead a team of researchers to develop and execute research initiatives that provide actionable insights across our AI solutions.
What you will do:
Manage and support the AI research team across multiple interconnected spaces, ensuring alignment and collaboration.
Navigate complex organizational dynamics to break down silos, facilitate cross-team collaboration, and drive alignment across spaces.
Ensure the UX research team executes a strategic insights agenda aligned with business needs, providing guidance and support to drive high-quality, impactful research outcomes.
Contribute to the development of research methodologies, tools, and processes.
Develop a deep understanding of Red Hat’s AI portfolio, including its business strategy, competitive landscape, and key users and use cases.
Champion user needs, ensuring research-driven insights shape product and solution improvements.
Foster a user-centered culture by advocating for research-informed decision-making and aligning priorities with UX goals.
Support and coach team members in their professional growth by providing continuous feedback, identifying development opportunities, and fostering a culture of learning.
Collaborate with other UXD Managers to advance the research practice, nurture team dynamics and culture, and support team well-being.
Establish and nurture partnerships with teams outside of UXD, leveraging cross-functional expertise to enhance research impact and broaden insights.
What you will bring:
5+ years of experience in UX research, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.
Proven leadership experience managing and supporting UX research teams in complex, technical domains.
Experience conducting research in an enterprise or B2B software environment, particularly in complex technical domains.
Strong knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods, including interviews, usability testing, surveys, ethnographic studies, and data analysis.
Familiarity with enterprise software users, workflows, and industry-specific challenges (e.g., cloud computing, AI, DevOps, or security).
The following will be considered a plus:
Deep understanding of AI technologies, user needs, and industry trends.
Anticipate research opportunities that align with strategic priorities.
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Benefits
● Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
● Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
● Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
● Retirement 401(k) with employer match
● Paid time off and holidays
● Paid parental leave plans for all new parents
● Leave benefits including disability, paid family medical leave, and paid military leave
● Additional benefits including employee stock purchase plan, family planning reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!
Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, permanent associates at Red Hat located in the United States.
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