Lead User Researcher
AtticusSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Travel, Hospitality, BiotechnologyIndustries
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What experience is required for the Lead UX Researcher role?
Candidates need 5+ years in UX Research, preferably in consumer product, marketplace, e-commerce, or travel, including leading complex multi-method projects. Mastery of moderated and unmoderated testing, AI-native skills for research tasks, and tool fluency in UserTesting.com, Maze, Hotjar/FullStory are required.
What tools should I be familiar with for this position?
Fluency in UserTesting.com, Maze, Hotjar/FullStory is required, with experience in Lookback, UserZoom, dscout, Qualtrics/Typeform/SurveyMonkey as a plus.
Is this a remote position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What is the salary or compensation for this role?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What makes a strong candidate for this founding Lead UX Researcher role?
A strong candidate is a systems thinker with 5+ years in UX Research who can build the research function from 0→1, excels in moderated/unmoderated testing, is AI-native, and has tool fluency to partner across Product, Design, Engineering, and Operations.
Wander
Vacation home rentals with hotel amenities
About Wander
Wander.com offers vacation home rentals that come with hotel-grade amenities, catering to a wide range of travelers from casual vacationers to frequent visitors. The platform allows users to browse and book vacation homes through the Wander app, which features a diverse portfolio of properties in various scenic locations. Each rental is designed to provide an enhanced experience, including modern workstations, top-tier cleaning services, and 24/7 concierge support. What sets Wander apart from traditional vacation rental services is its focus on combining the comfort of a home with luxury hotel-like features. The company's goal is to create a relaxing and thoughtful vacation experience for its users, as evidenced by the positive feedback from over 212,603 app users who appreciate the service.
Austin, TexasHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$31.1MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries
51-200Employees
Benefits
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Paid Vacation
Risks
High competition from startups using social media to capture market share.
Over-reliance on luxury market segment vulnerable to economic downturns.
Challenges in maintaining consistent standards across diverse property locations.
Differentiation
Wander offers hotel-grade amenities in vacation rentals, setting it apart from competitors.
The company integrates smart mattresses for personalized sleep experiences, enhancing guest satisfaction.
Wander's diverse property portfolio includes unique locations like Yellowstone Valley and Kauai Cliffs.
Upsides
$100M credit facility from Credit Suisse supports expansion and service enhancement.
Partnership with Once Upon A Coconut attracts health-conscious travelers with sustainable refreshments.
Social media marketing on TikTok and Instagram increases brand visibility among younger demographics.
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