Senior Qualitative UX Researcher at Suno

New York, New York, United States

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$165,000 – $210,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Music, Artificial Intelligence, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years of industry experience in UX research, with a strong focus on qualitative methods in fast-paced environments
  • BA or equivalent experience in HCI, Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, or a related field
  • Deep expertise in qualitative research design, execution, and synthesis
  • Solid working knowledge of survey tools and basic statistical analysis
  • Strong storytelling and communication skills, with the ability to distill complexity into clarity
  • Experience working collaboratively across design, product, and engineering teams
  • A proactive, flexible mindset—comfortable navigating ambiguity, shifting priorities, and tight timelines
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in being the single researcher at a startup (even though we have a UX team, we function with high ownership like being the single researcher in a startup)
  • Experience in music, creative tools, or Gen-Z digital culture
  • Familiarity with AI and generative technologies in product experiences
  • PhD in HCI, Psychology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Bonus points if you’ve used Suno to make music

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end qualitative research, including user interviews, usability tests, and diary studies across mobile, web, and platform experiences
  • Support weekly research cycles across product and marketing initiatives, helping teams validate concepts and improve features with rapid iteration
  • Collaborate with Product, Design, and Engineering to scope research, identify learning goals, and synthesize findings into clear, actionable insights
  • Develop and deploy surveys that complement qualitative findings and provide lightweight validation for hypotheses
  • Deliver compelling reports, presentations, and workshops that inspire action and shape roadmap decisions
  • Advocate for the user across all touchpoints—from onboarding to remix tools to artist interactions
  • Help establish and evolve research best practices and scalable processes to support rapid experimentation and growing demand

Skills

Qualitative Research
User Interviews
Usability Testing
Diary Studies
Survey Design
Research Synthesis
Workshops
UX Research

Suno

Platform for music creation and collaboration

About Suno

Suno.com provides a platform for music creation that allows users of all skill levels to compose and produce music. The platform offers basic features for free, while advanced tools and services are available through premium subscriptions. Users can create music without needing extensive musical training, making it accessible to both professionals and hobbyists. Suno.com differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on inclusivity in music creation, enabling anyone to explore their musical creativity. The company's goal is to democratize music creation, making it easier for everyone to participate in the music-making process.

Cambridge, MassachusettsHeadquarters
2022Year Founded
$121.6MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Generous Commuter Benefit
Unlimited Paid Time Off

Risks

Increased competition from new AI music platforms could dilute Suno's market share.
The RIAA lawsuit may lead to legal expenses and restrictions on Suno's technology.
Delays in product rollouts, like the Android app, could affect user acquisition.

Differentiation

Suno offers a unique AI music generator with a Remaster feature for enhancing compositions.
The platform's 'Covers' feature allows users to reinterpret songs in new genres.
Suno's 'Personas' feature provides artists with customizable AI-generated music experiences.

Upsides

AI integration in music creation is increasingly popular, benefiting Suno's user base.
The rise of mobile music apps supports Suno's recent Android app launch.
Growing demand for personalized music experiences aligns with Suno's customizable features.

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