Associate UX Research Manager for AI Full-time

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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The salary range for this position is $131,420.00 – $216,870.00. Actual offer will be based on your qualifications.

Pay Transparency

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About Red Hat

Red Hat is the world’s leading provider of enterprise open source software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40+ countries, our associates work flexibly across work environments, from in-office, to office-flex, to fully remote, depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We’re a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact.

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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