Senior User Experience Research Manager- Apex Legends

Electronic Arts

  • Vancouver, BC
  • $114,050-185,250 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
We are EA-the world's largest video game publisher. You are probably familiar with many of our game franchises- Apex Legends, Star Wars Jedi, and Battlefield to name a few. But what does that mean for you? It means more opportunities to unleash your creativity, be inspired by those around you and ignite your path in any direction you choose.You would report to the Global Director of UX Research to lead the UX Research team supporting the Apex Legends franchise. You would ensure that research insights are being integrated by development partners to deliver outstanding experiences for the millions of Apex Legends players around the world.Responsibilities:
  • Create an integrated research strategy for Apex Legends in partnership with other insights functions.
  • Empower UX Researchers in Vancouver, Toronto, and other locations to have maximum impact.
  • Advocate for the role of UX Research with game development partners and integrate key areas of focus for research into game development plans.
  • Partner with game development teams to define actionable next steps from research.
  • Create research approaches to inform the development of new experiences.
  • Ensure that UX Research is properly staffed to meet the needs of development partners.
Qualifications:
  • You have an advanced degree in experimental psychology (experimental, social, cognitive), human computer interaction, human factors, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
  • You have 5+ years' industry experience in research design and conducting user research across platforms.
  • You have 5+ years' industry experience leading research teams.
At EA, we believe that every member of the UX Research team has the opportunity to influence not only the player experience of their games but also the future of the UX Research team. Everyone on the team is encouraged to bring their true selves to every discussion.BC COMPENSATION AND BENEFITSThe base salary ranges listed below are for the defined geographic market pay zones in these locations. If you reside outside of these locations, a recruiter will advise on the base salary range and benefits for your specific location.EA has listed the base salary ranges it in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in the locations listed, as of the time of this posting. Salary offered will be determined based on numerous relevant business and candidate factors including, for example, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and business or organizational needs.BASE SALARY RANGES
  • British Columbia (depending on location e.g. Vancouver vs. Victoria):
º $114,050 - $185,250 CAN AnnuallyBase salary is just one part of the overall compensation at EA. We also offer a package of benefits including vacation (3 weeks per year to start), 10 days per year of sick time, paid top-up to EI/QPIP benefits up to 100% of base salary when you welcome a new child (12 weeks for maternity, and 4 weeks for parental/adoption leave), extended health/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan to regular full-time employees. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.

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