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Sony Electronics Inc. islooking for the risk-takers, the collaborators, the inspired and the inspirational. We want the people who are brave enough to work at the cutting edge and create solutions that will enrich and improve the lives of people across the globe. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. In addition, our team members enjoy innovative work-life balance opportunities including a hybrid home/office workplace, monthly "Free Fridays", and early shutdowns on Fridays throughout the year (including half-days during the summer). So, if you want to join a "Best Place to Work" company and make the world say wow, let's talk. Senior Human Factors Engineer/ UX researcher Location: San Diego Hire Type: 12 month contract with potential to convert to Sony Employee Pay Rate: $50-65/hour (Depending on experience This role is a contract role through Sony Managed Service Provider DZX. The User Experience design (UX) Group of the Sony in San Diego has openings for senior human factor engineering /UX researcher position. We are looking for experienced researchers with passion for user experience and consumer products who can plan, manage and conduct UI/UX research, analyze data, create report in order to improve every UX aspects of Sony products. The UX Group is part of a multi-disciplinary team that designs and researches UI/UX for many of Sony products. The ideal candidate will have extensive research background with user-centered design of consumer products and usability evaluations at various stages of product development. He or she will work on prototype which requires trouble shooting of the software or creating prototype using Figma or other SW. He or she will have experience with effectively negotiating interactions with various stake holders such as designers, engineers, and business development. Responsibilities: Plan and manage research with stake holders which includes surveys, ethnographic field studies, task based usability test sessions, contextual inquiries, expert reviews Project management Recruit participants and scheduling Create discussion guide , moderate sessions, analyze the data and create report Design survey, analyze and create report Design/develop prototype or trouble shoot prototype Manage stakeholder's request Desired Skills: ability to focus on the customer's needs knowledge of basic user-centered design principles Knowledge of UI industry standards for interface design and user testing methodologies experience with statistical analysis of user research, survey creation hands on knowledge and experience in designing and developing prototype ability to work independently and efficiently on complex projects ability to deliver high quality work on tight schedules careful attention to detail strong verbal and written communication skills ability to collaborate and work as a team understanding for multi cultures Work with stake holders from different cultural background and native languages and manage their expectations Mentor junior members Requirements: Bachelors Degree (or higher) in Human Factors, Human-Computer Interaction with demonstrated experience in an equivalent field min of 3 years Advance knowledge and hands on experience on power point, word, and excel. Proficiency in Qualtrics Basic knowledge in Figma or other type of development tool or programming Sony Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values employees with a broad cross-cultural perspective. We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond. All applicants will receive fair and impartial treatment without regard torace, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, legally protected physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, status in the U.S. uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information or on any other basis which is protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Sony Electronics Inc. and Sony of Canada ULC. Sony Electronics Inc. andSony of Canada Ltd. provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact us by email attalenthelp@am.sony.com, or you can mail your resume to: Sony Electronics, Human Resources Department, 16535 Via Esprillo, San Diego CA 92127.Please indicate the position you are applying for. EEO is the Law EEO is the Law Supplement Right to Work (English/Spanish) E-Verify Participation (English/Spanish) Sony Electronics

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