Lead UX Researcher, Growth

Microsoft is hiring a Lead UX Researcher, Growth to join our fully remote team in the United States. As a Lead UX Researcher, Growth, you'll craft intuitive, beautiful experiences end to end. This is a full-time, work-from-home role open to candidates across the US (Remote — US (East Coast)). About the role You'll craft intuitive, beautiful experiences end to end, partnering with a friendly, distributed team across US time zones. We care about outcomes over hours and give you the autonomy, tools, and support to do your best work from home. What you'll do: • Collaborate closely with product and engineering • Contribute to and maintain the design system • Design flows, wireframes, and high-fidelity mockups • Iterate based on feedback and data • Conduct and apply user research What we offer: • Competitive salary and meaningful equity • Generous paid time off and company holidays • Paid parental leave • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage • 401(k) retirement plan with company match How we work We're remote-first and async-friendly. Expect clear documentation, regular feedback, supportive teammates, and real opportunities to grow your career. Microsoft is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

Minimum qualifications: • 7+ years of experience, including leading teams or projects • Ability to give and receive feedback • Understanding of accessibility and usability • Strong portfolio of shipped work • Proficiency in Figma Nice to have: • Experience working in a fully remote or distributed team • A track record of taking ownership and shipping independently