UX Researcher

ABOUT FANDUEL GROUP

There are more ways to win, here at FanDuel. We’re willing to bet on it.

THE ROSTER…

At FanDuel Group, we give fans a new and innovative way to interact with their favorite games, sports, and teams. We’re dedicated to building a winning team and we pride ourselves on being able to make every moment mean more, especially when it comes to your career. So, what does “winning” look like at FanDuel? It’s recognition for your hard-earned results, a culture that brings out your best work—and a roster full of talented coworkers. Make no mistake, we are here to win, but we believe in winning right. That means we’ll never compromise when it comes to looking out for our teammates. From creative professionals to cutting-edge technology innovators, FanDuel offers a wide range of career opportunities, best-in-class benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best self. At FanDuel, our principle of “We Are One Team” runs through all our offices across the globe, and you can expect to be a part of an exciting company with many opportunities to grow and be successful.

WHO WE ARE…

FanDuel Group is an innovative sports-tech entertainment company that is changing the way consumers engage with their favorite sports, teams, and leagues. The premier gaming destination in the United States, FanDuel Group consists of a portfolio of leading brands across gaming, sports betting, daily fantasy sports, advance-deposit wagering, and TV/media.

FanDuel Group has a presence across all 50 states with approximately 17 million customers and nearly 30 retail locations. The company is based in New York with offices in California, New Jersey, Florida, Oregon, Georgia, Portugal, Romania and Scotland.

Its network FanDuel TV and FanDuel+ are broadly distributed on linear cable television and through its relationships with leading direct-to-consumer OTT platforms.

FanDuel Group is a subsidiary of Flutter Entertainment plc, the world's largest sports betting and gaming operator with a portfolio of globally recognized brands and a constituent of the FTSE 100 index of the London Stock Exchange.

THE POSITION: 

Our roster has an opening with your name on it

Seeking a highly motivated individual to join our UX & Design team as a UX Researcher. You’ll take part in meaningful work and real-life projects as you gain an in-depth look into the inner workings of one of the world's premier sports-technology & entertainment companies. You'll learn from some of the most innovative and experienced minds in the industry and improve your knowledge of User Experience processes in a fast-paced environment. Are you passionate about sports and/or gaming? Come join FanDuel on our quest to offer the best-in-class sports gaming experience for our customers and fans. 

THE GAME PLAN:

Everyone on our team has a part to play

• Helps the team contribute to projects by completing tasks assigned to them.
• Understands and completes tasks using the basic aspects of UX Research.
• Learns quickly and models after the best people and practices around them.
• Helps the team contribute to projects by completing tasks assigned to them.
• Has a very close coaching relationship with a more senior member of the team on technical and behavioural skills.
• Conducting a wide range of product and design/user experience (UX) research projects, including generative and evaluative research.
• Contribute to improving efficiency, effectiveness, and other business objectives, making your work diverse and impactful.

THE STATS:

What we're looking for in our next teammate

• 2+ years of experience in UX Research or Master Degree in related UX Research Field
• Capable in choosing research methodologies to fit the problem, in discussion with colleagues.
• Capable in conducting an expert review of a product and making recommendations for improvements.
• Understanding of established patterns for web and native platforms.
• Organises, facilitates and analyses successful usability testing sessions unaided.
• Encourages design to engage with research.
• Basic understanding of our users and how they use our products.
• Communicates research findings and next steps clearly.
• Begins developing understanding of design practices and principles
• Advancing in moderating skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with project stakeholders and teams across different locations and cultures
• Strong multitasking skills and the ability to connect the dots between multiple projects while aligning with the core product and business values
• Willingness to work independently and collaboratively, thrive in fast-paced environments with tight deadlines, and efficiently handle high-volume tasks

PLAYER CONTRACT:

We treat our team right

• From our many opportunities for professional development to our generous insurance and paid leave policies, we’re committed to making sure our employees get as much out of FanDuel as we ask them to give. Competitive compensation is just the beginning. As part of our team, you can expect:
• An exciting and fun environment committed to driving real growth
• Opportunities to build really cool products that fans love
• Mentorship and professional development resources to help you refine your game
• Flexible vacation allowance to let you refuel
• Hall of Fame benefit programs and platforms

FanDuel Group is an equal opportunities employer and we believe, as one of our principal states, “We Are One Team!” We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status. We believe FanDuel is strongest and best able to compete if all employees feel valued, respected, and included. We want our team to include diverse individuals because diversity of thought, diversity of perspectives, and diversity of experiences leads to better performance. Having a diverse and inclusive workforce is a core value that we believe makes our company stronger and more competitive as One Team! 

The applicable salary range for this position is $82,000 to $112,000 which is dependent on a variety of factors including relevant experience, location, business needs and market demand. This role may also be eligible for short-term or long-term incentive compensation.

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