About this role
Own the problem space. Shape what we build next.
At Doodle, we are building the future of scheduling and productivity, not just improving flows but redefining how people coordinate, decide, and collaborate. A major part of this future is powered by AI and intelligent systems.
We are looking for a Senior UX Researcher who goes far beyond usability testing. This is a product discovery and product definition role focused on identifying new opportunities, shaping product strategy, and helping the company decide what to build next before we decide how to build it. You will play a key role in shaping AI-powered product experiences and value propositions.
What You Will Do
Lead product discovery and exploratory research in ambiguous, strategic problem spaces, including AI-driven and data-powered experiences
Identify new user needs, jobs-to-be-done, and opportunity areas that can become future products or major initiatives, especially where AI can create step-change value
Frame problems, not just validate solutions. Help define what is worth building
Translate qualitative and quantitative insights into - Clear product opportunities, Problem frames, Experience principles, Strategic narratives and decision tools
Partner closely with Product, Design, and Engineering to shape product strategy and roadmap direction for AI-powered initiatives
Influence prioritization and investment decisions with strong user evidence and clear point of view
Run generative research, field studies, concept testing, and rapid learning loops, including testing AI concepts, models, and behaviors
Facilitate discovery workshops, sensemaking sessions, and strategic alignment rituals
Communicate insights in a way that helps leadership make bets under uncertainty, especially in emerging AI-driven spaces
Balance rigor with speed in a fast-moving environment
What you Bring
6+ years of experience in UX Research, Product Discovery, Strategic Design, or similar roles
Proven experience working on 0-to-1 products, new initiatives, or major product bets
Hands-on experience working on AI-powered or data-driven products
Strong understanding of how AI systems impact user experience, trust, control, and decision making
Strong ability to work in abstract problem spaces and turn messy signals into clear direction
Experience influencing product strategy and leadership decisions, not just delivery teams
Excellent synthesis, storytelling, and facilitation skills
Comfort working without clear briefs, fixed scopes, or predefined solutions
Strong systems thinking mindset
Bonus
Experience with generative AI, recommendations, automation, or intelligent decision support systems
Experience shaping new AI-enabled value propositions or new product lines
Background in service design, ethnography, or behavioral research
Experience in startup, scaleup, or innovation environments
Hiring Journey
Initial Application and portfolio Review
Hiring Manager Interview
Interview with Exec - Product Head
HR Interview
Offer
At Doodle, we’re committed to providing an environment of mutual trust and respect, where equal employment opportunities (EEO) are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to age, race, color, disability, religion, gender, and sexual orientation. Diversity and inclusion are of utmost importance to us. We’re committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work and our products will be. We want to hear from you, so please don’t hesitate to apply!We look forward to receiving your full application.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that we can only consider your application if you are based in Germany and have the right to work there. At this time, we are unable to sponsor a visa for this position or provide support with relocation.