The opportunity
Our mission at Duolingo is to develop the best education in the world and make it universally available. It’s a big mission, and even though we've made a lot of headway, we still have work to do — and that’s where you come in!
What you'll do
Set research direction with cross-functional partners by identifying the: highest-impact questions and translating them into a clear, prioritized research projects
Lead end-to-end research across the product lifecycle; including 0→1: discovery on big bets, concept testing, and post-launch UX/UI iterations
Develop strong product intuition to generate insights and product ideas that: connect the learner experience to product strategy, tradeoffs, and measurable outcomes
Build durable visibility for research: establish systems for sharing outputs and deliver regular, decision-focused updates that keep stakeholders aligned
Elevate research impact through leadership beyond your own projects: mentor other researchers, uplevel our research practices, and introduce innovative methods/tooling when it increases speed and rigor
+ years of experience leading product research for consumer-facing digital: products, including owning complex problem spaces
What they're looking for
- Mixed-method, collaborative research experience working with designers and product managers
- Experience using AI tools throughout the research process
- Demonstrated ability to generate clear and concise insights that deliver successful product outcomes
- Experience thriving in high-velocity environments while maintaining strong research rigor and craft