User Research Specialist

at  Volvo Group

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

WHO WE ARE

Volvo Penta is expanding our development organization for marine and industrial applications. We are currently seeking a User Research Specialist to join the Vehicle Interface team within Electronics and Software. The Vehicle Interface team focuses on creating user interactions in graphical displays and physical control devices. With complete product ownership, the team oversees end-to-end responsibilities for deliverables, documentation, verification, validation, and incorporating customer needs into new product roadmaps.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in a relevant field like Human-Computer Interaction, Design, or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in user-centered research and UX design.
• Profound understanding of user-centered research principles, both quantitative and qualitative, and best practices.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills, with proficiency in graphical and video creation tools.
• Experience in impact mapping, empathy mapping, value proposition canvas, or related methodologies.
• Skilled in leading teams of fellow researchers, developers, and designers.

WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE BELIEVE IN

Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Volvo Penta, a world-leading supplier of engines and complete drive systems for marine and industrial applications, you will be part of a global and diverse team of highly skilled professionals who works with passion, trust each other and embraces change to stay ahead. We make our customers win

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