About the job
About Strava
Strava is the ultimate app for active individuals, boasting a community of over 180 million athletes across more than 185 countries. More than just a fitness tracker, Strava is a platform where people come together to achieve their goals, from forming new habits to breaking personal records. Whether you're into cycling, running, or any other sport, Strava is your go-to app. Join us and embark on your journey with Strava today.
Our mission is straightforward: to inspire people to lead their most active lives. We believe in the transformative power of movement to connect and propel individuals forward.
About This Role
The Research & Insights team at Strava is dedicated to guiding user-centered decision-making that drives our business and product innovation. We convert user signals into strategic insights, validating opportunities and creating experiences that empower our users to thrive, ensuring they remain loyal members of the Strava community.
We are seeking a Senior UX/Product Researcher to spearhead the comprehensive research program for User Lifecycle. The User Lifecycle team is responsible for the entire Strava membership experience, from the first app download to lifelong community engagement. Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to conduct impactful research that informs product strategy and ensures decisions are grounded in data-driven insights. You will report directly to the Director of Research and Insights.
What You’ll Do:
- Collaborate with stakeholders and the research team to identify, prioritize, and lead research initiatives that significantly impact company and product strategy, user satisfaction, and overall business outcomes.
- Lead high-impact research projects while working closely with cross-functional partners, including Design, Product Management, Data Science, Engineering, and Marketing.
- Identify optimal methods for sharing research insights, establishing trust-based relationships with colleagues to foster collaboration and innovation. You will influence cross-functional partners to act on research findings by providing clear, actionable recommendations and relevant business context.
- Embrace a diversity of perspectives while maintaining a strong personal viewpoint that effectively cuts through complexity.

