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Senior UX Researcher at Aquia. . Location: U.S. - Remote. About Aquia Inc.. . Named the “#1 Best Remote Startup to Work For in 2025” by Built In, Aquia is a digital services firm specializing in cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and compliance automation for the U.S. government.  . . Founded by Veterans, we are passionate about making our country digitally capable and secure. Since 2021, we’ve generated millions in cost savings through cloud services and licensing optimization, enabled civil servants to double health care fraud investigations through streamlined cloud-based systems, and reduced authorization timelines by 74% through modernized security processes. Last year, we were named the 2024 Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (SDVOSB) of the Year by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).. Overview. . We’re seeking an experienced Senior UX Researcher to join our cross-functional team supporting digital products for Veterans and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). You’ll work alongside engineers, designers, and product managers to ensure product decisions are grounded in user needs and informed by data. This role requires hands-on research expertise, strong collaboration skills, and experience in government contracting.. . What you’ll do:. . . Identify appropriate research methods to answer key questions based on project goals, user needs, and technical or policy constraints.. . Design and conduct research using qualitative and quantitative methods (e.g., interviews, surveys, usability testing, A/B testing).. . Plan and lead both discovery and evaluative research across the product lifecycle.. . Translate research findings into clear, actionable insights that inform design, development, and product strategy.. . Collaborate with designers, engineers, and the product manager to ensure research findings are embedded in decision-making.. . Work directly with stakeholders and VA partners to align on objectives, clarify research goals, and communicate outcomes.. . Contribute to design documentation and requirements by incorporating evidence-based user needs.. . Review and interpret behavioral and usage data from Datadog, GA4, and Domo, and translate findings into clear recommendations that drive product and design improvements.. . Proactively identify research opportunities and advocate for the Veteran user experience in team discussions.. . . What you’ll bring:. . . 5+ years of experience conducting user research in cross-functional teams. . Demonstrated experience conducting user research on government contracts, ideally within the VA.. . Strong understanding of mobile-first design principles.. . Experience with design systems and reusable component libraries.. . Proficient with tools such as Figma and Mural for collaboration and design.. . Comfortable navigating GitHub for collaborating with engineering teams.. . Experience working in Agile development environments.. . Deep familiarity with accessibility standards, including Section 508 and WCAG (a11y) compliance.. . Strong communication skills with the ability to distill complex findings into clear insights for diverse audiences.. . Remote - USA. $120,000. - . $140,000. . USD. Benefits. . . Premium health care plans (90% employer-paid). . Employee stock plan. . 100% 401k match (up to IRS annual max). . Generous PTO package. . Personal training and development budget. . .  . . Stay in touch. . Sign up for our newsletter. to receive updates on cloud and cybersecurity in the public sector and what's new at Aquia.. . Aquia Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.