UX Research Manager, AI Mode
Company: Google
Location: Mountain View
Posted on: March 20, 2026
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Job Description:
Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
practical experience. 8 years of experience in an applied research
setting, or similar. 3 years of experience leading design projects
and managing people or teams. Experience in developing, launching
products, technologies within Artificial Intelligence/Machine
Learning (AI/ML). Preferred qualifications: Masters degree or PhD
in Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Science, Statistics,
Psychology, Anthropology, or related field. 7 years of experience
working with executive leadership (e.g., Director level and above).
5 years of experience managing projects, and working in a large,
matrixed organization. About the job UX Research Managers are
fierce advocates for the people who use our products as well as the
members of their teams. You’re an expert at using qualitative
research methods such as field studies, interviews, and diary
studies to shape product development and influence overall
strategy. In this role, you’ll take the time to understand not just
the execution side of UX, but also the business aspects of the
products we build. You’ll collaborate with leaders of other UX,
Engineering, and Product Management teams to create innovative
experiences across all of Google’s products, leveraging your
passion for brand, craft, and design quality. You will lead a team
of researchers at the forefront of shaping the future of
information discovery. Your team will be responsible for
understanding the evolving needs and behaviors of users as they
interact with AI-powered search results. You will guide your team
in conducting foundational and iterative research to inform the
development of AI Mode, AI Overviews, and other related features.
Collaborating closely with product managers, designers, and
engineers, you will ensure that the user is at the center of the
product development process. Your work will directly influence how
millions of users interact with Google Search, making it more
intuitive, intelligent, and helpful. In Google Search, were
reimagining what it means to search for information – any way and
anywhere. To do that, we need to solve complex engineering
challenges and expand our infrastructure, while maintaining a
universally accessible and useful experience that people around the
world rely on. In joining the Search team, youll have an
opportunity to make an impact on billions of people globally. The
US base salary range for this full-time position is
$189,000-$274,000 bonus equity benefits. Our salary ranges are
determined by role, level, and location. Within the range,
individual pay is determined by work location and additional
factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant
education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the
specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring
process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US
role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include
bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google .
Responsibilities Lead and mentor a team of UX researchers,
fostering their growth and development. Develop and execute a
comprehensive user research roadmap for our AI models, aligning
with product priorities and business goals. Design and oversee a
wide range of research studies, including usability testing, user
interviews, surveys, and contextual inquiries, to gather insights
into user needs, behaviors, and pain points. Evaluate the quality
of AI output in relation to user instructions, and identify common
failure modes or areas where the AI misunderstands user intent.
Define and refine the research methodologies and processes used by
the team to ensure high-quality, impactful research.
Keywords: Google, Castro Valley , UX Research Manager, AI Mode, IT / Software / Systems , Mountain View, California
