User Researcher (Japanese-speaking)

We are looking for new talent to join us on our journey! 🚀

Working at our company means working at a young, international, and fast-paced iGaming and technology company that offers an ideal workplace for those who want to have a real impact on the growth of an organization and are craving responsibilities. It also means having lots of fun! 🎉

The User Researcher will play a pivotal role in understanding user behaviors, needs, and motivations in the Japanese market. By conducting qualitative and quantitative research, you will provide actionable insights to inform product design and development. Youʼll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including UX designers, product managers, and marketing, to enhance user satisfaction and engagement. 

✍️ Your daily tasks will be 

• Designing and conducting localized research to understand user behaviors, needs, and preferences in the Japanese market, employing methods such as usability testing, interviews, and surveys;
• Synthesizing findings into actionable insights and deliver them through reports and presentations to guide product teams in creating user-centered solutions;
• Collaborating with UX designers, product managers, and other stakeholders to integrate research findings into the design and development process;
• Acting as an advocate for the unique cultural and behavioral nuances of the Japanese market;
• Ensuring our gambling and sports betting products resonate with local users;
• Contributing to improving research operations, staying informed of industry trends, and continuously enhancing methodologies.

✔️ What we expect from you

• Native-level proficiency in Japanese and fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Proven experience (min 3 years) in user research, preferably within the gambling, crypto, fintech or related industries;
• Expertise in conducting qualitative and quantitative research, with a strong portfolio showcasing your work;
• Strong understanding of Japanese cultural, social, and behavioral trends;
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively in a global, remote-friendly environment
• Experience presenting research findings to diverse stakeholders and influencing decision-making;
• Knowledge of research tools like UserTesting, Lyssna, User Interviews, and other similar tools;
• Experience working with cross-functional and distributed teams. Experience working with remote teams all over the world;
• Familiarity with cryptocurrencies and Web3 technology is a plus;
• Previous experience in iGaming is a plus.

🚀 What will you find at Yolo Group?

• Generous learning & development package 📚 (personal development plan & trainings, company-wide knowledge sharing & trainings)
• Opportunity to invest in the Group’s own venture fund, Yolo Investments 💸
• Focus on your well-being via monthly sports compensation, 3 health days per year, and private health insurance
• Celebrating together! 🥳 Birthday day off, paid vacation days to celebrate personal life achievements, e.g., child’s first school day, engagement, marriage, etc.
• Comfortable offices, plenty of fruits 🍎, snacks, drinks, and good vibes
• Most legendary events and networking opportunities with colleagues across the whole Group 🎉
• Free parking at the office

If you feel excited, but would like to hear more, don't hesitate to apply, and we will sort everything out as we go! 

Yolo Group brings next-level innovation to the worlds of gaming, fintech, blockchain, and more. Serving millions of users worldwide, the Yolo Group is committed to putting the customer at the center of the universe via a wide range of fun, fast and fair products and services. Powered by a team of 900+ Yoloers from 60+ different nationalities around the world, the Yolo's disruptive DNA is matched only by a desire to take everything we work on "to the moon".