Senior Specialist Researcher

About The Company If you see technology as a way to smooth your path in life, our team does too: Your Path, Our Journey. We believe in technology that connects talented people who embrace diversity to create and share paths we don't even know about (yet). We work to generate value not only for our users but, above all, for the communities we serve and for society as a whole, making every day better for everyone with mobility and delivery services (99) or digital payments (99Pay). To make life easier for millions of people every day, since 2018, we have been part of DiDi DiDi Global Inc., the world’s leading mobility technology platform. We are pioneers in creating innovative solutions that start in Brazil and scale up to make a positive impact in more than 12 countries where DiDi operates. This innovation encompasses sustainability, safety, artificial intelligence, financial markets, and much more. We are seeking a Senior Researcher with a strong background in consumer behavior, market research, or psychology to lead strategic insight initiatives in a multicultural, fast-paced, and highly dynamic environment. This role will lead the execution of user research, including direct interaction with users, and drive proactive initiatives for continuous customer feedback. By incorporating competitor analysis and market trend identification, the researcher will generate insights into user behavior, preferences, and needs — fueling product innovation, experience improvements, and business growth. In this role, you'll be... Design and conduct consumer behavior research (qualitative and quantitative), including interviews, surveys, concept testing, and market analysis. Translate research findings into strategic recommendations for product, operations, and customer service teams. Act as a cultural bridge between Brazil and international teams (especially China), ensuring effective communication and alignment. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (Product, Operations, CX, Growth, etc.) to drive evidence-based decision-making. We're eager to be in touch because you have... Degree in Psychology, Business, Marketing, Social Sciences, Behavioral Economics, or a related field. Proven experience in Consumer Insights, Market Research, or Behavioral Research. Strong ability to synthesize data into clear, actionable insights for business stakeholders. Fluency in Mandarin Chinese and Portuguese; English is a strong plus. Excellent intercultural communication skills and ability to thrive in global/multicultural environments. Willingness and availability to travel as required. You'll love working at DiDi because... We create user value. We strive to always create valuable experiences for our users in everything we do. Our focus is to always innovate new experiences that are safe, pleasant and efficient. We are data-driven. We are strong believers in making informed decisions, that’s why we are data-driven. We can better navigate the business landscape strategically by analyzing valuable metrics. Win-win Collaboration. Success is a team sport. When we work to help our partners and colleagues win, we win, too. While keeping everyone's best interest at heart, we communicate with candor and execute with excellence in all we do. We believe in integrity. Integrity is at the very core of our business. We are people who always want to do the right thing. Our intentions are sincere, we speak our minds and listen to each other. Growth. We always strive to do better. That means venturing beyond our comfort zones, learning from our mistakes, and helping each other grow. Diversity and Inclusion. Diversity is one of our biggest strengths. Our differences are what make us distinct. We respect each other and believe in equal opportunities for all. Diversity & Inclusion Diversity is not a vision of the future or something we wish to have one day, it is a non-negotiable value of who we are. We practice inclusion, plurality, and respect. And we count on the governance of the Diversity Committee, which works together with HR, leadership and identity groups - 99Adapta, 99Afro, 99Cores, 99Mulheres, and 99Mamães. This part of our journey has been written, there remains a long road before us. We reinforce that this position is open to everyone, including pregnant people and people with disabilities (PwD). Seniority level : Mid-Senior level Employment type : Full-time Job function : Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries : Software Development #J-18808-Ljbffr