Toni Tallie

About Toni Tallie

As a Staff UX Research Leader at Google, I lead the end-to-end research strategy for the Pixel Buds hardware and software ecosystem. My work focuses on bridging high-level engineering capabilities with human needs, overseeing research across human factors, social norms, and hardware/software usability to ensure seamless, user-centered design.​With 17 years of experience - spanning foundational consumer insights at Procter & Gamble to leading three generations of flagship hardware launches - I specialize in the complex challenges of bringing Hardware and AI features to wearables. I thrive at the intersection of technical innovation and real-world utility, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver successful products.​With a degree in Chemistry, my mantra remains: Good research is good science, no matter the product.

Experience

1. Staff Ux Research Manager - Pixel Buds Hardware & Software

   Google

   Jul 2022 — Present · Mountain View, CA, US

   Direct end-to-end UXR for three generations of Pixel Buds hardware and software, leading a high-performing team from initial concept through successful global launches.​Bridge the gap between engineering and the user by overseeing research on all areas including: human factors, sensors (e.g. touch controls), and audio quality to ensure technical capabilities provide a mutually beneficial experience.​Define the AI HW UX by integrating Gemini and other AI features into the hearables ecosystem, focusing on user value, usability, launch blockers and defining the 2-year feature roadmap.​Drive XFN alignment with UX Design, Industrial Design, Product Design, Engineering, and PM to rigorously validate product performance of dozens of features through pre-market testing, ensuring launch readiness and strategic product-market fit.

Education

• University of Florida

  Chemistry, Chemistry

  2004 — 2008