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Manager, Software Engineering - AI Product

Leads a team of engineers to build and advance AI capabilities in Figma's core products, partnering with Product, Engineering, AI Research, and Data Science to drive strategy and 0→1 innovation. Requires 3+ years managing high-performing teams with AI product experience.

258k – 376k
Remote3+ YOEEngineering Management

About the role

What you’ll do at Figma

  • Lead and grow a diverse team of engineers building and advancing Figma’s AI capabilities across core products
  • Partner closely with Product, Engineering, AI Research, and Data Science to define strategy and drive a clear roadmap for AI-powered experiences
  • Hire, mentor, and retain exceptional engineering talent, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and thoughtful risk-taking
  • Drive 0→1 innovation by identifying opportunities and applying emerging AI technologies to meaningfully improve the user experience
  • Champion Figma’s commitment to diversity and inclusion by actively contributing to equitable hiring practices, team development, and cross-company initiatives

We'd love to hear from you if you have

  • 3+ years of experience hiring, leading, and developing high-performing engineering teams
  • Proven experience building and scaling AI-powered product capabilities, ideally in fast-paced, high-growth environments
  • Demonstrated track record of driving 0→1 product development, with the ability to translate ambiguous ideas into impactful, production-ready features
  • Strong ability to build and operate fast-moving teams that balance innovation with execution
  • Genuine curiosity and enthusiasm for emerging AI technologies and their application to user-facing products

While not required, it’s an added plus if you also have

  • Knowledge and experience in generative AI, RAG, the fine-tuning process and its application to creative products
  • Experience digging into product analytics and data yourself to help create new opportunities or investment areas for your team

Skills

AIGenerative AIRAGMachine LearningData ScienceProduct AnalyticsEngineering LeadershipTeam Building

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