# Manager, Software Engineering - AI Product

**Company:** [Figma](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/figma)
**Location:** Remote
**Role:** Engineering Management
**Salary:** $258k – $376k/yr
**Experience:** 3+ years
**Skills:** AI, Generative AI, RAG, Machine Learning, Data Science, Product Analytics, Engineering Leadership, Team Building
**Posted:** 2026-03-31

> 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.

## Job Description

## 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

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