Rapid Researcher

What you'll do at Figma

• Conduct research studies to gather user feedback and insights throughout the development process, working in quick sprints
• Synthesize research findings into actionable product recommendations that land with stakeholders and inspire action
• Present product recommendations to cross-functional teams and senior leadership, telling the story behind the data—not just reporting insights
• Rotate across product areas and teams as needed, building credibility and relationships quickly without being embedded long-term
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to integrate user insights into the product development process
• Continuously evaluate existing product experiences to surface strategic opportunities and keep Figma alert to user needs
• Lead and mentor junior researchers on best practices and methodologies
• Experiment with tools, templates, and workflows to make research faster and sharper

We'd love to hear from you if you have

• 7+ years in research/design roles at fast-paced product organizations, UX/design agencies, or strategic consultancies focused on digital experience
• Proficient in mixed methods research, including qualitative (e.g., interviews) and quantitative (e.g., surveys, data analysis) approaches
• Proven communicator and storyteller, with a track record of presenting recommendations that secured executive buy-in or drove product changes
• Quickly ramps up on new projects and delivers measurable impact (1-2 weeks from start to finish)
• Actively integrates AI tools into their research workflow to increase speed, quality, or scale

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

• Experience in a major tech company with a strong evaluative research function
• A knack for figuring out ambiguous problems and shaping them into clear goals
• Proficiency with designing and prototyping—ideally within the Figma suite of tools
• Adaptable and scrappy, with a history of thriving in fast-paced, dynamic environments

Compensation

Annual Base Salary Range: $169,000—$250,000 USD