Full-Time

Director – Design

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Figma

Figma

1,001-5,000 employees

Web-based platform for collaborative design

Consumer Software
Design

Compensation Overview

$250k - $338kAnnually

+ Equity + Competitive Benefits

Senior

San Francisco, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: New York, NY, USA

Role can be held from San Francisco, New York, or remotely in the United States.

Category
Product & UX/UI Design
UI/UX & Design
Requirements
  • 5+ years of design management experience.
  • Experience leading design efforts for a suite of products or working on features that span multiple product lines.
  • A proven track record of collaboration with cross-functional teams to solve complex design challenges.
  • Hands-on expertise with Figma and other common design tools, and a strong ability to mentor and guide design teams.
  • An understanding of the unique challenges of integrating multiple products into a cohesive user experience.
  • Experience working on technical products or complex systems (e.g. productivity tools, gaming, word processing, etc.).
  • Depth in the latest AI developments and modern tooling.
  • Experience working on early stage or zero-to-one projects.
  • The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment, bringing a sense of humor and a proactive, solution-oriented approach.
  • Comfort exploring and experimenting with new methodologies and continuously seeking to improve both personal and team performance.
Responsibilities
  • Lead and grow a high-performing design team to tackle cross-product challenges.
  • Partner with Product and Engineering leads to align on strategy, improve processes, and ensure successful execution.
  • Develop a clear vision for how Figma’s products interact and advocate for this vision across the organization.
  • Enhance design practices within the team through processes like critiques and design sprints, fostering a culture of excellence.
  • Advance Figma’s design systems to support seamless user experiences across all products.

Figma provides a web-based platform designed for collaborative interface design, allowing multiple users to work on the same project in real-time from different locations. This platform is particularly useful for UI (User Interface) and UX (User Experience) designers, as well as graphic designers involved in tasks like prototyping, wireframing, and brainstorming. Figma serves a diverse clientele, ranging from freelance designers to large corporations, and is especially favored by tech companies and creative agencies. The company operates on a subscription-based model, offering a freemium option with basic features for free and advanced functionalities through paid plans. Additionally, Figma generates revenue from enterprise solutions that offer enhanced features for larger organizations. By continuously improving its platform and integrating with other design tools, Figma aims to be a central hub for design activities and to retain its customer base while attracting new users.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$728.6M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-67%

1 year growth

-64%

2 year growth

36%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Figma's AI-powered tools enhance design workflows and challenge Adobe's market position.
  • The new Pattern Library feature streamlines design processes and boosts team collaboration.
  • Opening an office in Sydney expands Figma's reach in the Asia-Pacific market.

What critics are saying

  • Legal disputes, like the lawsuit against Motiff, could harm Figma's reputation and finances.
  • User discomfort with the UI 3.0 update may lead to dissatisfaction and customer loss.
  • Focusing on AI development might divert resources from core product improvements.

What makes Figma unique

  • Figma offers real-time collaboration, setting it apart from traditional design tools.
  • The platform's web-based nature allows seamless access without software installation.
  • Figma's freemium model attracts a wide range of users, from freelancers to enterprises.

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Benefits

Competitive salary & equity

Retirement with company contribution

Mental health and wellness benefits

Company recharge days

Work from home stipend

Health, Dental, & Vision

Parental leave & fertility support

Generous PTO

Learning & development stipend

Cell phone reimbursement