Full-Time

Developer Advocate

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Figma

Figma

1,001-5,000 employees

Web-based platform for collaborative design

Consumer Software
Design

Senior

London, UK

This is a full-time role that can be held from our London hub.

Category
Developer Relations
Required Skills
JavaScript
React.js
TypeScript

You match the following Figma's candidate preferences

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • 5+ years experience working on production systems writing Javascript/Typescript, in addition to modern component-based frameworks (ex: React)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Comfortable presenting to large groups of developers and stakeholders
  • An understanding of designer workflows and the types of tools used in bridging the gap between designers and developers, would be a plus for this role
  • An entrepreneurial attitude and joy for iterating on projects from early experimental ideas through to completion
  • Experience building developer focused communities and using Figma’s APIs (Plugin or REST) would be a plus for this role
  • Comfort-level with up to 25% of travel
Responsibilities
  • Grow our footprint in the EMEA developer community.
  • Enable Figma developers at scale: Write standard process guides, create and share example code and developer resources, contribute to improving API documentation, and help answer technical API questions from our users.
  • Motivate and empower the community: Maintain and build strong relationships with users and find opportunities to collaborate. Run networks of champions who participate in beta programs, create content, and help run local communities like our Friends of Figma Plugins interest group.
  • Support our sales and business development initiatives: Partner with developers who are building on the Figma platform to help educate and unblock them—this could be partners building integrations with Figma as well as high value customers building internal tools to accelerate their design and development process.
  • Events: Speak regularly at community meetups, conferences and livestreams; host developer focused sessions as part of betas and platform launches.
  • Advocate for users with the product team. Keep a pulse on community needs, share feedback and work with product to shape the roadmap. Share feedback from the community in an organised, systematic way. Act as trusted adviser for launches to prepare for community reaction. Test new features and provide direct feedback.
Desired Qualifications
  • An understanding of designer workflows and the types of tools used in bridging the gap between designers and developers, would be a plus for this role
  • Experience building developer focused communities and using Figma’s APIs (Plugin or REST) would be a plus for this role

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, facilitating tasks such as 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 available through paid plans. Additionally, Figma generates revenue from enterprise solutions that provide enhanced features for larger organizations. By continuously improving its platform and integrating with other design tools, Figma aims to maintain customer loyalty and attract new users.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$728.6M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2012

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for remote collaboration tools boosts Figma's user base and revenue.
  • Figma AI attracts users seeking innovative generative AI design solutions.
  • The rise of low-code platforms aligns with Figma's mission, expanding market reach.

What critics are saying

  • Legal challenges, like the lawsuit against Motiff, could harm Figma financially and reputationally.
  • Figma AI may face scrutiny over data privacy, affecting user trust.
  • Discomfort with UI 3.0 update could lead to user dissatisfaction and loss.

What makes Figma unique

  • Figma offers real-time collaboration, enabling simultaneous design work across locations.
  • The platform integrates with development tools, enhancing appeal to designers and developers.
  • 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

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-33%

1 year growth

7%

2 year growth

14%
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