Full-Time

Software Engineer

Application Platform

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Figma

Figma

1,001-5,000 employees

Web-based platform for collaborative design

Consumer Software
Design

Compensation Overview

$149k - $350kAnnually

+ Equity

Senior

San Francisco, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: New York, NY, USA

Role can be held from one of the US hubs or remotely in the continental United States.

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Ruby
TypeScript
Go
Requirements
  • 6+ years overall experience building and scaling distributed systems and online services through the introduction of APIs and frameworks to a large code base.
  • Strong technical communication skills, and demonstrated ability to build and leverage relationships with engineering and technical leaders.
  • Strong coding skills with demonstrated proficiency in programming languages including Go, TypeScript, Python, Ruby, or similar.
  • Strong system design skills, ideally with experience in building online production services.
  • A systematic and thorough approach to problem solving, thinking from first principles with a bias for taking actions and having impact.
  • An interest in mentorship, learning from others, and digging into new challenges.
Responsibilities
  • Create abstractions for product engineering teams that reduce friction and enable shipping new products faster.
  • Build and optimize foundational infrastructure for common use cases such as running experiments and engaging users.
  • Evangelize best practices throughout the engineering team to keep code quality high.
  • Partner with engineering leadership to set strategy and priorities for the team and its projects.
  • Establish trust within and across teams by creating accountability and a positive work environment in partnership with others in the organization.
  • Grow your career in an engaged and creative engineering community.

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, enabling them to prototype, wireframe, and brainstorm effectively. 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 security and support for larger organizations. By continuously adding new features and integrating with other design tools, Figma aims to maintain customer satisfaction and attract new users.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$728.6M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-61%

1 year growth

-53%

2 year growth

70%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Figma's AI tools enhance design workflows, challenging Adobe's market position.
  • The Pattern Library feature boosts user engagement by enabling reusable design components.
  • Expansion into Australia signals strategic growth and increased global presence.

What critics are saying

  • Legal issues, like the lawsuit against Motiff, could harm Figma's reputation.
  • UI 3.0 update discomfort may lead to user dissatisfaction and potential customer loss.
  • Pressure from investors to scale rapidly could result in strategic missteps.

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 and collaboration across devices.
  • Figma's integration with other tools enhances its utility as a central design hub.

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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