Fast Facts

Figma is seeking a Manager for their Core Data Science team to lead and grow a team of data scientists, drive data-driven insights, and collaborate on improving product performance and infrastructure efficiency.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include leading a team of data scientists, developing sophisticated applications of data, championing data quality, and partnering with various teams to drive organizational impact.

Skills: Candidates should have over 3 years of experience in managing high-output data science teams, strong statistical method foundations, and technical curiosity, with a desire for continuous learning.

Qualifications: Preferred qualifications include 5+ years in Analytics or Data Science, experience in high-growth environments, and familiarity with ML or Security Data Science.

Location: This position can be held from Figma's US hubs or remotely within the United States.

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between 130,000 - 180,000.

The Core Data Science team is at the center of data within Figma. With a charge to uplevel Figma’s use of data, the team works alongside other Data Scientists and Engineering to identify ways to implement and democratize new statistical methods, build data frameworks, and incorporate data within Figma’s product. In addition to enabling data practitioners, the team also supports the Infrastructure organization. The team contributes to the org’s goals by collaborating closely with product managers, engineers, and our finance team to uncover inefficiencies in system and resource utilization; recommending architectural improvements through data-driven insights; and tying infrastructure investments directly to product performance and customer impact

This is a full time role that can be held from one of our US hubs or remotely in the United States.

What you’ll do at Figma:

• Lead, support, and grow a team of data scientists with varied strengths and expertise focused on internal tooling, machine learning enablement, and support our Infrastructure organization
• Guide development of new and sophisticated applications of data
• Champion data quality, accessibility, and the democratization of data across the company
• Establish trust within and across teams by creating accountability and a positive work environment in partnership with other leaders in the organization
• Partner with Product, Engineering, Design, Research, Sales, Marketing, or Finance to drive impact

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• 3+ years of experience managing and leading high output data science teams
• 5+ years of experience working in of experience in Analytics, Data Science, or a related field
• Strong foundation in statistical methods, experimentation, and/or forecasting
• Technical curiosity - you should be ready to learn and grow alongside your team
• A desire to build an inclusive and diverse culture
• Experience scaling teams in high-growth environments

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

• Experience with ML or Security Data Science

At Figma, one of our values is Grow as you go. We believe in hiring smart, curious people who are excited to learn and develop their skills. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the points outlined in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.