Manager, Software Engineering - Text and Vector - Remote

Overview

Figma is growing our team of passionate creatives and builders on a mission to make design accessible to all. Figma’s platform helps teams bring ideas to life—whether you're brainstorming, creating a prototype, translating designs into code, or iterating with AI. From idea to product, Figma empowers teams to streamline workflows, move faster, and work together in real time from anywhere in the world. If you’re excited to shape the future of design and collaboration, join us!

In Short

• Partner with Product and Design to build and execute on a long-term roadmap that ensures a world-class tool set and user experience for Designers in Figma
• Work closely with cross-functional partners and other engineering teams to push the envelope for craft and quality in Figma Design
• Hire, manage, support and develop a team of engineers, including staff level engineers
• Partner with product and engineering leadership to set strategy, priorities, and mission for teams and projects
• Establish trust within and across teams by creating accountability and a positive work environment in partnership with other leaders in the organization
• Grow your career in an engaged and creative engineering community
• Figma is committed to building an inclusive and diverse team and culture.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience managing and leading a high output engineering team
• 5+ years of experience building and maintaining scalable software systems
• Demonstrated leadership skills in building a high-performing and highly engaged engineering team
• Demonstrated exceptional ability to work cross-functionally across Product, Design, and Marketing
• Technical curiosity and a love of design and craft

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity
• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Retirement plan with company contribution
• Parental leave & reproductive or family planning support
• Mental health & wellness benefits
• Generous PTO and company recharge days
• Learning & development stipend
• Work from home stipend
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Sales incentive pay and annual bonus plan for eligible roles