Software Engineer, Figma

• We’re looking for a highly motivated and experienced engineer to join Figma as we explore new frontiers in collaborative tooling across product teams, and to help answer the question: “What if there’s an even better way to build products?”
• If you thrive in open-ended environments and are eager to solve some of the most complicated people-problems in our industry, we want to hear from you
• 5+ years of experience in programming languages (Typescript/Javascript, React, C++, Python, Java, Objective-C, Go, or Rust)
• Proven track record of shipping user-facing features or products that have made significant impact
• Ability to independently collaborate across functions, including PM, design, marketing, and other engineering teams
• Experience with the full development lifecycle, from concept to launch, including go-to-market strategies
• A passion for mentoring and elevating the technical skills of your peers

Desirable

• This role offers a unique opportunity to work on 0-to-1 products that will redefine how teams across the globe create, manage, and collaborate on digital content throughout the entire development lifecycle
• You’ll work closely with design, product management, and research teams to help our users turn imagination into reality by radically streamlining how ideas transform into products — and you will do so in a way that keeps simple things simple, while making complex things possible
• Lead the development and launch of new features and products, from ideation through to shipping
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, content marketers, designers, and researchers to define and execute on the product roadmap
• Engage in brainstorming sessions and technical discussions that influence the direction of our strategy
• Contribute to and drive the technical vision for our next generation of products and frameworks, working in a dynamic environment where iteration and candid feedback are essential
• Participate in all stages of development, including engineering and design crits, code reviews, and user testing, to ensure we build something that truly delights our users
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement