Director Of Engineering • Lead

Who you are

You have a proven track record of leading engineering teams, with experience in managing multiple engineering managers and senior-level individual contributors. Your leadership style fosters collaboration and innovation, ensuring that your team is empowered to tackle complex technical challenges. You understand the importance of creating a supportive environment where engineers can thrive and grow in their careers. You are passionate about design and collaboration, and you are excited to shape the future of these fields through technology.

You possess strong technical expertise, particularly in backend and frontend development, which allows you to engage deeply with your team on technical matters. Your experience includes working on platforms that support real-time collaboration and multiplayer editing, and you are familiar with the challenges that come with building scalable and performant systems. You are adept at navigating cross-functional teams and ensuring alignment between engineering, product, and design.

What you'll do

As the Director of Engineering for the Product Platform at Figma, you will oversee a critical area that supports all product teams in building their products. You will lead a team of engineering managers and senior engineers, guiding them through the complexities of developing key functionalities that enhance user experience. Your role will involve setting the technical direction for the team, ensuring that all products are built with performance and usability in mind.

You will collaborate closely with product and platform teams to ensure that Figma's offerings meet the high standards expected by customers. This includes addressing technical challenges and driving initiatives that improve the overall product development pace. You will also be responsible for mentoring your team, helping them to develop their skills and advance their careers within the organization.

What we offer

Figma provides a dynamic work environment where creativity and collaboration are at the forefront. You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of engineers and product professionals who are dedicated to making design accessible to all. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with a culture that values diversity and inclusion. You will be part of a mission-driven company that is shaping the future of design and collaboration.