About Figma
The design platform for seamless team collaboration
Key Highlights
- Valued at $12.5 billion after Series E funding
- Raised $749.1 million from top investors
- Headquartered in Union Square, San Francisco, CA
- Thousands of customers including Airbnb, Dropbox, and Microsoft
Figma is a web-based design platform that empowers cross-functional teams to collaborate seamlessly on product design projects. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Union Square, San Francisco, Figma has raised $749.1 million in funding from investors like General Catalyst and Andreessen Horowitz, a...
🎁 Benefits
Figma offers generous benefits including equity, parental leave, mental health support, and a learning & development stipend. Employees enjoy recharge...
🌟 Culture
Figma fosters a collaborative culture with its unique Multiplayer mode, enabling real-time design collaboration akin to Google Docs. The company prior...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Figma is hiring a Software Engineer Intern for their Developer Tools team in London. You'll contribute to tools that bridge design and development, working with TypeScript, React, and WebAssembly. This internship is ideal for those looking to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative environment.
Job Description
Who you are
You are an aspiring software engineer eager to learn and grow in a collaborative environment. You have a foundational understanding of programming languages, particularly TypeScript, and are excited about the intersection of design and development. You thrive in team settings and are passionate about creating tools that enhance workflows and productivity.
You are familiar with frontend technologies and have a keen interest in how design translates into code. You are open to learning new technologies and methodologies, and you understand the importance of user experience in software development. You are ready to take on challenges and contribute to meaningful projects that impact the way teams collaborate.
What you'll do
As a Software Engineer Intern at Figma, you will work closely with the Developer Tools team to enhance tools that facilitate the development lifecycle. You will contribute to projects like Dev Mode, which aids in design and development collaboration, and Code Connect, which helps map design to real code. Your role will involve hands-on coding, debugging, and testing, allowing you to apply your skills in a practical setting.
You will gain experience in building systems that connect design intent with production code, leveraging AI to streamline processes. Your contributions will help frontend engineers work more efficiently and deliver high-quality products. You will collaborate with experienced engineers, participate in code reviews, and receive mentorship to help you grow your technical skills.
What we offer
Figma provides a supportive environment where you can learn from industry professionals and gain valuable experience in software engineering. You will have the opportunity to work on innovative projects that shape the future of design collaboration. The internship will be based in our London hub, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to making design accessible to all. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
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