Director, Data Science
About this role
Figma is seeking a Director of Data Science to guide the AI product data science organization in San Francisco, California or New York, New York. This leadership role suits an experienced data science professional ready to drive strategy, measurement, and AI innovation for a leading design platform.
Role Overview
The AI Product's Data Science group sits at the core of Figma's next-generation technology, covering tools like Make, Figma Agent, and Design Systems. As the Director, you will direct a group of data scientists and managers, defining how data steers strategy across AI offerings. You will collaborate closely with leaders across Product, Engineering, Design, and Research to embed data-driven thinking and modern measurement practices into product development.
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Salary and Benefits
The annual base salary range for this position is $290,000 to $376,000 USD. Figma provides employee equity and a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement benefits with company contributions, parental leave, and reproductive or family planning support. Additional offerings feature mental health benefits, paid time off, flexible sick leave, employer-provided flexible paid time off for exempt employees, company recharge days, home internet and cell phone reimbursements, and lifestyle spending accounts.
About the Company
Figma builds a collaborative platform that helps teams bring ideas to life through brainstorming, prototyping, code translation, and AI iteration. Guided by the value to grow as you go, the company values smart, curious individuals who want to expand their skills. Figma is an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to diversity and inclusion.
How to Apply
To submit your application for this position, please visit the official Figma careers page.
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Questions candidates ask
What is the salary range for the Director, Data Science role at Figma?
The annual base salary range spans from $290,000 to $376,000 USD.
Where is this position located?
The role can be held from Figma's US hubs in San Francisco, CA or New York, NY, or remotely within the United States.
How many years of management experience are required?
Candidates must have 8+ years of experience leading high-output data science teams, which must include at least 2 years of managing other managers.
What specific AI experience is needed for this position?
Applicants need 7+ years of experience in AI, Data Science, or a related field, along with proven experience building or measuring AI products such as LLM-powered assistants, agents, chatbots, or copilots.
What benefits does Figma offer employees?
Figma offers equity, health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement benefits with company contributions, parental leave, mental health and wellness benefits, flexible paid time off, and lifestyle spending accounts.