Software Engineer - AI Platforms
About this role
This full-time Software Engineer - AI Platforms role at Figma is an opportunity for infrastructure-minded engineers to build core AI systems and frameworks across US hubs or remotely in the United States. It is ideally suited for professionals with a strong background in backend engineering who want to shape the future of collaborative design technology.
Role Overview
The AI Platform group at Figma develops the foundational abstractions, frameworks, and backend systems that power artificial intelligence features across the entire organization. Team members focus on agent infrastructure, core AI services, context retrieval, and ranking platforms to accelerate critical company initiatives. The position involves designing scalable systems, resolving complex production challenges, and partnering with research and product teams to drive technical excellence.
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About the Company
Figma provides a collaborative platform that helps teams bring ideas to life through brainstorming, prototyping, code translation, and real-time iteration. Driven by the value of growing alongside the journey, the organization fosters an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official Figma careers page to submit an application and review further details about the opening.
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What is the salary range for the Software Engineer - AI Platforms position?
The annual base salary range is between $153,000 and $376,000 USD, with the exact compensation determined by objective factors such as qualifications, experience, and location.
Where is this job located?
This role can be performed from one of Figma's US hubs or remotely anywhere within the United States.
What experience is required for this role?
Candidates need at least 5 years of software engineering experience in backend or infrastructure, including 3 or more years working in artificial intelligence, search infrastructure, or developer platforms.
What programming languages are required or accepted?
Proficiency in TypeScript, Python, or Ruby is required for this position.
What benefits does Figma offer to employees?
Figma provides equity, health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement benefits with company contributions, parental leave, mental health support, flexible PTO, lifestyle spending accounts, and hardware reimbursements.