Product Manager, Creation Engine
@ Figma

Hybrid
$229,000
Hybrid
Full Time
Posted 21 days ago

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About the Role

Figma is looking for a Product Manager, Creation Engine to join a team of passionate creatives and builders focused on making design accessible to everyone. In this role, you will lead two critical teams, SceneGraph & Sync and Fullscreen Platform, building foundational systems such as core data models, real-time collaboration infrastructure, and AI integration capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and drive product vision, strategy, and roadmap for foundational platform systems.
  • Guide the SceneGraph & Sync team to optimize data representation and real-time collaboration infrastructure.
  • Lead the Fullscreen Platform team developing C++ foundations, WASM loading, and developer APIs.
  • Shape company strategy for version control and platform consistency across products.
  • Collaborate as a technical consultant with internal product teams.
  • Drive performance improvements in file load times and collaboration sync.

Qualifications

  • 6+ years as a full-time Product Manager.
  • Strong technical background in version control, distributed systems, or real-time technologies.
  • Experience with developer platforms and internal APIs.
  • Excellent cross-functional collaboration and roadmap building skills.

Preferred Experience

  • Experience with LLMs or AI integration.
  • Understanding of complex design/creative software platforms.
  • Background in multiplayer systems or conflict resolution algorithms.
  • Experience with WebAssembly, C++, or low-level performance optimization.
  • Knowledge of browser technologies and cross-platform development.

Benefits & Work Environment

This is a full-time role based in one of Figma’s US hubs or remote in the United States. Figma offers a competitive salary, equity, and benefits including health, dental & vision, retirement contributions, generous PTO, and more. Figma is committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and providing reasonable accommodation during the hiring process.

Key skills/competency

  • Product Management
  • Real-time Collaboration
  • Data Modeling
  • AI Integration
  • C++
  • WASM
  • Developer APIs
  • Version Control
  • Distributed Systems
  • Performance Optimization
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How to Get Hired at Figma

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Figma’s culture: Understand their mission and values.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight relevant product management successes.
  • Showcase technical expertise: Emphasize collaboration and systems design.
  • Prepare for interviews: Review real-time and API systems examples.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Study core data modeling concepts.
Review real-time collaboration frameworks.
Brush up on C++ and WASM technologies.
Understand API and platform architecture basics.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time you solved ambiguity.
Explain collaboration across diverse teams.
Share a challenge with technical roadmaps.
Discuss balancing short and long term goals.

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