Researcher, Core Product Strategy

@ Figma

Overview

Figma is growing its team of passionate creatives and builders on a mission to make design accessible to all. The Figma Research team is looking for a top-tier researcher to support and shape the future of Figma Design by executing strategic research to drive scale, unlock new opportunities, and push innovation in design and production tooling.

Role and Responsibilities

• Deliver strategic research and recommendations to influence Figma Design's vision.
• Partner with Product, Design, and Engineering to tackle high impact problems.
• Break down complex business challenges into clear research plans.
• Utilize both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
• Advocate the role of Research as a strategic partner in the business process.

What You Bring

You are expected to have 7+ years of UX research or user insights experience in high growth B2B SaaS companies, with deep expertise in research methodologies, executive collaboration, and storytelling. Experience with AI-powered features or teams exploring AI applications is highly valued.

Nice to Haves

• 2+ years experience in product design, user-centric product management, or front end engineering.
• Familiarity with using Figma’s products.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time role with competitive base salary and equity, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, and more. Annual salary in San Francisco/New York hubs ranges from $164,000 to $243,000 USD.

Additional Information

Figma supports diversity and is committed to equal opportunity. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates who require them. Candidates are required to have cameras on during video interviews and, if hired, attend in-person onboarding.

Key skills/competency

• Research
• UX
• Strategy
• Innovation
• AI
• Storytelling
• SaaS
• Product
• Collaboration
• Methodologies