Software Engineer - Extensibility
at Figma
Posted: 2-9-2025
Remote
Information Technology and Computer Science
$149,090/year
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About this Career
Software Developers
Skills
Debugging, TypeScript, Workflow Management, Screen Reader, C++ (Programming Language), Server-Side, Algorithms, Application Programming Interface (API), Live Connect (Windows), Github, Tooling, React.js (Javascript Library), C (Programming Language), Front End (Software Engineering), RESTful API, Open Source Technology, Project Management, Writing, WebAssembly, Node.js (Javascript Library), SQL (Programming Language), Front End Design, Webhooks, Sinatra (Software), Ruby (Programming Language), User Experience (UX), Language Experience Approach, Figma (Design Software), JSON, Software Engineering, Virtual Machines, JavaScript (Programming Language), Full Stack Development
Job Description
Figma:
Write Typescript, Ruby, and C++ code implementing new features, fixing bugs, and performance issues. Work with Figma product teams to help their features get exposed programmatically via our plugin andREST API.
Work closely with product managers and product designers to design simple experiences for complex UX problems. Meet with members of our developer community to understand their successes and pain points. We'd love to hear from you if you have: Industry experience working on a developer platform or developer tooling. 5+ years of experience with React or similar front-end Typescript frameworks. Experience with distributed systems and/or running a high volume public API. Experience with ORMs, reading and writing SQL, and debugging query plans. While it's not required, it's an added plus if you also have: Experience embedding a virtual machine in another programming language. Experience with WebAssembly. C++ or C experience. Extensive experience building developer platforms or open source communities. A strong design sense and proven track record working closely with product designers. Pay Transparency Disclosure If based in Figma's San Francisco or New York hub offices, this role has the annual base salary range stated below. Job level and actual compensation will be decided based on factors including, but not limited to, individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process (including skills and prior relevant experience, potential impact, and scope of role), market demands, and specific work location. The listed range is a guideline, and the range for this role may be modified. For roles that are available to be filled remotely, the pay range is localized according to employee work location by a factor of between 80% and 100% of range. Please discuss your specific work location with your recruiter for more information. Figma offers equity to employees, as well a competitive package of additional benefits, including health, dental & vision, retirement with company contribution, parental leave & reproductive or family planning support, mental health & wellness benefits, generous PTO, company recharge days, a learning & development stipend, a work from home stipend, and cell phone reimbursement. Figma also offers sales incentive pay for most sales roles. Figma's compensation and benefits are subject to change and may be modified in the future. You may view our Pay Transparency Policy by clicking on the corresponding link. Annual Base Salary Range (SF/NY Hub): $149,000 — $350,000 USD We will work to ensure individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to apply for a role, participate in the interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you require accommodation, please reach out to [email protected]. These modifications enable an individual with a disability to have an equal opportunity not only to get a job, but successfully perform their job tasks to the same extent as people without disabilities. Examples of accommodations include but are not limited to: Holding interviews in an accessible location Enabling closed captioning on video conferencing Ensuring all written communication be compatible with screen readers Changing the mode or format of interviews By applying for this job, the candidate acknowledges and agrees that any personal data contained in their application or supporting materials will be processed in accordance with the applicable candidate section of Figma's Privacy Policy. At Figma we celebrate and support our differences. We know employing a team rich in diverse thoughts, experiences, and opinions allows our employees, our product and our community to flourish. Figma is an equal opportunity workplace - we are dedicated to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity/expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.Minimum Salary:
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