Manager, Data Science - AI Product

Figma•San Francisco, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The AI Products Data Science org is at the center of next generation products within Figma. With a charge to uplevel Figma’s use of data, the team works alongside other Data Scientists and Engineering to identify ways to implement and democratize new statistical methods, build data frameworks, and incorporate data within Figma’s product development process. The team contributes to the company’s goals by collaborating closely with product managers, engineers, and our finance team to uncover new opportunities, identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements through data-driven insights.

Requirements

5+ years of experience managing and leading high-output data science teams, including scaling teams in high-growth environments
7+ years of experience in Analytics, Data Science, or a related field, with experience working on AI tools or collaborative software
Strong foundation in statistical methods, experimentation, and/or forecasting
Technical curiosity with a willingness to continuously learn and grow alongside your team
A demonstrated desire to build an inclusive and diverse culture

Nice To Haves

Experience owning 0 to 1 product areas
Growing junior data science leaders

Responsibilities

Lead, support, and grow a team of data scientists and data science managers with varied strengths and expertise focused on product strategy, internal tooling, and Impact measurement
Champion data quality, accessibility, and the democratization of data across the company
Establish trust within and across teams by creating accountability and a positive work environment in partnership with other leaders in the organization
Partner with Product, Engineering, Design, Research, Sales, Marketing, or Finance to drive impact