Privacy Counsel

Figma•San Francisco, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Figma is growing its team of passionate creatives and builders on a mission to make design accessible to all. Figma’s platform helps teams bring ideas to life—whether you're brainstorming, creating a prototype, translating designs into code, or iterating with AI. From idea to product, Figma empowers teams to streamline workflows, move faster, and work together in real time from anywhere in the world. If you're excited to shape the future of design and collaboration, join us! We're looking for an attorney with expertise in privacy law and AI governance to join Figma's Legal team. In this role, you'll collaborate with Product, Engineering, Policy, and Commercial teams to support Figma's responsible growth, advising on privacy compliance, AI product development, and emerging regulatory requirements. You'll play a key role in shaping how Figma navigates a shifting regulatory environment spanning privacy, AI, and emerging global frameworks while enabling innovation across our platform. This is a full-time role that can be held from one of our US hubs or remotely in the United States.

Requirements

J.D. and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
4+ years of experience advising on privacy and data protection matters at a technology company, law firm, or both
Deep knowledge of privacy frameworks such as GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and related global regulations
Experience advising on AI, machine learning, or other emerging technology products and associated governance requirements
Demonstrated ability to translate complex legal and regulatory requirements into practical guidance for business, product, and engineering teams

Nice To Haves

Earned a privacy certification such as CIPP/E, CIPP/US, or an equivalent credential
Advised on AI ethics, algorithmic accountability, or responsible AI governance programs
Negotiated commercial agreements involving data processing, data licensing, or other privacy-related considerations
Supported trust and safety, content governance, or platform policy initiatives for consumer or enterprise products

Responsibilities

Advise on global privacy laws and regulations, including GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and emerging international frameworks, as they apply to Figma's products, features, and data practices
Partner with Product and Engineering teams to assess legal and regulatory risks associated with AI features and products, including evolving requirements such as the EU AI Act
Draft, review, and negotiate data processing agreements, data-sharing agreements, and other commercial contracts with privacy implications
Conduct privacy reviews and AI impact assessments for new and existing products and features
Develop and maintain privacy and AI governance policies, standards, and compliance programs
Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and help shape Figma's legal strategy on privacy and AI matters