ML Engineer - Search

Figma, a web-based design platform, is seeking a highly-skilled and experienced ML Engineer to join their Search team. This role is crucial in leading Figma's search quality efforts through their early ML phase and beyond. The ideal candidate will spearhead the development of early-phase machine learning systems to enhance the search experience for Figma's millions of worldwide users.

As an ML Engineer at Figma, you'll be at the forefront of improving search relevance and quality. You'll work on breaking down complex search problems into actionable engineering strategies, utilizing machine learning, data analysis, and experimentation design. Your expertise in search indexing, retrieval, and ranking systems like Elasticsearch/OpenSearch will be invaluable in shaping the future of search at Figma.

This role offers the opportunity to lead and set the direction for search quality in collaboration with cross-functional teams of innovative software engineers, product managers, and data scientists. You'll be responsible for implementing the full lifecycle of early-phase model development, from ideation to production and maintenance.

Figma values growth and development, offering a competitive package including equity, comprehensive health benefits, retirement plans, parental leave, mental health support, and various stipends for personal and professional development. This is a full-time position that can be held from one of Figma's US hubs or remotely within the United States.

If you have a passion for machine learning, a track record of leading technical teams, and a desire to make a significant impact on a product used by millions, this role at Figma could be the perfect next step in your career. Join Figma in their mission to make design accessible to all and shape the future of collaborative design tools.