Figma · 2 days ago
AI Researcher - PhD (2024)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$185K/yr - $195K/yr
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Responsibilities
Driving fundamental and applied research in ML/AI using Generative AI, deep learning and classical machine learning, with Figma product use cases in mind.
Formulate and implement new modeling approaches both to improve the effectiveness of Figma’s current models as well as enable the launch of entirely new AI-powered product features.
Work in concert with other ML researchers, as well as product and infrastructure engineers to productionize new models and systems to power features in Figma’s design and collaboration tool.
Expand the boundaries of what is possible with the current technology set and experiment with novel ideas.
Publish scientific work on problems relevant to Figma in leading conferences like ICML, NeurIPS, CVPR etc.
Qualification
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Required
Recently obtained or is in the process of obtaining a PhD in AI, Computer Science or a related field. Degree must be completed prior to starting at Figma.
Demonstrated expertise in machine learning with a publication record in relevant conferences, or a track record in applying machine learning techniques to products.
Experience in Python and machine learning frameworks (such as PyTorch, TensorFlow or JAX).
Experience building systems based on deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, and/or generative models.
Experience solving sophisticated problems and comparing alternative solutions, trade-offs, and diverse points of view to determine a path forward.
Experience communicating and working across functions to drive solutions.
Preferred
Experience working in industry on relevant AI projects through internships or past full time work.
Publications in recent advances in AI like Large language models (LLMs), Vision language Models (VLMs) or diffusion models.
Benefits
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
Cell phone reimbursement
Company
Figma
Figma is a design platform that develops web applications for interface design with offline features.
Founded in 2012
1,001-5,000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2023 (25)
2022 (33)
2021 (22)
2020 (8)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$748.62MKey Investors
Durable Capital PartnersAndreessen HorowitzSequoia Capital
2024-07-17Secondary Market· undefined
2024-05-29Series F· $415.75M
2021-06-24Series E· $200M
Leadership Team
Dylan Field
CEO & Co-Founder
Evan Wallace
Co-Founder
Recent News
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