Software Engineer, C++

San Francisco, United StatesOn-site

Responsibilities

Build core features and frontend infrastructure in a real-time, multiplayer system with a complex in-memory data model (SceneGraph)
Optimize performance and memory usage to deliver a fast, reliable UX in the browser using C++/WebAssembly and TypeScript
Design and build APIs and tooling to allow product teams to build against our platform with ease and confidence
Collaborate regularly with cross-functional partners across product, design, and engineering to plan and execute high-impact projects
Write clear, maintainable code and documentation, and contribute to architectural decisions
Mentor and support other engineers through pairing, code review, and feedback
A track record of working collaboratively across teams and disciplines to deliver complex technical projects While it’s not required, it’s an added plus if you also have: 2+ years of

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.
You will be developing high-performance client-side systems in C++/WebAssembly, extending the multiplayer protocols that make collaborative design possible, and building out the communications layer between C++ and Javascript.
Extend our core C++ engine and multiplayer protocols to support scalable design systems, branching/merging flows, and advanced collaboration modes
Strong programming skills in one or more languages relevant to our frontend such as TypeScript, C++, React, Go, Rust, or Python •
Experience working with web-based applications, browser performance, or real-time collaborative systems
experience in a technical lead role, especially across multiple teams •
Experience with game engines, rendering systems, or other performance-critical applications
Familiarity with WebAssembly, browser internals, or C++ in a frontend context
A commitment to continuous learning, inclusion, and helping others grow At Figma, one of our values is Grow as you go.
Additionally, if hired you will be required to attend in person onboarding.

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
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.
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 and an annual bonus plan for eligible non-sales
Figma’s compensation and
Annual Base Salary Range: $153,000 — $376,000 USD

If you require accommodation, please reach out to accommodations-ext@figma.com .

Figma is growing our team of passionate creatives and builders on a mission to make design accessible to all.
If you're excited to shape the future of design and collaboration, join us!
Your contributions will help push the boundaries of what's possible in the browser.
experience by building features that are fast, accessible, and intuitive—even in the face of complex data models and intermittent connectivity.
This is a highly collaborative role: you'll partner closely with designers, product managers, and other engineers to plan, build, and iterate on features that serve millions of users around the world.
Whether you're optimizing our core engine, building authoring tools, or crafting new platform abstractions, your work will be key to advancing the future of design.
This is a full-time role that can be held from one of our US hubs or remotely in the United States.
Contribute to accessibility strategy and implementation, ensuring our tools are usable by all
Help drive recruitment and shape our inclusive, high-performance engineering culture We’d love to hear from you if you have:
experience shipping user-facing features or products