Director, Data Science
Core
Lead a team of data scientists and managers to shape data strategy, measurement, and AI product evaluation (evals, quality, experimentation) for Figma's AI products including Make, Figma Agent, and Design Systems.
Role type
Director, Data Science (AI Product)
Builds
Data frameworks, statistical methods implementation, and product measurement systems for AI/LLM-powered assistants and agents
Domain
AI/ML, Product Measurement, Design Technology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Team leadership (managing managers), AI/Data Science strategy, statistical methods, experimentation design, forecasting, scaling high-growth teams, cross-functional partnership
Preferred skills
0 to 1 product ownership, LLM/agent-specific measurement expertise
Technologies
LLMs, Agents, Statistical Methods, Experimentation Frameworks
Responsibilities
Lead and grow a team of data scientists and managers; Champion data quality and democratization; Partner with Product, Engineering, and Research to drive impact; Shape measurement strategies for AI products including evals and quality assessment
Seniority
Director, hands-on leadership & strategy
