169K–250K USD / year
Researcher - Rapid Research
OtherHybrid — United States
Published on 2026-09-24
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About this role
Figma is seeking an experienced researcher for their Rapid Research program to work closely with designers, product managers, and engineers. The role involves conducting research sprints, making actionable product recommendations, and collaborating across product areas to help shape the future of design and collaboration.
About the company
Figma is a collaborative design platform for product teams to create interfaces, prototypes, and design systems in the browser. It helps designers and developers work together on digital products from ideation through handoff.
What you'll do
- Scope and run focused research in quick sprints
- Turn findings into specific recommendations
- Present product recommendations to cross-functional teams
- Rotate across product areas and teams
- Challenge assumptions and adjust research scope
- Experiment with tools and workflows for sharper research
What we're looking for
- 7+ years of experience in research
- Proficiency in mixed methods research
- Strong product judgment with examples of recommendations
- Experience ramping up on new projects quickly
- Flexible approach to changing priorities and tight timelines
Nice to have
- Proficiency in designing and prototyping in Figma
- Familiarity with researching design tools and software
- Background in product design or product management
- Ability to combine product analytics with qualitative research
Benefits
- Equity to employees
- Health, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement benefits with company contributions
- Parental leave and family planning support
- Mental health and wellness benefits