Data Scientist, Finance
San Francisco, CA - USA
Job Summary
Figma is growing our team of passionate creatives and builders on a mission to make design accessible to all. Figmas platform helps teams bring ideas to lifewhether youre 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. If youre excited to shape the future of design and collaboration join us!
Figma is growing our Finance Data Science team at a pivotal moment in the companys evolution. As a public company the accuracy scalability and sophistication of our financial data systems have never been more important. At the same time Figmas business continues to evolve through new products AI-powered offerings acquisitions and emerging revenue models.
Were looking for a Finance Data Scientist to help build the data foundation that powers financial reporting forecasting strategic decision-making and investor this role youll partner closely with Strategic Finance Accounting Investor Relations Engineering Product and Data teams to ensure our financial metrics are accurate actionable and trusted across the business.
This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of finance analytics data engineering and business strategyhelping shape how Figma measures and communicates its performance as the company scales. The data and systems built by this team directly support executive decision-making public company reporting and Figmas long-term growth strategy.
This is a full time role that can be held from one of our US hubs or remotely in the United States.
What youll do at Figma:
- Own and improve the data models that power Figmas financial reporting including ARR revenue billings collections and other key business metrics
- Build scalable reporting systems forecasts and analytical frameworks that support Finance Accounting Investor Relations and executive leadership
- Drive data accuracy and completeness across month-end quarter-end and year-end close processes alongside Strategic Finance and Accounting teams
- Collaborate with Engineering Product GTM Systems and Financial Systems teams to ensure the completeness and accuracy of financial data
- Conduct deep-dive analyses that inform strategic decisions and uncover opportunities to improve business performance
- Define measure and operationalize key financial and operational metrics
- Design and implement durable data solutions that balance immediate stakeholder needs with long-term scalability
- Serve as a trusted thought partner to Finance leaders helping guide reporting forecasting and decision-making across the business
Wed love to hear from you if you have:
- 3 years of experience in Data Science Analytics Finance Financial Systems Data Engineering or a related field
- Advanced SQL skills and strong proficiency in Python or a similar programming language
- Experience supporting Finance Accounting Strategic Finance FP&A Investor Relations or other finance-focused stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex data into clear actionable business insights for non-technical stakeholders
- Experience working independently and driving projects from ambiguity to execution
While its not required its an added plus if you also have:
- Experience with SaaS subscription-based usage-based or consumption-based business models
- Knowledge of accounting concepts and revenue recognition principles (ASC 606)
- Experience with modern analytics and data engineering tools such as DBT Snowflake Git Spark Presto or similar technologies
- Experience supporting IPO readiness public company reporting SOX controls audits or other major corporate milestones
- Background in Strategic Finance FP&A Accounting Investment Banking Consulting or related fields
At Figma one of our values is Grow as you go. We believe in hiring smart curious people who are excited to learn and develop their skills. If youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with the points outlined in the job description we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Pay Transparency Disclosure
If based in Figmas 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 qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process (including skills and prior relevant experience potential impact and scope of role) market demands and specific work location. The listed range is a guideline and the range for this role may be modified. 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. Please discuss your specific work location with your recruiter for more information.
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 roles. Figmas compensation and benefits are subject to change and may be modified in the future.
Annual Base Salary Range:
$140000 - $348000 USD
At Figma we celebrate and support our differences. We know employing a team rich in diverse thoughts experiences and opinions allows our employees our product and our community to flourish. Figma is an equal opportunity workplace - we are dedicated to equal employment opportunities regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity/expression veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements.
We will work to ensure individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to apply for a role participate in the interview process perform essential job functions and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you require accommodation please reach out to . These modifications enable an individual with a disability to have an equal opportunity not only to get a job but successfully perform their job tasks to the same extent as people without disabilities.
Examples of accommodations include but are not limited to:
- Holding interviews in an accessible location
- Enabling closed captioning on video conferencing
- Ensuring all written communication be compatible with screen readers
- Changing the mode or format of interviews
To ensure the integrity of our hiring process and facilitate a more personal connection we require all candidates keep their cameras on during video interviews. Additionally if hired you will be required to attend in person onboarding.
By applying for this job the candidate acknowledges and agrees that any personal data contained in their application or supporting materials will be processed in accordance with Figmas Candidate Privacy Notice.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
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