Manager, Figma for Education
Millions of students and educators around the world are in Figma every day, and we need a strategic, entrepreneurial leader to scale our impact. As Head of Figma for Education, you'll own our global education strategy across K–12, higher ed, and bootcamps. You'll set the vision, scale what's working, and build what's next—from international expansion to classroom-first product experiences. If you're energized by building 0-to-1, shaping products for educators, and scaling global programs, we’d love to hear from you!
This is a full time role that can be held from one of our US hubs or remotely in the United States.
What you’ll do at Figma:
- Build and lead the team: Manage the existing EDU team and hire strategic roles in 2026 to expand our reach
- Set global strategy: Define and execute playbooks across K–12, higher ed, and bootcamps that scale
- Drive international expansion: Launch regional programs and partnerships in India, Brazil, Singapore, Australia, and beyond
- Shape the product: Partner with Product, Engineering, and Design to advocate for educators' needs and drive classroom-optimized features
- Ensure trust and compliance: Collaborate with Legal on privacy, safety, and regulatory requirements across markets
- Forge institutional partnerships: Build relationships with Ministries of Education, universities, and ecosystem partners to accelerate adoption
- Measure what matters: Use data to track and optimize adoption, engagement, and program impact globally
- Be our voice: Represent Figma at conferences and speaking engagements to elevate our brand in education. Plus, be the face of education for internal updates and leadership moments