Manager, HRIS

Figma is growing its team of creatives and builders on a mission to make design accessible to all.

We're looking for a collaborative and strategic Manager, HRIS to lead our Workday platform and a team of HRIS Specialists. In this role, you'll help shape how we leverage people technology by building scalable solutions, developing a high-performing team, and ensuring Workday continues to be a strong foundation for our people processes.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of HRIS Specialists by building technical depth through cross-training, documentation, and shared ownership across Workday functional areas
• Evolve the team's operating model, including project intake, prioritization, sprint planning, capacity planning, and release management
• Manage work across internal HRIS team members and external implementation partners, balancing quality, speed, and cost
• Provide governance and technical oversight for Workday configuration, while contributing hands-on configuration for complex, high-impact, or business-critical initiatives
• Partner closely with People, Payroll, IT, Finance, and other cross-functional teams to understand business needs and deliver integrated solutions
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, automate manual work, and increase operational efficiency across the systems ecosystem
• Evaluate emerging technologies and features, including AI-enabled capabilities, and recommend solutions that enhance the employee and people team experience
• Contribute to the evolution of our broader technology ecosystem by ensuring Workday integrates effectively with the systems that support our Figmates

Requirements:

• 8+ years in HRIS or People Technology, with deep expertise in Workday configuration across HCM, Advanced Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, Absence, and Integrations
• Proven success leading and developing high-performing HRIS or People Technology teams
• Demonstrated ownership of Workday delivery, including configuration governance, project intake, prioritization, sprint planning, and release management within a SOX-compliant environment
• Strong track record of managing work across internal teams and external implementation partners to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions
• Deep understanding of the broader People Technology ecosystem and how Workday integrates with enterprise systems, coupled with curiosity about emerging technologies and AI

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits with company contributions
• Parental leave and reproductive or family planning support
• Mental health and wellness benefits
• Paid time off
• Company recharge days
• Cell phone and home internet reimbursements
• Lifestyle spending accounts

Salary: $169,000-$296,000 USD