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full-timeAccount Executive, Federal - State & Local
Figma · San Francisco, CA
Figma is a collaborative design platform that enables teams to brainstorm, prototype, and develop digital products in real time. As an Account Executive for the Federal, State, and Local (SLED) sector, you will serve as the company's first dedicated representative focused on expanding its footprint within government agencies. This role involves developing a comprehensive go-to-market strategy, identifying new business opportunities, and managing the entire sales lifecycle from initial prospecting to closing complex public sector contracts. You will be responsible for navigating intricate procurement processes, understanding agency-specific budget cycles, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to demonstrate how Figma’s tools can modernize digital service delivery. The position is ideal for an experienced enterprise sales professional with a deep understanding of the public sector landscape. Successful candidates will possess a proven track record of managing long-term sales cycles and building relationships with executive stakeholders. You should be comfortable operating in an emerging sales environment where you will help define best practices and establish foundational customer success stories that will shape the future of Figma’s government business.
Figma is growing our team of passionate creatives and builders on a mission to make design accessible to all. Figma’s platform helps teams bring ideas to life—whether you're 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 you're excited to shape the future of design and collaboration, join us! We are looking for an Account Executive, Federal - State & Local to drive new business and expand Figma’s presence across State & Local government agencies. As the first dedicated State & Local Account Executive at Figma, you will help define Figma’s initial go-to-market approach for State & Local government, establishing the strategies, process, and best practices that will guide future sales hires. This role requires proactive pipeline generation, strategic account management, and the ability to navigate complex State & Local buying processes. You will work closely with Design, Product, Engineering, and IT leaders to understand their priorities, demonstrate Figma’s value, and grow adoption across their organizations. This is an opportunity to help shape Figma’s State & Local sales strategy, learn from leading sellers, and build a strong network of cross-functional partners. This is a full-time role that can be held from our San Francisco hub or remotely within the Pacific US time zone. What you’ll do at Figma: Own a named book of State & Local accounts, driving acquisition, expansion, and retention to exceed quarterly and annual sales targets Build pipeline through outbound prospecting, territory planning, account mapping, partner collaboration, and public sector engagement Develop strategic account plans aligned with agency priorities, funding sources, budget cycles, and purchasing timelines Lead multi-stakeholder sales cycles, building executive sponsorship and internal champions while navigating security, accessibility, and SLED procurement requirements Partner with Solutions Engineering, Customer Success, Marketing, and channel teams to demonstrate value, advance opportunities, and drive adoption Win foundational government customers, establishing reference accounts and success stories that define Figma’s value across State & Local government Own RFP strategy and proposal execution, mobilizing internal stakeholders under tight deadlines to win competitive government bids Make accessible citizen experiences central to the value story, showing how Figma helps agencies modernize digital service delivery and better serve their communities We'd love to hear from you if you have: 8+ years of enterprise sales experience, including significant SaaS experience selling into State & Local government agencies Consistent success acquiring new accounts, expanding existing relationships, and exceeding sales targets, supported by proactive outbound prospecting and strategic territory development Experience managing complex sales cycles of six months or longer, with an understanding of SL budget cycles, procurement requirements, and reseller and channel partner ecosystems Demonstrated ability to build trust with executives, technical teams, and agency or institutional leaders, aligning solutions to organizational priorities through effective discovery, qualification, and value-selling Strong communication, negotiation, and account planning skills, with a structured sales methodology and the ability to manage competing priorities across a territory While it’s not required, it’s an added plus if you also have: Established relationships within the assigned SL territory and experience co-selling with resellers, systems integrators, or other public sector partners Understanding of public sector requirements for data privacy, accessibility, and security Demonstrated success in a changing environment or building an emerging sales motion, with certification or formal training in deal qualification and prospect discovery 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 you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t 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 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. Figma offers equity to employees, as well as a competitive package of additional benefits, including health, dental, and vision coverage; retirement benefits with company contributions; parental leave and reproductive or family planning support; menta
| Role | Account Executive, Federal - State & Local |
|---|---|
| Company | Figma |
| Location | San Francisco, CA |
| Type | full-time |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Posted | 2026-10-22 |
| Deadline | Rolling |
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- 4Interview(s)One or more rounds with the hiring team.
- 5OfferOffer letter with compensation and start date.
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0/4Account Executive, Federal - State & Local at Figma: frequently asked questions
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- Figma has not stated compensation in the listing. Check the original posting or ask during the application process.
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