Marcin Wichary

Marcin Wichary is a prominent figure in the design community, currently serving as the Design Director at Figma since September 2023. He has a rich background in design and technology, having previously worked as a Design Manager at Figma from January 2020 to September 2023, and as a designer from July 2018 to January 2020.12

Education

Wichary holds a master's degree in Computer Science from the West Pomeranian University of Technology in Szczecin (1997-2002) and a doctoral degree in Human-Computer Interaction from Technische Universiteit Eindhoven and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (2003-2005).1

Professional Experience

His career spans various roles and companies:

• Figma: In addition to his current role, he has contributed significantly to the platform's design tools, enhancing features like auto layout and typography.
• Medium.com: As a Design Lead and Typographer (2014-2016), he focused on the editorial aspects of design.
• Google: Wichary spent over seven years (2005-2012) as a Senior User Experience Designer, where he worked on various projects including Google Search and Chrome.
• Code for America: He served as a Fellow in 2013, working on projects related to criminal justice reform.156

Contributions and Interests

Wichary is known for his passion for typography and keyboard design. He is currently working on a book that explores the history of keyboards, reflecting his deep interest in the intersection of design and technology.26 His approach to design emphasizes prototyping and collaboration, often utilizing Figma's capabilities to create mood boards and gather feedback from peers.2

Additional Information

Beyond his professional work, Wichary is active in sharing his insights on design through talks and interviews, often discussing the importance of pixel fonts and their creative potential.34 He maintains an engaging presence on social media platforms, where he shares updates about his projects and interests.7