laddersNew York, NY
Design Systems Lead
$125,000 - $150,000 annually
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Design Systems Lead
laddersNew York, NY
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$125,000 - $150,000 annually
For our client, we are seeking a Design Systems Lead to join the team of a leader in the Enterprise Technology space.
This role will shape the vision, standards, and reusable design foundations that help create a consistent and scalable product experience.
You will partner closely with design and engineering to raise visual and interaction quality while enabling faster, more cohesive product development. The position calls for a hands-on leader who can combine systems thinking, prototyping, and technical collaboration to turn design principles into practical guidance.
Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available
Compensation: $125,000 - $150,000 annually
Responsibilities:
Lead and develop the design systems team to achieve ambitious goals
Own and define the vision for the design system
Elevate visual and interaction design standards
Translate design principles into usable guidelines and reusable patterns
Guide technical architecture in collaboration with engineers
Maintain a hands-on role in building and prototyping
Measure and define quality standards for design outputs
Qualifications:
5-7 years of experience in design or design engineering leadership roles
Strong visual and interaction design skills with a clear perspective
Proven ability to build and implement design systems that drive adoption
Advanced technical skills for hands-on prototyping and coding
Demonstrated use of AI in design workflows
Experience translating design principles into scalable guidance
Excellent problem-solving skills in ambiguous situations
Benefits Flexible PTO policy
Centralized ordering for home-office equipment
Health and wellness stipend
Budget for intra-office travel
Weekly coffee stipend
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
401(k) with employer match for US employees
Annual membership to One Medical
Fertility HRA for US employees
Parental leave policy with up to 16 weeks at 100% pay
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.
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$125,000 - $150,000 annually
Location
New York, NY
Occupation
Designers, All Other
Industry
Other Specialized Design Services
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