Design Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Create and develop product interfaces from start to finish, transitioning from Figma designs to production-ready React implementations.

• Take ownership of the design system in both Figma and code, which encompasses tokens, components, variants, and comprehensive documentation.

• Ensure synchronization between the Figma design system and the code base.

• Construct and refine UI components with a focus on various states, edge cases, accessibility, and performance optimization.

• Develop prototypes for interactions and new workflows using actual data.

• Design motion and micro-interactions for intricate workflows.

• Detect and resolve UI inconsistencies while delivering enhancements.

• Collaborate closely with product, engineering, and research teams through rapid iterations while maintaining full ownership.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in product design, frontend engineering, or design engineering, with a portfolio demonstrating both design and deployed code.

• Proficient frontend skills: React, TypeScript, and modern CSS techniques (including Flexbox, Grid, custom properties, and container queries).

• Experience in creating and sustaining design systems in code, such as design tokens, component APIs, and tools like Storybook or similar.

• Extensive knowledge of Figma, including Auto Layout, Components, Variants, Variables, and Prototyping.

• Familiarity with motion and animation implemented in code (using Framer Motion, Motion, CSS transitions, or similar technologies).

• Proven history of designing clear and functional web interfaces, preferably for technical or data-intensive products.

• Strong understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG, keyboard navigation, ARIA) and responsive design principles.

• Ability to work comfortably within a real codebase, involving Git, code review processes, and collaboration with engineers.

• Daily utilization of AI tools in your workflow (such as Cursor, Claude Code, v0, or similar applications).

• Applications should be submitted in English.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation package that includes equity.

• Flexible time off policies.

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.

• Mental health support, featuring coverage for therapy when necessary.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.

• Support for learning and development, covering courses, conferences, and opportunities for skill advancement.

• Provision of all necessary hardware, subscriptions, tools, and services.

• Team off-site events held twice a year.