Design Engineer – Mid-Senior

Nord Security

. Develop, maintain, and evolve Aurora component kits: ReactKit, AstroKit, and AppKit .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeVilnius • LithuaniaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in building and maintaining design systems, with a strong command of JavaScript, modern CSS, and Figma for effective design-to-code translation. Capable of guiding product development teams and implementing accessible, high-quality UI components while championing design automation and best practices.

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Design System DevelopmentJavaScript ProficiencyFigma FluencyStorybook.js ExperienceComponent Architecture Knowledge

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Hard Skills

JavaScriptModern CSSTailwindCSSSemantic HTMLDesign System PrinciplesComponent ArchitectureToken StrategiesVisual HierarchyInteraction DesignAccessibility Standards

Soft Skills

CollaborationIndependent Decision-MakingTraining and Support

Tools & Technologies

FigmaFigma Plugin APIStorybook.jsCLI UtilitiesPrototyping Tools

Industry Keywords

WCAG AA ComplianceDesign AutomationDesign ToolingComponent KitsVisual and Interaction Language

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, maintain, and evolve Aurora component kits: ReactKit, AstroKit, and AppKit
Keep component contracts consistent across component kits
Contribute to Aurora’s visual and interaction language in Figma and code
Build internal design tooling including Figma plugins, CLI utilities, CI checks, prototyping tools, and AI-native workflows
Champion design automation, Storybook, and testing strategies
Guide, train, and support product development teams adopting the Aurora design system
Provide technical input during design, prototype interactions, and translate concepts into polished, interactive, performant UI components
Implement animations and micro-interactions
Build and maintain accessible components compliant with standards such as WCAG AA
Own the technical implementation and architecture of design system components, including code quality, performance, and design fidelity

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience building, maintaining, and scaling design systems
Deep understanding of design system principles, component architecture, and token strategies
Strong product design fundamentals, including visual hierarchy, typography, spacing, and interaction design
Ability to make sound design decisions independently and contribute to design, not just implementation
Strong command of JavaScript, modern CSS including TailwindCSS, and semantic HTML
Ability to become productive in an unfamiliar stack quickly
Figma fluency, including variables, component architecture, and accurate design-to-code translation
Figma Plugin API or MCP experience is a strong signal
Advanced knowledge and practical experience with Storybook.js for component development, documentation, and testing
Ability to collaborate across design, engineering, and product and drive adoption of best practices
Experience with design tools such as Figma and translating designs accurately into code
Ability to work from the Vilnius or Kaunas office 3 times per week

Benefits

Comp & perks

Training, mentorship, and room to grow
Extra vacation days, sick days, and time off when life calls
Private health insurance in Lithuania and Poland — fully covered
Free subscriptions to Calm, Headspace, and Mindletic
Resilience and mindfulness trainings
In-house gyms, sport cards, online workouts, and personal guidance
Company-wide trip abroad/workation
Work from wherever keeps you in the zone
Gifts for birthdays, weddings, and new family members
Children’s summer camps and schedule flexibility
Team building and company events
Access to Vilnius HQ amenities including coffee bar, gyms, kids’ room, music room, and massage chairs