Lead Product Designer, Design Systems

Robert Half

. Translate product and experience needs into scalable design system solutions .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $63 - $98 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in evolving and managing design systems, with a strong focus on accessibility, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and mentorship of design professionals. Proficient in Figma and front-end technologies to ensure scalable and inclusive design solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Expert Proficiency In FigmaExperience In Product DesignStrong Understanding Of Front-End TechnologiesDesign-To-Code WorkflowsExceptional Knowledge Of Accessibility Standards

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Hard Skills

Product DesignUX DesignDesign System GovernanceComponent ArchitectureDesign TokensAuto LayoutHTMLCSSReactDesign Specifications

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsDocumentation SkillsMentorshipCollaborationContinuous Learning

Tools & Technologies

FigmaStorybookDesign QADesign ReviewsRelease Communications

Certifications & Qualifications

BA Or Equivalent In Related Fields

Industry Keywords

Design PatternsScalable Design SolutionsInclusive DesignCross-Functional CollaborationDesign System Initiatives

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Translate product and experience needs into scalable design system solutions
Evolve reusable components, patterns, foundations, and guidance
Partner with engineering to ensure scalable, technically aligned, accessible, globally inclusive, and adoptable solutions
Evaluate product designs and determine opportunities for standardization and reusable system assets
Collaborate with UX, Product, Engineering, Marketing, Brand, and other cross-functional partners
Lead strategic design system initiatives and contribute to roadmap planning
Champion design quality through accessibility reviews, implementation validation, and system stewardship
Partner with front-end engineers on quality, parity, and maintainability
Contribute to design system governance and establish standards
Champion adoption through consultation, education, documentation, and partner engagement
Measure adoption and improve designer and developer experiences
Mentor designers and foster collaboration, continuous learning, systems thinking, and design excellence
Maintain Figma libraries, documentation, release communications, design reviews, and team processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA or equivalent in related fields
5–8+ years of experience in Product Design or UX Design
3+ years of dedicated experience contributing to and evolving enterprise design systems across multiple products or platforms
Portfolio demonstrating scalable design patterns, systemized complex UI challenges, and cohesive accessible experiences across platforms
Expert proficiency in Figma, including component architecture, variables, design tokens, Auto Layout, and scalable library management
Exceptional knowledge of accessibility standards and commitment to inclusive design
Strong understanding of front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, React, or similar
Experience with design-to-code workflows, including design specifications, Storybook, design QA, implementation validation, and maintaining parity between design and code
Strong communication and documentation skills
Online portfolio accompanying resume/CV required
Successful completion of a background check is required as a condition of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan