Lead Designer - Design Systems
Core
Lead the evolution of the design system to ensure brand consistency and scalability across digital and physical experiences, acting as a bridge between brand strategy and product design.
Role type
Senior Lead Design Systems Designer (Brand & Product)
Builds
Scalable design systems, design tokens, Figma libraries, and governance models
Domain
Digital Identity / SaaS / Brand Strategy
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> product features
Required skills
Design systems architecture, systems thinking, brand expression, cross-functional leadership, mentoring, design governance
Preferred skills
Experience with brand evolution, translating abstract concepts to tangible components, fostering design culture
Technologies
Figma, design tokens
Responsibilities
Collaborate with C-suite to integrate brand vision into the design system; Transform brand values into scalable visual elements (color, typography, motion); Act as a connector between brand and product teams; Develop frameworks and governance models for system adoption; Lead the evolution of tools and processes for the design system.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities