Design System Manager
We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting-edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best, so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever-growing talented team.
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Design System Manager to oversee the development, maintenance, and evolution of our Figma-based design system for our financial trading application. This role focuses on strategy, coordination, and adoption of the design system across teams. This is a critical role that ensures consistency, efficiency, and scalability across all design and development efforts, creating a seamless experience for both our users and internal teams.
Responsibilities
Define and document technical processes around the design system, component creation, naming conventions, and versioning
Work closely with frontend engineers to ensure seamless integration of design tokens, variables, and components into codebases.
Participate in component reviews, provide technical specs and assist with QA to ensure pixel-perfect and accessible implementation.
Audit and review our existing design system with the intent of bringing up to best practice.
Lead the creation, maintenance, and governance of a robust Figma-based design system, including components, patterns, and documentation.
Collaborate with UX/UI designers, product managers, and developers to ensure the design system meets the needs of the product while maintaining consistency across the application.
Build and manage reusable components that adhere to accessibility standards and are optimized for scalability.
Establish and enforce design system guidelines, principles, and best practices across the organization.
Continuously audit and improve the design system to adapt to evolving product and user needs.
Facilitate workshops and training sessions to onboard team members and promote adoption of the design system.
Act as the primary point of contact for design system-related queries and requests, ensuring smooth communication between design, product, and engineering teams.
Stay updated on Figma features, design system trends, and industry best practices to continuously enhance the design system.
Defining processes / defining + documenting processes around the design system / components etc
Requirements
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Basic understanding of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, design tokens, and component libraries) to support integration and improve developer handoff.
- Familiarity with tools like Storybook, Chromatic, and Git-based design system workflows is a plus.Expertise in Figma, including creating, managing, and optimizing complex design systems.
- Strong understanding of design principles, UX/UI best practices, and accessibility standards.
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment, preferably in fintech or a similarly complex domain.
- Excellent organizational skills and a strong eye for detail.
- Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, bridging the gap between design and development.
- Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to addressing challenges.
- Experience of project management tools including Jira and Confluence
Nice-to-Have
- Experience with other design tools and platforms, such as Sketch, Adobe XD, or ProtoPie.
- Knowledge of financial trading systems or applications.
- Experience with token-based/variable design systems and their integration into CI/CD or frontend build pipelines.
What you will get in return:
- Competitive Salary: We believe great work deserves great pay! Your skills and talents will be rewarded with a salary that makes you feel valued and motivated.
- Work-Life Harmony: Join a company that genuinely cares about you—because your life outside of work matters just as much as your time on the clock.
- Annual Performance Bonus: Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed! Celebrate your achievements with a well-deserved annual bonus tied to your performance.
- Generous Time Off: Need a breather? Our annual leave policy lets you recharge and enjoy life outside of work without a worry.
- Employee Referral Program: Love working here? Share the love! Bring your talented friends on board and get rewarded for growing our awesome team.
- Comprehensive Health & Pension Benefits: From medical insurance to pension plans, we’ve got your back. Plus, location-specific benefits and perks!
- Workation Wonderland: Live your digital nomad dreams with 30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply). Adventure awaits!
- Volunteer Days: Make a difference! Take two additional paid days each year to support causes you care about and give back to the community.
Closing
Be a key player at the forefront of the digital assets movement, propelling your career to new heights! Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding company that values and rewards talent, initiative, and creativity. Work alongside one of the most brilliant teams in the industry.
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- Department
- Technology & Product
- Locations
- London, United Kingdom
- Working options
- Hybrid
Design System Manager
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