Design Systems Lead

For our client, we are seeking a Design Systems Lead to join the team of a leader in the Enterprise Technology space. This role will shape the vision, standards, and reusable design foundations that help create a consistent and scalable product experience. You will partner closely with design and engineering to raise visual and interaction quality while enabling faster, more cohesive product development. The position calls for a hands-on leader who can combine systems thinking, prototyping, and technical collaboration to turn design principles into practical guidance. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $125,000 – $150,000 annually Responsibilities Lead and develop the design systems team to achieve ambitious goals Own and define the vision for the design system Elevate visual and interaction design standards Translate design principles into usable guidelines and reusable patterns Guide technical architecture in collaboration with engineers Maintain a hands-on role in building and prototyping Measure and define quality standards for design outputs Qualifications 5-7 years of experience in design or design engineering leadership roles Strong visual and interaction design skills with a clear perspective Proven ability to build and implement design systems that drive adoption Advanced technical skills for hands-on prototyping and coding Demonstrated use of AI in design workflows Experience translating design principles into scalable guidance Excellent problem-solving skills in ambiguous situations Benefits Flexible PTO policy Centralized ordering for home-office equipment Health and wellness stipend Budget for intra-office travel Weekly coffee stipend Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage 401(k) with employer match for US employees Annual membership to One Medical Fertility HRA for US employees Parental leave policy with up to 16 weeks at 100% pay Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.