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Reddit

Senior Android Engineer, Design System

$190K - $267K/yr

The mission of the Design System Team is to deliver a cohesive, modern and accessible experience across all of Reddit's platforms. As a Senior Android engineer on the Design System Team, you will ...

PNC Bank

Design Systems & Operations Lead

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$150K - $184K/yr

Design System governance and adoption. Product design expertise and selective hands-on execution. This role is ideal for a senior individual contributor who has experienced the challenges of scaling ...

PNC Bank

Design Systems & Operations Lead

Mercer, PA · On-site

$146K - $180K/yr

Design System governance and adoption. Product design expertise and selective hands-on execution. This role is ideal for a senior individual contributor who has experienced the challenges of scaling ...

PNC Bank

Design Systems & Operations Lead

Houston, TX · On-site

$148K - $181K/yr

Design System governance and adoption. Product design expertise and selective hands-on execution. This role is ideal for a senior individual contributor who has experienced the challenges of scaling ...

Rippling

Product Design Lead, Design Systems

New York, NY · On-site

$174K - $290K/yr

About the role The Rippling Design System team is responsible for ensuring every product at Rippling has a high-quality and cohesive user experience. Design Systems does this by developing the high ...

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How much do design system jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for design system in the United States is $118,589.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $137,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a design system do?

A professional in a Design System role typically spends their days creating and maintaining design components, documenting usage guidelines, and collaborating closely with designers and developers to ensure consistency across products. They may facilitate design critiques, conduct audits of existing interfaces, and advocate for best practices in design and code implementation. Regular communication with product, engineering, and accessibility teams is common to address evolving needs and ensure that the system remains scalable and effective. This collaborative and detail-oriented work is essential for supporting efficient product development and delivering a unified user experience.

What is a design system?

A Design System job involves creating and maintaining a structured set of design guidelines, reusable components, and coding standards to ensure consistency across digital products. Professionals in this role collaborate with designers, developers, and product teams to build scalable UI frameworks that enhance efficiency and usability. Their responsibilities may include defining design tokens, documenting best practices, and ensuring seamless integration of the system into various projects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the design system position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Design System Specialist, you should have a strong background in user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design, knowledge of component-driven development, and experience with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Familiarity with design tools like Figma, Adobe XD, as well as version control systems and documentation platforms is highly valuable. Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills are essential for working effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. These abilities help ensure consistency, scalability, and usability across digital products, which are critical for a cohesive brand and efficient development workflows.

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Infographic showing various Design System job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,589 per year, or $57 per hour.

Platform Design System Lead - 100% REMOTE

System One

Vienna, VA • Remote

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Platform Design System Lead Location: Remote Type: Contract long term Compensation: Negotiable Work Model: Remote Hours: 40 hours a week Security Clearance: No clearance, however, there is a background check that includes criminal, credit and fingerprints

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to open-source design systems, UI libraries, or reusable internal platform libraries.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design consistency and scalability.
  • Lead initiatives to improve user experience and interface design standards.
  • Participate in the development and maintenance of design documentation and best practices.
Requirements
  • Experience with open-source design systems, UI libraries, or internal platform libraries.
  • Strong understanding of UI/UX design principles and best practices.
  • Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.
  • Previous experience leading design teams or projects.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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