Senior Software Engineer, Design Systems

Website Experience Platform empowering marketing teams to visually build, manage, and optimize stunning websites with AI-driven personalization.
$139,000 - $218,000
Frontend
Senior Software Engineer
Remote
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Senior Software Engineer, Design Systems

Webflow, a leading Website Experience Platform (WXP), is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their team and help build and maintain their internal Design System, Spring. This role is crucial in shaping the design language and guidelines that power UI components, icons, accessibility, content, and interactions across Webflow's applications. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $139,000 to $218,000 USD, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work in a remote-first environment.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of frontend engineering experience, with specific expertise in Design Systems. You'll be working with advanced React and CSS patterns, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring accessibility standards are met. This role combines technical expertise with strategic thinking, as you'll be responsible for both building components and driving their adoption across the organization.

Webflow's mission is to democratize web development, serving millions of users worldwide from independent designers to Fortune 500 companies. The company culture emphasizes customer experience, urgency in execution, honest communication, and making meaningful impact. They offer an impressive benefits package including equity, full healthcare coverage, parental leave, flexible PTO, and various wellness programs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer passionate about design systems to make a significant impact at a growing company that's transforming how websites are built and managed. You'll be at the forefront of creating and maintaining the foundation that enables Webflow to scale its products and systems effectively.

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Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer, Design Systems

  • Build and maintain Webflow's internal design system and related entities
  • Author and maintain UI components that are scalable, performant, accessible, and consistent
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the success and adoption of the design system
  • Develop and execute strategies to migrate legacy systems to modern systems
  • Lead and participate in team discussions focused on design systems
  • Solve problems in a highly technical platform
  • Improve planning, development, and deployment processes

Requirements For Senior Software Engineer, Design Systems

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  • 5+ years of experience working as a FE/UI engineer
  • 1-2+ years experience with Design Systems
  • Proficient in advanced React and CSS patterns
  • Proven track record of successfully launching and driving adoption of design systems
  • Experience working with a fast paced, highly collaborative, and cross-functional team
  • Comfortable working cross-team to provide UI/UX suggestions
  • Treat web accessibility as a top priority

Benefits For Senior Software Engineer, Design Systems

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Parental Leave
401k
Equity
Education Budget
Commuter Benefits
  • Equity ownership (RSUs)
  • 100% employer-paid healthcare, vision, and dental insurance
  • 12 weeks paid parental leave
  • Flexible PTO with minimum 10 days
  • Mental wellness and professional coaching
  • Monthly stipends for health, wellness, and professional growth
  • Professional career coaching
  • 401k plan
  • Pet Insurance (US only)
  • Commuter benefits

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