Design System Lead (Contract or Full-Time)
Location: Remote / Flexible
We are seeking a Design System Lead with deep expertise in atomic, token-based design systems in Figma. This role can be structured as either contractor or full-time, depending on your availability and fit.
You will be responsible for building scalable, token-driven Figma web design systems that ensure consistency, accessibility, and efficiency across global brand projects.
Responsibilities
* Build and maintain a token-based design system in Figma (colors, spacing, typography, grids, and motion tokens)
* Leverage Figma variables to create scalable, adaptable design structures
* Develop components, variants, auto layouts, and interactive prototypes for reusability and consistency
* Lead the end-to-end design system implementation across multiple web projects
* Partner closely with designers and developers to ensure seamless handoff and system adoption
* Act as the subject matter expert on atomic design methodologies and design system best practices
* Continuously refine the system to evolve with new features, technologies, and brand needs
* Stay ahead of design tooling trends, variable management, and system scaling techniques
Qualifications
* Expert-level experience in building atomic, token-based design systems in Figma
* Advanced proficiency with Figma components, variants, auto layout, interactive prototyping, and variables
* Experience creating scalable component libraries and design tokens for global web projects
* Strong understanding of design tokens → code workflows (integration into HTML/CSS/JS)
* Solid grasp of responsive design, grid systems, and accessibility standards (WCAG)
* Strong understanding of typography principles and building type scales in design systems
* Knowledge of motion principles and ability to define micro-interactions within systems
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills, especially with developers and stakeholders
* Attention to detail and consistency at scale
* Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively
* Bachelor’s degree in Design (or equivalent professional experience)
Why Join Us
* Flexible working setup: remote or hybrid
* Opportunity to build world-class web design systems for global brands
* Collaborative, design-driven environment
📩 Applications: hr@ministryofcrm.com