UI Designer (Design System Specialist)

Summary

Join Koru UX Design, a leading HealthTech UX design agency, as a UI Designer with 3-5 years of experience and expertise in Design Systems. You will lead the design, implementation, and evolution of scalable design systems for complex B2B and Enterprise applications. Key responsibilities include architecting and maintaining robust design systems, defining and implementing design tokens, creating reusable UI components, collaborating with stakeholders, producing comprehensive documentation, establishing governance processes, mentoring fellow designers, and staying current with industry trends. The ideal candidate possesses proven expertise in creating and implementing design tokens, a portfolio showcasing design systems, and advanced proficiency in design tools. Bonus points are awarded for excellent communication, problem-solving skills, and familiarity with Agile methodologies. Koru UX Design offers opportunities for growth, flexible working hours, a collaborative culture, and career advancement.

Requirements

• 3+ years of UI design experience, with at least 2 years focused on building and managing design systems for B2B or Enterprise applications
• Proven expertise in creating and implementing variables, primitive, and semantic tokens in design systems
• Portfolio showcasing at least two design systems and how it was used in projects
• Advanced proficiency in design tools (Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD) and prototyping tools
• Deep knowledge of design tokens, including primitive (e.g., color, typography, spacing) and semantic (e.g., brand-specific, component-specific, or contextual) tokens
• Experience with token management and version control for design systems
• Basic understanding of front-end development (Angular, React, etc) to collaborate effectively with developers
• Expertise in accessibility standards (WCAG)

Responsibilities

• Design System Development: Architect and maintain robust design systems, including component libraries, style guides, and documentation, with a focus on variables, primitive, and semantic tokens
• Token Architecture: Define and implement design tokens (primitive and semantic) to ensure scalability, consistency, and adaptability across platforms and themes
• Component Design: Create reusable, accessible, and responsive UI components using tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD, leveraging token-based design principles
• Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to align design systems with business objectives and technical constraints
• Documentation: Produce clear, comprehensive documentation for design systems, including token usage, component guidelines, and best practices
• Governance & Adoption: Establish governance processes to ensure consistent use of design systems and tokens across teams and projects
• Mentorship: Mentor fellow designers, promoting best practices in design systems and token-based workflows
• Innovation: Stay current with industry trends, tools, and advancements in design systems and token methodologies

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional teamwork
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a user-centric approach
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Knowledge of enterprise software domains (e.g., CRM, ERP, SaaS)

Benefits

• Opportunities for growth and continuous learning
• Flexible working hours and remote options
• A collaborative and innovative team culture
• Opportunity for career growth and leadership roles