Design
Lead Design Systems Designer
Build and grow the design system behind all our products, in Figma and in code.
OpenBerlin · HybridFull-timeDesign · LeadEnglish
About the role
You will own our design system: tokens, components, documentation and the bridge to code, and make it themeable for many client brands.
Engagement & compensation
This is a full-time, permanent position, hybrid, based in Berlin, Germany. The salary range is €90,000–110,000 per year (gross), depending on experience.
- Country
- Germany
- City
- Berlin
- Work mode
- Hybrid
- Contract
- Full-time
- Salary
- €90,000–110,000 per year
- Languages
- English
What you will do
- Own Figma libraries: tokens, components, variants and documentation
- Keep design and code components in sync with engineering
- Make the system themeable for different client brands
- Define accessibility standards and audit against them
- Support designers in using and contributing to the system
- Lead a small team and own the direction for your area
What we look for
- 7+ years of experience in product and design-system design, including leading projects or mentoring others
- Deep knowledge of Figma variables, components and modes
- Understanding of how components are built in HTML/CSS/React
- A systematic, detail-oriented way of working
- Excellent written and spoken English
- Able to work from Berlin at least two days a week
Nice to have
- Storybook or token pipeline experience
- Multi-brand theming
- Accessibility audits
What we offer
- Real products for clients around the world, from first sketch to launch
- A small team where your work ships and its impact is visible
- AI tools in your daily work and a say in how we build our own
- Flexible hours within your time zone
Tools & skills
How to apply
Upload your CV and your details are filled in automatically. You then answer a few questions about the role and your experience. We respond to every application within two weeks.