Library Architect - Design Systems

OVERVIEW:
We’re seeking a Library Architect to lead the evolution and scalability of an Enterprise Design System, ensuring consistent, high-quality user experiences across products and platforms. This role bridges the worlds of design and development, transforming design principles into robust, reusable, and accessible front-end Figma components. You’ll collaborate across disciplines—design, engineering, and product—to define resilient, composable assets and patterns that shape how design system consumers build digital experiences.

Core Competencies:

• Architect, maintain, and evolve a Figma component library that powers multiple products.
• Establish and document scalable UI patterns, accessibility standards, and best practices.
• Collaborate with design and engineering teams to ensure smooth integration between Figma libraries and codebases.
• Identify opportunities to optimize performance, improve usability, and streamline design system workflows.
• Adopt emerging Figma features (e.g., Slots, Extended Collections for Variables) and front-end innovations.
• Act as a bridge between design and development, ensuring seamless translation from concept to implementation.
• Strong communicator who thrives in collaborative, cross-functional environments.
• Development-oriented, systematic thinker with a passion for clean, maintainable design.
• Curious and adaptable, with enthusiasm for new tools and evolving design technology.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Human-Computer Interaction, Design, or related field

EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years of proven success leading or architecting a component library in a global or enterprise-scale environment.
• Experience with version control (Git), CI/CD, and modular UI frameworks.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Expertise in design systems, component libraries, and front-end architecture.
• Strong understanding of scalable UI patterns, responsive design, and WCAG accessibility standards.
• Proficiency in React, Angular, or other modern front-end frameworks.
• Skilled with design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
• Demonstrated ability to construct component APIs that are durable, well-documented, and adaptable.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Excellent written and verbal communication in English
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Remote
• Collaborative, fast-paced team setting

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

• Monday – Friday, 40 hours/week
• Flexibility for meetings across global time zones

TRAVEL:

• Minimal travel expected (<10%)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: IF REMOTE OR ADMINISTRATIVE, Regular use of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment. Regular, repetitive movements such as typing, mouse movements, and scrolling. Ability to hear and understand spoken communications, both in person and via remote communication tools (e.g., phone, video conferencing). Ability to see and read computer screens and printed documents, as well as adjust focus. This includes prolonged periods of looking at a computer screen.

ADA Statement

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO/AA Statement

New Era Technology provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status. 

In addition to federal law requirements, New Era Technology complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.