Design System Manager

Join Thiga and help us shape the Digital Future in Europe!Who we areThiga is a leadingEuropean product-driven digital transformation consultancy. We help some of Europe’s largest companies innovate, integrate AI responsibly, and design solutions that combineperformance and innovation.Our mission is to spreadproduct culturewithin organisations that want to embrace agility and the mindset ofProduct Managers, Product Designers, and Agile Product Coaches.We operate at the intersection ofbusiness and technology, supporting leaders and teams in the design, development, and management of high-impact digital products. Joining Thiga means becoming part of a team that combinesstrategic vision, a passion for technology, and a strong commitment to change.We embed ourselves within our clients’ teams as true partners, working alongside them day to day and actively contributing to transforming how digital products are built.Why join our team?People come first? we prioritise the quality of our projects (#missions) and ensure continuous follow-up and support.Global company, startup mindset? we operate independently at a local level while benefiting from the support of our French headquarters.Large, diverse clients? we work across industries such as transportation, telecommunications, insurance, luxury, tourism, mobility-as-a-service, fintech, and more.What we offerPermanent contractCompetitive salary based on profile and market100% covered health and dental insuranceFlexible benefits (childcare, transportation, meals)Hybrid or remote work, with occasional on-site visits depending on client needsChoice of your own equipment (MacBook, HP, etc.)Training and eventsA strong and supportive company culture (#T-Time!)Your role as Design System ManagerWe are looking for aDesign System Managerto lead the development, evolution, and adoption of our client’s Design System across multiple product lines.This role is fully dedicated to the Design System and sits at the intersection ofdesign, engineering, and product. You will manage the system as aproduct, ensuring it delivers consistency, scalability, and real value for teams building B2B, B2C, and B2O digital experiences.You will combinehands-on system designwithgovernance, enablement, and advocacy, working closely with engineering and product partners to scale the system across the organisation.What you’ll do:Design System construction & evolutionLead the design and evolution of a scalable Design System, ensuring high standards of quality, consistency, and usability.Partner closely with aFront-End Leadto define and maintain strong design and technical foundations.Own and maintaindesign tokens, ensuring all components are token-driven.Oversee the delivery and evolution of a growing component library (currently ~30 components).Guide the system through maturity phases, including process consolidation, ritualisation, and the development of more complex components and patterns.Contribute to the evolution of the system towards amulti-brand setup, supporting future brand variations.Design System management & governanceOwn the Design System roadmap, prioritisation, and overall quality as a product.Define and operate acentralised governance modelwith a light federated contribution layer.Manage a staging environment where components from different product teams are reviewed before being promoted to the core system.Review contributions regularly to assess maturity, scalability, and alignment with system standards.Ensure governance remainslightweight, pragmatic, and easy to adopt, avoiding unnecessary complexity.Enablement, advocacy & communicationAct as anambassador for the Design Systemacross design, engineering, and product teams.Maintain regular communication with Product Managers to provide visibility on progress, capacity, and priorities.Ensure coherence and alignment across multiple product scopes (B2B, B2C, B2O).Organise and facilitateweekly Design System Office Hours, including:system updates,workshops or training sessions,design reviews and peer feedback,hands-on support for real product use cases.Support teams by clarifying UX, UI, and technical decisions and helping them adopt the system effectively.How you’ll work:You’ll be part of asmall, dedicated Design System core team, working closely with front-end engineers and contributors embedded in product teams.Designers are embedded in product squads, while you remain fully focused on the Design System.You may occasionally participate in design reviews across teams to ensure consistency and alignment.Collaboration models (Design × Tech × PM) are flexible and adapted to the maturity of each product line.Tools & tech:Design & documentation:Figma, NotionProduct & planning:Notion (roadmap, tasks, documentation, contributions)Front-end stack:React, Chakra UIJIRA is not used for Design System product management.What we’re looking forStrong experience working onDesign Systems, UI systems, or platform design.Proven ability to manage a Design System as aproduct, balancing long-term vision and short-term delivery.Solid understanding of front-end development and close collaboration with engineering teams.Experience defining and operatinggovernance and contribution models.Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.Comfortable working incomplex, multi-product and multi-brand environments.Pragmatic mindset with a focus on simplicity, scalability, and adoption.Nice to have:Experience withmulti-brand design systemsExperience in large organisations or scaled product environmentsFamiliarity with design tokens and theming strategiesIf you’re interested in this opportunity, don’t hesitate to apply! 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Strong experience working on Design Systems , UI systems, or platform design. Proven ability to manage a Design System as a product , balancing long-term vision and short-term delivery. Solid understanding of front-end development and close collaboration with engineering teams. Experience defining and operating governance and contribution models . Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills. Comfortable working in complex, multi-product and multi-brand environments . Pragmatic mindset with a focus on simplicity, scalability, and adoption. Nice to have: Experience with multi-brand design systems Experience in large organisations or scaled product environments Familiarity with design tokens and theming strategies

Competitive salary based on profile and market 100% covered health and dental insurance Flexible benefits (childcare, transportation, meals) Hybrid or remote work, with occasional on-site visits depending on client needs Choice of your own equipment (MacBook, HP, etc.) Training and events A strong and supportive company culture ( #T-Time! )

Thiga is a leading European product-driven digital transformation consultancy . We help some of Europe’s largest companies innovate, integrate AI responsibly, and design solutions that combine performance and innovation . Our mission is to spread product culture within organisations that want to embrace agility and the mindset of Product Managers, Product Designers, and Agile Product Coaches . We operate at the intersection of business and technology , supporting leaders and teams in the design, development, and management of high-impact digital products. Joining Thiga means becoming part of a team that combines strategic vision, a passion for technology, and a strong commitment to change . We embed ourselves within our clients’ teams as true partners, working alongside them day to day and actively contributing to transforming how digital products are built. Why join our team? People come first ? we prioritise the quality of our projects ( #missions ) and ensure continuous follow-up and support. Global company, startup mindset ? we operate independently at a local level while benefiting from the support of our French headquarters. Large, diverse clients ? we work across industries such as transportation, telecommunications, insurance, luxury, tourism, mobility-as-a-service, fintech, and more.