> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2002279-design-system-designer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2002279-design-system-designer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Design System Designer - **Company:** Número De - **Location:** Barcelona, Spain (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Component-Based Software Engineering, Design of User Interfaces, Figma, Front End Software Development - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.es/contact-us.html ## About the Role The ideal candidate is a highly experienced designer with a strong background in building and scaling design systems within product-focused environments. You should combine strong UI expertise with strategic thinking, technical understanding, and excellent collaboration skills. + 5+ years of experience as a Product Designer, UI Designer, or Design System Designer. + Proven experience owning, building, or scaling design systems within a product company. + Advanced proficiency in Figma, including components, variables, libraries, and branching workflows. + Strong UI design skills with a deep understanding of scalable component-based systems. + Solid UX knowledge and the ability to balance user needs, business objectives, and technical limitations. + Experience collaborating closely with frontend engineers and understanding design implementation processes. + Ability to clearly communicate and defend design decisions while facilitating productive discussions with stakeholders. + Strong attention to detail, structured thinking, and a passion for creating high-quality design solutions. Nice to have: + Experience creating or managing multi-brand design systems. + Familiarity with Storybook or other design-to-code workflows. + Basic understanding of HTML/CSS and modern frontend practices. + Experience working in complex product ecosystems such as iGaming, fintech, or similar industries. + Experience mentoring designers or helping establish design system practices within teams. + Experience using product analytics to validate and improve design decisions. ## Description This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Design System Designer based in Spain. We are seeking an experienced Senior Design System Designer to drive the evolution of scalable, consistent, and high-quality design systems across complex digital products. In this role, you will take ownership of design system strategy, component development, and UI consistency while collaborating closely with product, engineering, and quality teams. You will help bridge the gap between design and development by creating reusable patterns, improving workflows, and ensuring exceptional user experiences. The position requires strong product thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to balance user needs, business goals, and technical constraints. You will join a collaborative, remote-friendly environment where innovation, autonomy, and continuous improvement are highly valued. This is an opportunity to shape foundational design practices and influence how teams build and scale digital experiences. Accountabilities: As a Senior Design System Designer, you will own the continuous improvement and adoption of scalable design systems, ensuring consistency and efficiency across products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish best practices, improve design workflows, and deliver impactful user experiences. + Develop and maintain scalable design systems that support product growth, consistency, and usability across multiple digital experiences. + Design and evolve reusable components, patterns, and design tokens based on real product requirements and user scenarios. + Own the roadmap and prioritization of design system improvements, making informed design decisions and ensuring quality standards. + Conduct UI reviews and design quality checks to maintain consistency between design concepts and implemented experiences. + Analyze component usage in production, identify systemic issues, and propose solutions that improve efficiency and usability. + Partner closely with product designers, frontend engineers, and QA specialists to ensure accurate implementation of design solutions. + Create and maintain clear documentation, guidelines, and best practices for component usage and design workflows. ## Related Videos - [Design Systems and how to develop consistent and scalable products with them](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/639-design-systems-and-how-to-develop-consistent-and-scalable-products-with-them) - [UX is a fullstack job!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1020-ux-is-a-fullstack-job) - [Fireside Chat with David Heinemeier Hansson](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/980-fireside-chat-with-david-heinemeier-hansson) - [Boost Productivity with AI: Figma & Playwright MCP Workflows - Aris Markogiannakis](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1768-boost-productivity-with-ai-figma-playwright-mcp-workflows-aris-markogiannakis) - [Building the Right Product and Building It Right: A Glimpse into Extreme Programming, Atomic Design ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/398-building-the-right-product-and-building-it-right-a-glimpse-into-extreme-programming-atomic-design) - [Bridging the Gap](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/794-bridging-the-gap) ## Related Articles - [10 Essential Figma Plugins for Frontend Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/262-10-essential-figma-plugins-for-frontend-developers-in-2023) - [16 Best Free React UI Libraries in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/148-16-best-free-react-ui-libraries-in-2025) - [Are design and development really just the same thing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/520-are-design-and-development-really-just-the-same-thing) - [Declarative Design and a fresh take on collaboration with developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/595-declarative-design-and-a-fresh-take-on-collaboration-with-developers) - [Top 7 CSS Frameworks in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/362-top-7-css-frameworks-in-2025) - [Top 10 Svelte UI Libraries in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/250-top-10-svelte-ui-libraries-in-2025)