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The position offers the opportunity to influence architecture, execution quality, and the technology capabilities that enable long-term growth within a Media environment.Location: San Francisco, CA - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship availableCompensation: $247,000 – $280,000 annuallyResponsibilities Lead development and maintenance of the design system components and documentation Create highly interactive components, ensuring precision in design specifications Collaborate with product designers to align designs with production outcomes through critique and feedback Review design contributions and assist in technical aspects of design implementations Enhance product accessibility through direct contributions and team guidance Provide flexible components for product teams to ensure consistency without unnecessary complexity Improve documentation to empower engineers and designers to self-serve effectivelyQualifications 8+ years of experience in product development, bridging design and engineering Design portfolio or project links to showcase technical skills and design taste Experience with production-scale design systems, including documentation and versioning Proficient front-end skills, particularly with motion design Fluency in Figma for creating design resources and documentation Strong communication skills for effectively conveying design system usageBenefits Generous healthcare package and 401k matching program Catered lunches and flexible vacation time Remote and hybrid work options, with occasional in-person collaboration opportunitiesOur client is an equal opportunity employer. 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