Skydio-posted 10 months ago
$80 - $120/Yr
San Mateo, CA

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial transportation. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, and operational excellence to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users - from first responders to insurance claims adjusters, utilities, and more! We’re looking for a Front-End Focused Design Engineer with deep expertise in design systems to help audit, improve, and expand our Rivet Design System. You’ll collaborate closely with our design and engineering teams to refine components, enhance documentation, and ensure a seamless handoff between design and code. Your work will directly impact the scalability and consistency of our design system across web and Android platforms, utilizing tools like Figma, Storybook, and Showkase.

  • Audit & Improve: Review our existing Rivet Design System, identifying inconsistencies and opportunities for enhancement.
  • Design System Development: Build, refine, and document reusable components in Storybook (React) and Showkase (Android) to improve developer adoption.
  • Figma Integration: Ensure our design system aligns seamlessly with Figma, optimizing component libraries and documentation for designers.
  • Code & Collaborate: Write and improve component-level front-end code, working alongside engineers to ensure high-quality implementation.
  • Accessibility & Performance: Advocate for accessibility (a11y) best practices, performance optimizations, and scalable front-end architecture.
  • Cross-Team Communication: Act as a bridge between designers and engineers, ensuring design intent is properly translated into code.
  • Extensive experience working with and maintaining design systems.
  • Deep expertise in Figma, Storybook (React), and Showkase (Android Design System Management).
  • Strong front-end development skills, particularly in React/TypeScript and a solid understanding of Android UI frameworks.
  • Experience working with tokens, theming, and scalable component architecture.
  • A keen eye for design details, user experience, and accessibility best practices.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with both design and engineering teams.
  • Experience with Theming APIs, CSS-in-JS, Tailwind, or Styled Components.
  • Contributions to open-source design systems.
  • Previous experience scaling design systems for large teams or enterprise applications.
  • Hourly wage range of $80 - $120 per hour.
  • Eligibility to participate in the Company’s group health insurance plans after fulfilling tenure and waiting period requirements.
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