Product Designer - Design System

Job Title: Product Designer - Design System

Location: City of London, 2-3 days per week

Contract Type: Temporary (12 Months)

Salary: DOE

Working Pattern: Full Time

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of financial technology? Our client, a leading financial institution, is seeking a talented Product Designer - Design System to join their dynamic team in the heart of London. If you have a passion for design and a knack for creating user-friendly experiences, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

About the Role: As a Product Designer, you will play a crucial role in enhancing both consumer (B2C) and developer (B2B) experiences. You'll be embedded in a design-led, cross-functional team, focusing on crafting consistent, scalable, and user-centric solutions across the payment ecosystem. Your expertise in design systems will help shape and evolve the standards that ensure outstanding experiences for customers and developers alike.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Collaborate closely with engineers to refine design system components and patterns for B2C checkout flows and B2B developer platforms.
• Drive innovative design initiatives that enhance the journeys of both customers and developers.
• Champion the adoption of design systems, educating teams and stakeholders on best practices and updates.

About You:

• Proactive in stakeholder collaboration and comfortable navigating ambiguity.
• Exceptional attention to detail, especially with visual design principles such as composition, typography, and layout.
• Demonstrable expertise in user-centered design, with a track record in both consumer and developer-facing products.
• Proficient in Figma, with a solid understanding of HTML/CSS and advanced Figma features like Auto Layout and Components.
• A portfolio that highlights your contributions to design systems and showcases your work for B2C and B2B audiences.
• Proven ability to deliver products across both desktop and mobile platforms.
• A deep understanding of scalable, modular, and accessible designs that serve diverse user bases.
• Thrives in collaborative, fast-paced environments and works effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Open to giving and receiving constructive feedback to elevate team outcomes.
• Experience with experimentation and data-driven design decisions.
• At least 4 years of experience in digital product design, focusing on design systems and cross-platform solutions.

Nice to Have:

• Hands-on experience collaborating with developers to create robust design systems.
• A background in both design and development, or experience building websites and apps for diverse audiences.

How to Apply: If you're excited about creating impactful, scalable designs that transform experiences for both customers and developers, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your CV, portfolio, and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and enthusiasm for this opportunity.

Join us in shaping the future of financial technology! Apply today and be part of a passionate team dedicated to innovation and excellence.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

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