Design Engineer

Lean In

$130K — $200K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in design and engineering, or deep expertise in one with demonstrated skills in the other.
  • A portfolio showcasing user-centered design and effective execution.
  • Expert proficiency in Figma for design systems and components.
  • Strong front-end skills in modern JavaScript frameworks, HTML5, and CSS3.
  • Working proficiency in back-end technologies (Python, Node.js, Ruby, Java, etc.) and building RESTful APIs.
  • Deep understanding of responsive design and accessibility standards.
  • Fluency with AI-assisted design and development tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the entire design process, from research to prototypes for both web and mobile.
  • Build and maintain scalable design systems and consistent patterns.
  • Identify and propose improvements for the user experience.
  • Translate design concepts into production-ready features.
  • Develop accessible front-end experiences with modern frameworks.
  • Write clean, maintainable code while troubleshooting across the stack.
  • Collaborate with product and leadership to ensure user needs are met.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with a 4% employer match.
  • Generous paid time off policy.
  • Additional benefits supporting well-being and long-term success.
Full Job Description
THE ROLE

We're hiring a Design Engineer - a rare hybrid who both designs and builds. You'll own experiences end to end: research and design the interface, then write the code that brings it to life. As AI collapses the distance between idea and implementation, the most valuable people are those who move fluidly across the whole arc of a product - taste and craft on one side, engineering rigor on the other. You'll have real autonomy, direct influence on the experiences we put in front of our community, and room to grow alongside the team and platforms you help shape.

What You'll Do

Design the experience
  • Lead the end-to-end design process - research, concept, and prototypes for web and mobile.
  • Build and evolve design systems and patterns that stay consistent and scale across products.
  • Spot opportunities to make the user experience better and proactively propose thoughtful solutions.
Build the product
  • Take features from design concept to production release.
  • Develop responsive, accessible front-end experiences using modern JavaScript frameworks.
  • Write clean, maintainable, well-tested code, and troubleshoot and debug across the stack.
Own the craft
  • Partner with product, data, and leadership to translate user needs into shipped solutions.
  • Optimize performance, accessibility, and security across everything you build.
  • Help shape engineering and design standards as the team grows.


What You Will Bring

  • 3+ years across design and engineering - or deep experience in one with demonstrated ability in the other.
  • A portfolio that shows user-centered thinking and strong execution.
  • Expert proficiency in Figma, including components, variants, auto-layout, and design systems.
  • Strong front-end skills: modern JavaScript frameworks, HTML5, and CSS3.
  • Working back-end proficiency (Python, Node.js, Ruby, Java, etc.) and comfort building RESTful APIs.
  • A strong foundation in interaction design, visual design, and information architecture.
  • Deep understanding of responsive design, accessibility standards, and inclusive design principles.
  • Fluency with - or strong curiosity about - AI-assisted design and development tools.
  • A self-starter who thrives with autonomy and drives projects forward with minimal direction.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, and the ability to collaborate across a small team.
  • A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Design, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • A deep commitment to Lean In's mission to inspire and equip women to lead.
  • Alignment with the Sandberg Bernthal Family Foundation's initiatives, including building resilience and driving social impact.


$130,000 - $200,000 a year

Base Salary

$130,000 - $200,000, based on experience, skills, and qualifications

Performance Bonus

Up to 15% of base salary annually

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with a 4% employer match; generous paid time off; and additional benefits designed to support well-being and long-term success

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