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Front-End Developer (Design Systems Specialist)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Front-End Developer (Design Systems Specialist) with a passion for clean design, scalable architecture, and reusable code. You’ll work at the intersection of design and engineering, building a world-class frontend framework that drives consistency across products and teams.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and maintain a comprehensive design system, including reusable component libraries, style guides, and documentation.
  • Build and maintain a Storybook instance with thorough documentation and live interactive examples.
  • Architect and implement hybrid design system strategies using both Close Props API and Component API.
  • Build reusable, accessible components with React and Radix UI, ensuring WCAG AA compliance.
  • Develop UI components integrated with Uniform and Contentstack for hyper-personalized digital experiences.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with designers, product managers, and engineers to define and implement component specifications.
  • Write clean, maintainable code with best practices in React, TypeScript, HTML, CSS Modules, and JavaScript.
  • Participate in code reviews, mentoring, and contribute to process improvements.
  • Stay up to date with front-end trends, tools, and best practices.
  • 3+ years of experience in front-end development, with a focus on design systems.
  • Strong expertise in React.js, including hooks, context API, and modern state management (e.g., Redux, React Query).
  • Demonstrated experience building and maintaining a design system in Storybook.
  • Familiarity with Close Props API and Component API strategies for flexible component development.
  • Experience working with Radix UI and creating accessible UI components.
  • Integration experience with headless CMS platforms, especially Contentstack and digital experience platforms like Uniform.
  • Solid understanding of WCAG AA accessibility standards.
  • Strong communication and team collaboration skills.
  • A portfolio showcasing past design system work is required.

Bonus Points:

  • Proficiency in TypeScript.
  • Experience with testing tools like Cypress, Jest, or React Testing Library.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps workflows.
  • Contributions to open-source design systems or UI libraries.
  • In-depth knowledge of Storybook plugins and custom configurations.

Working Conditions:

  • Type of job: Temporary Contractor – 1 year with the possibility to extend
  • Work hours: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week
  • Location: Toronto, ON

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DATE POSTED
April 19, 2025

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