Staff Product Designer, Design Systems

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Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business, with AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure. Deel supports every worker type in 150+ countries and helps businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

We are seeking a passionate and highly experienced Staff Product Designer to join our Design System team. You\'ll be the driving force behind the development and adoption of a best-in-class design system, partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent, accessible, and scalable experiences across Deel\'s products. This role sits at the intersection of craft excellence, operational efficiency, and strategic impact, empowering product teams through foundational design solutions that accelerate delivery and elevate quality.

Responsibilities

• Design System Ownership : Lead the evolution, documentation, and adoption of Deel\'s design system. Maintain and improve the quality, consistency, and scalability of UI components and patterns across web and mobile platforms. Ensure accessibility, localization, and responsiveness best practices. Lead the public exposure of the design system to showcase Deel\'s design excellence.
• Technical Component Strategy & Architecture : Lead the vision for robust, reusable components serving multiple use cases through intelligent use of variables. Develop highly technical components such as customizable Data Grids, Form builders, and navigational patterns scalable for an 80+ strong design team. Measure component metrics, identify breakage patterns, and address design debt across the system.
• Engineer Collaboration & Design Operations : Facilitate stronger engineering collaboration. Build tools that enhance the designer and engineer experience, including linting systems for consistency and automated workflows. Develop systems such as design token automation and utilities that streamline handoff processes.
• Mentorship & Influence : Create foundational work reusable across product teams. Mentor designers in design system adoption, elevate capabilities, and facilitate knowledge sharing. Work cross-functionally with design leadership to align system strategy with product goals.

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Fair and competitive pay with scalable benefits, rewards, and perks that reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all.

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Deel is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity, or other legally protected characteristics.

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Equal opportunity and accommodation : Deel will provide accommodations on request during recruitment and assessment processes. If you require accommodation, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team at recruiting@deel.com.

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