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Design Systems Designer (Contract)

Cambly·Remote·$130–$160 / hour
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Cambly is seeking a Design Systems Designer for a contract-to-hire engagement focused on a design system project. The role will design and build a variable-based token architecture and documented component library with support for theming. The engagement is roughly 3–5 months, full-time at approximately 40 hours per week.

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What you'll do

  • Design and build Cambly's design system as a structured, variable-based token architecture for color, spacing, type, and more
  • Create a documented component library built on top of the token architecture with structural support for theming
  • Modernize the existing design system with clear rules for when and how to use each component
  • Write specs and documentation precise enough for designers, engineers, and AI coding agents to implement with minimal ambiguity
  • Support a small, fast-moving design team by freeing product designers to focus on high-craft areas of Lexicon

What they're looking for

  • Mid-to-senior-level, hands-on design systems expertise
  • Track record of building and maintaining design systems with tokens, theming, and component libraries in Figma using a variable-based token architecture
  • Ability to provide continuous recommendations that enhance overall velocity and quality
  • Systems and codification mindset with ability to translate design intent into precise, unambiguous rules and documentation
  • Strong, well-rounded digital product design skills
  • Experience and deep curiosity working with AI as part of the core development flow
  • Self-directed and comfortable operating without a fully perfected process or handoff
  • Proven ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with design and engineering stakeholders

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