Product Designer, Design Systems
Apply on New Zealand Trade and EnterpriseNew Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) is hiring a Product Designer, Design Systems based in New Zealand within commuting range of its offices, Wellington (preferred). The role will work on NZTE's customer-facing digital products, including the myNZTE platform, to create consistency, quality and efficiency across those products. The position involves owning and evolving NZTE's design system, collaborating with designers, developers and product teams, and exploring how AI can be incorporated into design practice.
AI skillsThis role asks for AI & agentic skills, exactly what we teach at Into Design SystemsWhat you'll do
- Own and evolve NZTE's design system, including reusable components, patterns and documentation
- Improve consistency, accessibility and quality across NZTE's digital products
- Work closely with designers, developers and product teams to ensure products feel connected, intuitive and accessible
- Partner with product and technology teams to ensure design solutions are delivered to a high standard
- Explore emerging technologies and help shape how AI can be incorporated into design practice
What they're looking for
- Strong UI design capability and experience designing within or contributing to design systems
- Proficient in Figma and comfortable creating scalable component libraries and design patterns
- Demonstrated systems thinking and ability to balance customer needs, business goals and platform consistency
- Curiosity about AI, emerging technologies and the future of digital design
- May come from a dedicated design systems background or broader product design experience
- Passion for great design, commitment to quality, and ability to work collaboratively
- Applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in New Zealand
- Apply with a resume, cover letter and a portfolio showcasing relevant product design and design systems work
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Am I a fit for this role?
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