Senior Frontend Engineer, Design Systems

At Docker, we make app development easier so developers can focus on what matters. Our remote-first team spans the globe, united by a passion for innovation and great developer experiences. With over 20 million monthly users and 20 billion image pulls, Docker is the #1 tool for building, sharing, and running apps—trusted by startups and Fortune 100s alike. We’re growing fast and just getting started. Come join us for a whale of a rideAs a Senior Frontend Engineer, Design Systems, you’ll be joining a team working exclusively on Docker’s design system. You\'ll partner closely with two designers and another frontend engineer, and report directly to a Senior Design Manager. Your job is to make our design system a robust, scalable foundation for all of Docker’s products—Docker Hub, Docker Desktop, Docker Admin, and more.We\'re currently using MUI but are planning a migration. You’ll help define what comes next, while supporting the existing MUI-based system as needed. You’ll also champion developer adoption by documenting patterns, offering guidance, and leading internal enablement efforts.ResponsibilitiesOwn the engineering roadmap for Docker’s design systemWork side-by-side with designers to implement components that match intended usage and visual fidelityLead architectural decisions to move Docker off a pre-built component library (MUI) and build a more flexible, future-ready systemSet up or improve testing frameworks (unit, integration, visual regression, accessibility)Write internal documentation, host office hours/workshops, and provide support for other engineers using the systemHelp review PRs, propose best practices, and contribute to internal toolingCollaborate across multiple product teams to ensure the design system works across a variety of use cases and environmentsQualificationsDeep technical understanding of TypeScript, and JavaScriptComfortable with React, Remix, and ElectronStrong proficiency in building and maintaining reusable component librariesPrior experience working on or consuming a design system at scaleFamiliarity with MUI and interest in migrating to alternative approaches (e.g. Tailwind, custom tokens/components)Ability to define and enforce accessibility and testing standardsEmpathy for designers and engineers alike—you know how to bridge the gap between design and codeWillingness to lead, mentor, and push back constructively when neededWhat to ExpectFirst 30 DaysMeet your team: 2 staff designers, 1 frontend engineer, and your managerLearn about current design system, how it’s used across our products, and understand user feedbackStart contributing improvements and fielding internal support questionsFirst 90 DaysRoll out your first pattern in the current systemHost a workshop or write internal documentation to promote usageOne-Year OutlookPartner with our other engineer to propose and begin implementing a roadmap for deprecating MUIDeliver a stable, well-tested system that’s used across Docker Hub, Desktop, and other productsMake other developers’ lives easier through better tooling, docs, and developer experienceWe use Covey as part of our hiring and / or promotional process for jobs in NYC and certain features may qualify it as an AEDT. As part of the evaluation process we provide Covey with job requirements and candidate submitted applications. We began using Covey Scout for Inbound on April 13, 2024.Please see the independent bias audit report covering our use of Covey here.PerksFreedom & flexibility; fit your work around your lifeDesignated quarterly Whaleness DaysHome office setup; we want you comfortable while you work16 weeks of paid Parental leaveTechnology stipend equivalent to $100 net/monthPTO plan that encourages you to take time to do the things you enjoyQuarterly, company-wide hackathonsTraining stipend for conferences, courses and classesEquity; we are a growing start-up and want all employees to have a share in the success of the companyDocker SwagMedical benefits, retirement and holidays vary by countryDocker embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our company will be.Due to the remote nature of this role, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.#LI-REMOTE #J-18808-Ljbffr