Senior Frontend Engineer, Design Systems

Senior Frontend Engineer, Design Systems Join Docker, Inc to apply for the Senior Frontend Engineer, Design Systems role. Base pay range $189,600/yr - $260,700/yr About the role As a Senior Frontend Engineer, Design Systems you’ll be 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 focus will be to make the design system a robust, scalable foundation for all of Docker’s products—including Docker Hub, Docker Desktop, Docker Admin, and more. You’ll help define the future of the system while supporting the existing MUI-based implementation. You’ll also champion developer adoption by documenting patterns, offering guidance, and leading internal enablement efforts. Responsibilities Own the engineering roadmap for Docker’s design system Work side‑by‑side with designers to implement components that match intended usage and visual fidelity Lead architectural decisions to move Docker off a pre‑built component library (MUI) and build a more flexible, future‑ready system Set 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 system Help review PRs, propose best practices, and contribute to internal tooling Collaborate across multiple product teams to ensure the design system works across a variety of use cases and environments Qualifications Deep technical understanding of TypeScript and JavaScript Comfortable with React, Remix, and Electron Strong proficiency in building and maintaining reusable component libraries Prior experience working on or consuming a design system at scale Familiarity with MUI and interest in migrating to alternative approaches (e.g., Tailwind, custom tokens/components) Ability to define and enforce accessibility and testing standards Empathy for designers and engineers alike—you can bridge the gap between design and code Willingness to lead, mentor, and push back constructively when needed What To Expect First 30 Days Meet your team: 2 staff designers, 1 frontend engineer, and your manager Learn about the current design system, how it’s used across our products, and understand user feedback Start contributing improvements and fielding internal support questions First 90 Days Roll out your first pattern in the current system Host a workshop or write internal documentation to promote usage One-Year Outlook Partner with another engineer to propose and begin implementing a roadmap for deprecating MUI Deliver a stable, well‑tested system that’s used across Docker Hub, Desktop, and other products Perks Freedom & flexibility; fit your work around your life Designated quarterly Whaleness Days Home office setup; we want you comfortable while you work 16 weeks of paid parental leave Technology stipend equivalent to $100 net/month PTO plan that encourages you to take time to do the things you enjoy Quarterly, company‑wide hackathons Training stipend for conferences, courses and classes Equity; we are a growing start‑up and want all employees to have a share in the success of the company Docker Swag Medical benefits, retirement and holidays vary by country Docker 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr