Description:

SmartRecruiters is seeking a Senior Frontend Software Engineer focused on Design System and Accessibility.
The engineering team aims to connect great people with great jobs through technology, having supported over 100 million job seekers.
The role involves leading design system and accessibility initiatives across product teams.
Responsibilities include interviewing frontend engineers and designers to identify gaps, shaping open-ended platform problems into actionable plans, and maintaining communication with engineering and design partners.
The engineer will produce clear documentation for components, guidelines, and workflows, influence technical decisions, and mentor other engineers.
Collaboration with Design, Product, and Technologists is essential to align specifications and standards with company goals.
The engineer will apply system thinking to refine components and workflows as the product and organization evolve.

Requirements:

Candidates must have a strong understanding of JavaScript, Typescript, and Node.js.
Familiarity with all aspects of the frontend ecosystem is required.
Practical experience applying accessibility standards is essential.
Experience in building or maintaining design systems is necessary.
Candidates should have experience delivering cross-team initiatives that required close collaboration with Engineering and Design.
Knowledge of software development methods and best practices is required.
A high level of personal organization skills is necessary.
Good communication skills in English, both verbal and written, are essential.
Nice to have qualifications include experience with Lit or similar web component technologies, defining contribution models or design system governance, familiarity with monorepos, understanding of automated accessibility tooling, and exposure to inner source practices.

SmartRecruiters offers a remote-friendly culture and competitive salaries.
The company provides strong internal mobility for high performers, ensuring meaningful growth opportunities.
Employees benefit from a collaborative and inclusive work environment built on respect and empowerment.
The company has been recognized for its commitment to diversity, work-life balance, and employee happiness.

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