Senior Design Systems Designer

Senior Design Systems Designer Reinvent finance with Reap. We're building the design foundation for the next generation of global finance. As our first Design Systems Designer, you'll lead the creation of mission‐critical infrastructure that powers everything we ship—from corporate cards and expense tools to API dashboards and AI‐driven workflows. Join a high‐energy team reshaping how businesses move money globally. Design at Reap At Reap, we believe design is more than what we create—it's what we make possible . Reap is pioneering financial infrastructure powered by stablecoins, and we're on a mission to transform how businesses move money globally. Our design team plays a critical role in this journey: bringing clarity to complex workflows , uncovering possibilities through user insights, and crafting experiences that feel both intuitive and extraordinary. We also believe in the power of fresh perspectives. We want people who bring something new—individuals who challenge the status quo, bring diverse ways of thinking , and contribute to the cultural and creative spirit of our company. What You'll Do Leading design systems at Reap: As our Senior Design Systems Designer , you'll lead a small but focused systems team—including two front‐end engineers—responsible for shaping the DNA of Reap's product suite. You'll elevate the design system as mission‐critical infrastructure—defining its strategy, structure, governance, and growth. You'll also play a central role in unifying our platform for brand, design, and content with a reimagined Reap Brand & Design Portal. Responsibilities Own the design system strategy—define its vision, roadmap, and integration across Reap's platform. Architect and evolve tokens, patterns, and components that balance speed, flexibility, and consistency across web, mobile, and internal tools. Design with AI in mind—embed AI‐aware UX patterns that support adaptive interfaces and emerging user behaviours. Bridge design and code—work closely with UX engineers to ensure tokens, components, and states are implemented precisely and scalably. Establish governance and contribution models—triage requests, evolve assets, and sunset outdated patterns. Create rituals and tooling for QA, versioning, and lifecycle management of system assets. Mentor and upskill engineers and designers on system thinking, ensuring healthy adoption across the org. Champion accessibility and inclusivity, making Reap's system a foundation that works for everyone. Continuously refine how the system works, moving it from passive library to active infrastructure. About You A systems thinker, strategist, and craft leader 6+ years of product or UX/UI design, with at least 3 focused specifically on design systems. Proven experience leading design systems at scale, ideally in fintech, infrastructure, or complex B2B software. Expert‐level Figma proficiency—tokens, variants, libraries, auto layout, interactive components. Fluent in design‐to‐code workflows and tools like Storybook, Zeroheight, Git, and versioning practices. Comfortable working deeply with engineers—bridging design intent with technical implementation. Passionate about unifying platform, brand, product, and content through a reimagined Reap Brand & Design Portal. Strong communicator able to align designers, engineers, marketers, and stakeholders around a shared language for quality and usability. Curiosity and eagerness to mentor others. Excited by AI and automation—as tools to reimagine how systems work at scale. Known for raising the bar—your systems become reference points for consistency and craft, inspiring others, and your standards shape the culture of the team. An original perspective or background—you bring something unique that broadens our creative diversity. Degree in Design or related field is welcome, but we equally value self‐taught designers with mastery of systems craft. Applicants are encouraged to include a link to their portfolio, as it significantly increases the success rate of progressing to interviews. Benefits you'll enjoy A vibrant, inclusive work culture. Annual leave to relax and recharge, plus public holidays. Health insurance budget to keep you covered. Be part of a fast‐growing global team. Flexible remote work options. Home office equipment budget. Your own Corporate Reap Card—no more out‐of‐pocket spending. After submitting your application, please check your inbox for a confirmation email. If you don't see it, kindly check your spam or junk folder and adjust your settings to ensure future communication reaches your inbox. About Reap Reap is a leading global