Design Engineer
Replit
Design Engineer
Replit is the agentic software creation platform that enables anyone to build applications using natural language. With millions of users worldwide, Replit is democratizing software development by removing traditional barriers to application creation.
About the role:
We're seeking a Design Engineer to bridge the gap between design and engineering at Replit. In this role, you'll help shape our design system implementation, architect front-end solutions, and ensure seamless user experiences across our platform. You'll be instrumental in creating the technical foundation that allows us to enable anyone with an idea to create apps.
You will:
- Architect and implement complex UI components and systems that balance aesthetics with technical performance
- Lead the technical implementation and evolution of our design system (Replit UI)
- Create prototypes to explore new interaction models and validate design concepts
- Collaborate closely with product designers to bring designs to life with pixel-perfect precision
- Establish best practices for front-end development and component architecture
- Mentor engineers on design principles and implementation techniques
- Develop tools and processes to improve design-to-development workflow
- Contribute to design reviews with a focus on technical feasibility and implementation
- Champion accessible, responsive, and performant user interfaces
Required Skills & Experience
- 8+ years of experience in front-end development with a strong design sensibility
- Expert-level knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript/TypeScript
- Deep experience with modern front-end frameworks (React preferred)
- Strong understanding of design systems and component-based architecture
- Experience implementing complex UI animations and interactions
- Proven ability to translate design concepts into production-ready code
- Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with both design and engineering teams
- Experience with accessibility standards and best practices
Bonus Qualifications
- Active Replit user and passionate about making software creation more accessible
- Experience building design tools or developer tools
- Background or interest working with AI
- Open-source contributions to design systems or UI libraries
This is a full-time role that can be held from our Foster City, CA office. The hybrid role has an in-office requirement of Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Full-Time Employee Benefits Include:
- Competitive Salary & Equity
- 401(k) Program with a 4% match (US Only)
- Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability
- Paid Parental, Medical, Caregiver Leave
- Flexible Time Off (FTO) + Holidays
- Commuter Benefits (In-Office & US Only)
- Monthly Wellness Stipend
- Autonomous Work Environment
- In Office Set-Up Reimbursement (In-Office Only)
- Quarterly Team Gatherings
- In Office Amenities (In-Office Only)
To achieve our mission of making programming more accessible around the world, we need our team to be representative of the world. We welcome your unique perspective and experiences in shaping this product. We encourage people from all kinds of backgrounds to apply, including and especially candidates from underrepresented and non-traditional backgrounds.
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