PayPal

Principal Designer, Design System

PayPal

San Jose, CA, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceSenior LevelMasters
Job Description

Looking for a creative and strategic Principal Designer to lead our Design System team at PayPal! As the Principal Designer, you will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining our design system, ensuring consistency and cohesion across all of our products and experiences. We are seeking a candidate with a strong eye for detail, a deep understanding of design principles, and a passion for creating user-centered and accessible designs. Join us in shaping the future of digital payments and make a positive impact on millions of people's lives.

  1. Lead and manage the Design System team, providing direction and guidance to team members and ensuring their work aligns with the overall vision and goals of the company.
  2. Develop and maintain a comprehensive design system that reflects the brand and visual identity of PayPal, while also meeting the needs of various product teams.
  3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, engineers, and other designers, to ensure the design system is integrated into all product development processes.
  4. Ensure consistency and cohesion across all products and experiences by enforcing design standards and best practices within the design system.
  5. Continuously assess and improve the design system, staying up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to ensure it remains relevant and effective.
  6. Act as a subject matter expert on design principles, staying informed about the latest design techniques and tools, and sharing knowledge and insights with the team.
  7. Champion user-centered design and accessibility, ensuring that the design system meets the needs of a diverse user base and complies with accessibility guidelines.
  8. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business goals and user needs, and translate them into effective and efficient design solutions within the design system.
  9. Lead design system presentations and workshops to educate and train other teams on how to utilize the system effectively.
  10. Foster a creative and collaborative work environment within the Design System team, encouraging innovation and continuous improvement.
Where is this job?
This job is located at San Jose, CA, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Extensive Experience In Design Systems: A Principal Designer For A Design System At Paypal Should Have A Minimum Of 7-10 Years Of Experience In Designing And Implementing Design Systems For Large-Scale Companies. They Should Have A Deep Understanding Of Design Principles, User-Centered Design, And Accessibility Standards.

  • Expertise In Design Tools And Technologies: The Candidate Should Be Proficient In Design Tools And Technologies Such As Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, Etc. They Should Also Have Experience With Front-End Development Languages And Frameworks Like Html, Css, And Javascript.

  • Leadership And Management Skills: As A Principal Designer, The Candidate Will Be Responsible For Leading And Managing A Team Of Designers, Developers, And Product Managers. Therefore, They Should Possess Strong Leadership And Management Skills, Including The Ability To Mentor And Guide Team Members, Provide Constructive Feedback, And Resolve Conflicts.

  • Strong Communication And Collaboration: Collaboration Is A Key Aspect Of The Role Of A Principal Designer For A Design System At Paypal. The Candidate Should Have Exceptional Communication Skills And The Ability To Work Closely With Cross-Functional Teams, Including Product Managers, Engineers, And Other Designers.

  • Strategic Thinking And Problem-Solving Abilities: A Successful Principal Designer Should Have A Strategic Mindset And The Ability To Think Critically And Creatively. They Should Be Able To Identify Design Problems And Provide Innovative Solutions To Improve The Overall User Experience Of Paypal's Design System.

Required Skills
  • Prototyping

  • Interaction design

  • Visual design

  • Problem Solving

  • Design Thinking

  • Collaboration

  • Data-driven

  • brand strategy

  • User testing

  • User-Centric

  • design language

Soft Skills
  • Communication

  • Conflict Resolution

  • Customer Service

  • Emotional Intelligence

  • Leadership

  • Time management

  • creativity

  • Teamwork

  • Adaptability

  • Problem-Solving

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Principal Designer, Design System in San Jose, CA, USA is between $130,000-$150,000 per year. This can vary depending on the specific company, experience level, and skills of the individual.

Additional Information
PayPal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedFebruary 20th, 2024
Apply BeforeSeptember 18th, 2025
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About PayPal

PayPal Holdings, Inc. enables digital and mobile payments on behalf of consumers and merchants worldwide. It provides a simpler and safer way for businesses of all sizes to accept payments from merchant websites, mobile devices and applications, and at offline retail locations through a range of payment solutions. It also facilitates person to person payments through PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom.

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