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Senior Design Systems Engineer

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In-Office
Los Angeles, CA
158K-203K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Los Angeles, CA
158K-203K Annually
Senior level
Lead the strategy and governance of a cross-platform design system, focusing on engineering robust components while enhancing accessibility and performance.
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About Altruist

Altruist is the modern custodian built exclusively for independent financial advisors that combines a self-clearing brokerage firm with intuitive software for account opening, trading, reporting, and billing — all in one streamlined solution. Financial advisors across the U.S. have partnered with Altruist to reduce costs, save time, grow their business, and provide better outcomes for their clients. Our mission is to make financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone — but we can’t do it alone. We’re seeking exceptional talent to join our team. That’s where you come in! 

If you’re passionate about challenging the status quo and making a meaningful impact in the financial advice industry, we’d love to meet you!

But first, our values

Kindness - Kindness doesn’t just equal niceness. We listen to understand. We embrace, and encourage healthy debate and diverse perspectives. We approach conflict openly, honestly, and respectfully.
Brilliance - Humility is the skill we’re most proud of and possessing a growth mindset is always top of mind. We take ownership in everything we touch; regularly using our unique superpowers to reach a common goal as a team. We succeed and fail as one.
Grit - When challenges arise, we stay laser focused on achieving our mission and finding a way forward, even when it’s hard. We are nimble and maintain a sense of urgency, swiftly adapting to change and overcoming obstacles.

The opportunity

Altruist is looking for a Senior Design Systems Engineer to lead the strategy, execution, and governance of our cross-platform design system that powers every digital surface—from advisor dashboards in React to end-client experiences in React Native. In this role, you’ll shape the systems that ensure consistent, high-quality user experiences across web and mobile. You'll work at the intersection of engineering and design, helping dozens of product squads move faster while elevating accessibility, performance, and brand fidelity.

Your impact

  • Architect & scale a versioned, token-driven system (color, type, spacing, motion) that supports light/dark and partner themes across web and mobile.
  • Engineer components: build and refactor robust React & React Native components in TypeScript with automated a11y, visual-regression, and unit tests.
  • Elevate developer experience: add Storybook addons,  lint rules and codemods that keep feature teams on the happy path.
  • Document & govern: define contribution guidelines, release process, and RFC workflow; maintain living docs in Storybook/Docusaurus synced with Figma.
  • Partner cross-functionally: pair with designers, brand, and accessibility SMEs to turn visual intent into resilient APIs; mentor engineers on performance budgets and WCAG compliance.
  • Monitor quality: enforce Lighthouse budgets, bundle-size caps, and Datadog/New Relic dashboards so the design system never blocks shipping delightful features.

What you bring

  • Experience - 8+ years front-end/product-engineering experience, 2+ years owning design-system or UI-platform work.
  • Education - Ideally looking for a Bachelor's degree in computer science or similar engineering field of study.
  • Technical aptitude - You’re technologically savvy and can easily get up to speed on modern tech stacks.
    • Deep expertise in React, React Native, TypeScript, Storybook, Jest/RTL, modern build tooling.
    • Proven record of shipping token-driven, multi-brand component libraries.
    • Fluency with Figma plugin APIs, design-token pipelines, visual-regression tooling (Percy, Chromatic).
    • Strategic thinker and hands-on mentor with excellent communication skills.
    • Working knowledge of GraphQL, Node.js, Vite/Webpack; passion for WCAG AA, performance, and automated quality gates.
  • Ownership - The pride you put into every aspect of your work is unparalleled and undeniable.
  • Superb communication - Intentional dialogue is a superpower. You listen as well as you share your perspective with others.
  • Resilience - We’re inspired by your unwavering determination to achieve success, no matter the adversity you face along the way.
  • Assurance - Your confidence is brilliant, yet ego-less. You possess a strong knowledge base, the ability to discover the unknown, and are open to differing perspectives. 
  • Creative problem solving - Identifying the problem is simply not enough. You’re instinctually creative with your approach in finding solutions to roadblocks.
  • Bonus points if you bring
    • Direct experience with design-system and AI.
    • Familiarity with design-system analytics (adoption metrics, token usage).
    • Contributions to open-source design-system tools (Storybook, Style Dictionary, etc.).
Los Angeles, CA salary range
$158,000$203,000 USD

What we bring

Attracting and retaining top-tier talent is a priority. We are proud of the culture we’ve built and are cognizant of the ever-changing professional landscape. Our dynamic offering of perks and benefits are tailored for you to feel your best while doing your best.

  • A hybrid work schedule for most positions to promote strong, in-person collaboration and a healthy work-life-balance.
  • Stunning, amenity-filled office spaces in Culver City, CA, San Francisco, CA, and Dallas, TX. Our offices are intentionally designed for comfort, collaboration, and productivity. 
  • Competitive pay, as well as equity for eligible positions
  • Premium healthcare, dental, and vision insurance plans
  • 401k savings plan with matching contributions and immediate vesting
  • Generous paid parental leave
  • Professional growth and development opportunities including an employee mobility program and an annual L&D budget allocation for each employee
  • Physical and emotional wellness programs that nurture both your mind and body
  • Company perks program (includes discounts on pet insurance, fitness, cell phone plans, entertainment and travel, etc.)
  • Financial guidance program (includes counseling on navigating debt, tracking personal spend, saving and planning goals, home-purchasing preparedness, etc.)

Total compensation includes a competitive benefits package along with equity in the form of Stock Options (ISOs) for eligible roles. For salaried positions, a salary offer will be determined by a number of factors including experience, skill level, internal pay equity, geographic location, and other relevant business considerations. We review all employee pay and compensation programs regularly to ensure fair, equitable, and competitive pay. At Altruist, we are committed to providing fair, equitable, and competitive compensation by leveraging market data to inform our pay bands. Base salaries will be reviewed at regular intervals throughout the year, typically in conjunction with performance review cycles. By evaluating compensation on a regular basis, we are able to reward high performance and ensure all employees have opportunities for growth.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Altruist we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Top Skills

Chromatic
Figma
GraphQL
Jest
Node.js
Percy
React
React Native
Rtl
Storybook
Typescript
Vite
Webpack
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Altruist Culver City, California, USA Office

Our stunning and expansive headquarters is central to all of Los Angeles and just a short walk away from historic downtown Culver City's endless restaurants, shopping, and nightlife. As an added bonus, it's just a block from the Metro Expo Line for commuters!

Altruist Costa Mesa, California, USA Office

Our beautiful Costa Mesa office is nestled in a trendy neighborhood next to a dog-friendly brewery and just across the street from all of the coffee shops, restaurants, bars, and shops the LAB Anti-Mall has to offer.

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