Design Systems Lead: Scalable UI, Governance & Mentorship

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a strategic and hands-on Lead Designer for its Toronto office to drive the evolution of its enterprise design system. Responsibilities include designing scalable UI components, creating documentation, and mentoring teams. The ideal candidate brings over 12 years of experience in digital product design and has a strong understanding of UI and interaction design principles. This role offers an inclusive work environment and opportunities for significant impact across all digital platforms.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in digital product design with enterprise-level design systems.
• Expertise in component architecture, responsive design, and accessibility.
• Experience driving system adoption across large teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain reusable UI components.
• Create documentation for components and guidelines.
• Provide coaching to designers and teams.
• Champion user-centered design across digital touchpoints.

Skills

Design systems leadership

UI design

Interaction design

Mentoring and coaching

Collaboration skills

Job description

A leading financial institution is seeking a strategic and hands-on Lead Designer for its Toronto office to drive the evolution of its enterprise design system. Responsibilities include designing scalable UI components, creating documentation, and mentoring teams. The ideal candidate brings over 12 years of experience in digital product design and has a strong understanding of UI and interaction design principles. This role offers an inclusive work environment and opportunities for significant impact across all digital platforms.