Design System Engineer

MRI Software; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Design System Engineer, where you'll create intuitive user interfaces and maintain a cohesive design system. Collaborate with talented designers and developers to deliver high-quality digital products that enhance user experience. This role combines front-end development with a focus on design systems, ensuring consistency and usability. Enjoy a hybrid working model, industry-leading perks, and a commitment to employee growth in a diverse and inclusive environment. If you're ready to make an impact in the PropTech space, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Office breakfasts

Social events

Employee resource groups

Medical aid

Pension plans

Parental leave

Generous annual leave

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Design, or related field.
• Experience with design tools like Figma and version control systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a robust design system with reusable components.
• Optimize front-end code for performance and scalability.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Design

Tools

Figma

Storybook

Zeroheight

Job description

From the day we opened our doors in , MRI Software has built flexible, game-changing real estate software solutions to improve people's lives.

The only way to carry out that mission is to hire the absolute best employees on earth.

Always.

Our relentless commitment to client success, our employee resource groups, and our promise to empower our teams to reach their full potential are some of the ways MRI Software stands out. We are dedicated to creating a work environment that you look forward to every day.

We invest heavily in employee engagement and offer industry-leading perks.

Alongside our Pride employee resource group, we are on a mission to innovate and lead the real estate industry into a digital-first future. We understand the importance of providing a flexible working environment that promotes collaboration and socialization.

Therefore, we operate a hybrid working model with 3 days of work from home per week.

This role is based in our Cape Town or Johannesburg office.

Overview

As a Design System Engineer specializing in UX and Design Systems, you will play a key role in creating intuitive user interfaces and maintaining a cohesive design system for our digital products.

You will collaborate closely with designers and developers to ensure our applications deliver a seamless and delightful user experience.

This role combines front-end development expertise with a focus on user experience and design systems, essential for delivering high-quality, consistent, and user-friendly digital products.

Responsibilities

1. Design System Development: Develop and maintain a robust design system with reusable components, patterns, and guidelines. Collaborate with design and development teams to ensure consistent implementation. Document components and guidelines for internal use.
2. Front-End Development: Optimize code for performance and scalability.
3. Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with designers, UX researchers, and developers to align on requirements. Communicate effectively across teams. Provide feedback and contribute to discussions.
4. Continuous Learning: Stay updated on industry trends and best practices. Identify opportunities for process improvements. Share knowledge to foster growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Design, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience with design tools like Figma.
• Familiarity with version control systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with design system tools such as Storybook, Zeroheight, Figma.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards.
• Experience with front-end performance optimization.
• Understanding of Agile methodologies.

We are committed to making this the best job you've ever had! We offer great perks including office breakfasts, social events, employee resource groups, medical aid, pension plans, parental leave, generous annual leave, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work options.

Whether you're joining as a new Pride member or bringing your expertise back, your talent is vital to our success in the PropTech space. Amazing growth requires amazing employees.

Are you ready for the challenge? We understand confidence gaps and imposter syndrome, so don't hesitate to apply—we'd love to hear from you! MRI Software is an inclusive employer committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion, welcoming applicants regardless of ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, military, or veteran status.