Design Operations Lead

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Topeka, KS that is looking for a Design Operations Lead to own the design, build, and systemization of a client's design system in Figma. This is a hands-on role focused on building foundational infrastructure that will transform how the client's product, UX, and engineering teams work together. The Design Operations Lead will partner closely with the Eng & Arch Lead, collaborate with designers and developers, and report to the Design Manager. This role is ideal for someone who loves building systems from the ground up and understands that a great design system is as much about helping people and their processes as it is about individual components.

Responsibilities:
Design System:
* Audit existing designs, then build and document a new component library in Figma
* Establish naming conventions and component structures that map cleanly between
Figma and React/Tailwind
* Set up and validate AI workflows (Figma Make, Figma MCP servers, Claude Code, etc)
that can leverage the design system

Collaboration:
* Participate in agile team ceremonies and document your progress in Asana
* Lead cross-functional workshops to align UX and engineering on standards
* Create contribution guidelines to enable federated design system ownership

REQUIREMENTS:
* At least one portfolio case study of a design system you've built or significantly
contributed to
* Fluency with Figma variables, auto-layout, component architecture, dev mode, plug-ins, etc.
* Experience with front-end implementation patterns in React & Tailwind
* Confidence in driving alignment between design and engineering teams
* A clear, proactive communication style: you surface issues early and document
decisions thoroughly

Nice to Have:
* Familiarity with Storybook or similar tools
* Ability to identify and diagnose code issues in UI implementation (e.g. styling,
responsive layouts, state management, animation)
* Experience with AI-assisted design and development workflows
* Background in finance, healthcare, or other heavily regulated industries

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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