Design Systems Engineer (Remote, Cartagena)

About the role

Blacksmith Agency creates websites and marketing programs for US clients. As a Design Systems Engineer you will own the creation of client design systems, turning brand guidelines and reference sites into reusable token architectures and component libraries.

Key responsibilities

• Build token architecture in Figma using variables, modes, and semantic naming that can be read by the build pipeline.
• Ship core component libraries that are robust across entire sites, not just homepages.
• Document systems so developers or automated pipelines can execute them without questions.
• Work across multiple client brands simultaneously, maintaining structural rigor while delivering distinct visual outcomes.

Required profile

• 4+ years of web design experience with proven design‑system work in your portfolio.
• Fluency in Figma variables, component properties, auto‑layout, and variants.
• Portfolio showing varied client work underpinned by consistent architectural rigor.
• Strong English skills and ability to overlap with US business hours.

Required skills

• Figma (variables, component properties, auto‑layout, variants)
• Design system architecture and token management