At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design and implementation of innovative design systems for multiple products.
- Company: Join KBC Technologies Group, a forward-thinking IT services company.
- Benefits: Competitive contract rates, flexible work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with potential for significant impact in a fast-paced environment.
- Why this job: Shape the future of design systems and collaborate with diverse teams.
- Qualifications: Experience in solution architecture and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
About the Role
Lead the architectural design and implementation of a comprehensive design system to support multiple products and platforms within the organization. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, developers, and stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into scalable design system solutions. Define and document architecture principles, guidelines, and best practices for the design system, ensuring consistency, reusability, and maintainability across all applications. Conduct thorough analysis of existing systems, tools, and processes to identify opportunities for integration with the design system and streamline workflows. Drive the evolution and enhancement of the design system by staying updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and user feedback. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams to ensure adherence to design system standards and foster a culture of collaboration and innovation. Evaluate third-party libraries, frameworks, and tools to assess their suitability for inclusion in the design system ecosystem. Act as a subject matter expert on design system architecture, advocating for its adoption and promoting its benefits throughout the organization. Facilitate workshops, presentations, and knowledge-sharing sessions to evangelize the design system and build awareness among stakeholders. Collaborate with the DevOps team to establish CI/CD pipelines and automation processes for efficient deployment and maintenance of the design system.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
- Proven experience as a solution architect or similar role, with a focus on designing and implementing design systems for complex software applications.
- Experience using Storybook, Chromatic and Zereheight for design systems.
- Experience creating automation processes for component governance.
- Strong understanding of software architecture principles.
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), package managers, and dependency management tools.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities, including the ability to mentor team members, facilitate decision-making, and drive consensus among diverse stakeholders.
- Experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices, including continuous integration, automated testing, and deployment pipelines.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a keen attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.
- Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
We’re Hiring: Solutions Architect employer: KBC Technologies Group
KBC Technologies Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the heart of Reading, UK. Employees benefit from extensive professional development opportunities, competitive compensation, and a supportive environment that encourages growth and creativity, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in cloud architecture.
