Senior Software Engineer (Design System)

Senior Software Engineer (Design System)

Join The Open University as a Senior Software Engineer (Design System) and play a key role in creating consistent, accessible, and high‑quality digital experiences used across our platforms.

About the Role

Senior Software Engineer (Design System) role (known internally as Senior Engineer) sits within the Design System team, responsible for building and evolving a shared UI component library and related assets used by multiple product teams across the organisation. You will work closely with designers and engineers to translate design intent into high‑quality, accessible, and reusable components, enabling consistent user experiences at scale. The role focuses on front‑end and user‑interface capabilities, developer experience, and supporting consuming teams through documentation, versioning, and ongoing maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Software Development Projects : Guide the ...