Design System Designer

About Mercari

We believe the world needs a place where people can exchange their loved goods. That’s why we built Mercari—to connect people who want to buy and sell things of emotional value through their mobile phones. Mercari has grown to become a leading community-powered marketplace that brings together millions of people every day.

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Position

We are a forward-thinking tech company, committed to delivering innovative solutions and superior user experiences. Our focus is on creating products that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional and accessible. We believe in the power of design to solve complex problems and are looking for a talented Design System Designer to join our team.

(Learn more about Mercari’s mission and values here.)

Key Responsibilities:

• Design System Development: Spearhead the development and implementation of a comprehensive design system that encompasses guidelines for design principles, UI components, patterns, and usage. Ensure the design system is scalable, maintainable, and accessible
• Collaboration: Work closely with UI/UX designers and front-end developers to ensure the design system is properly implemented and adopted across various projects. Facilitate workshops and training sessions to educate team members on the design system
• Maintenance and Evolution: Regularly review and update the design system to incorporate new components, improvements, and refinements. Monitor its usage and effectiveness across projects
• Quality Assurance: Ensure the design quality and consistency are maintained across all digital platforms. Conduct audits and provide feedback to design and development teams
• Research and Advocacy: Stay up-to-date with the latest design trends, tools, and technologies. Advocate for best practices, accessibility, and inclusive design principles within the team

Unique and Bold Challenges

The Design Operations Manager will be a pivotal part of the Design/UX department, focusing on optimizing project management processes, tools, and workflows to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of our design team. This role involves close collaboration with designers, product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders across the company to ensure design projects are delivered smoothly and on time.

Your qualification

• Shared belief in the mission and values of Mercari Group and its various companies
• Proven experience in designing and managing design systems for digital products
• Strong understanding of UI/UX design principles and methodologies
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, etc
• Excellent knowledge of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JS); coding skills are a plus
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects
• A portfolio showcasing your experience with design systems

Will be a plus

• Strong sense of user interface and semantic design 
• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Computer Science, or related field

What we offer

• Complete health and social insurance
• Incentive program
• Support systems, including those that benefit the employee’s family members
  *See this page for details.

Support

• Relocation support
• Language learning support
• Translation/interpretation support
  *See this page for details.

Additional details

Screening Criteria

Submit your application, including a resume and a portfolio demonstrating your experience with design systems in the links section. Please include “Design System Designer Application” in the subject line.

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Looking forward to your application!

Language Requirements

• Japanese: Proficient (CEFR - B2) required
• English: Independent (CEFR - B2) preferred

Check here for more information about CEFR.
 

Working Conditions

Employment Status

Full-time

• Probationary period: First 3 months after joining the company. (During this period your contract conditions will be the same as that of a permanent employee.)

Office

Roppongi

• Smoking is prohibited within our offices
• Mercari has introduced a work style policy called “Your Choice.” Each member is free to choose whether they want to work in the office or work fully remote. *Exceptions made for certain kinds of work.

Work Hours

• Full flextime (no “core time” or “flex time”)
  *Does not apply to all positions

Holidays

• Two days off per week (as well as national holidays, New Year's break, etc.)
• Paid leave, congratulatory and bereavement leave, relax days, sick leave

Salary

• Annual salary paid in 12 monthly installments (including fixed overtime allowance)
• Based on skills, experience, and abilities
• Reviewed twice a year