Staff Product Designer - Design System at Tekion

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Automotive, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Design, Computer Science, or a related field
7+ years of experience in digital product design, focusing on design systems and UI/UX design
Deep understanding of design tokens and their role in creating scalable and consistent design systems
Proficiency in design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma) and familiarity with front-end development languages (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across different teams and disciplines
Proven track record of leading and managing design system projects from conception to implementation
Knowledge of accessibility standards and best practices

Responsibilities

Lead the creation and ongoing enhancement of a comprehensive design system, including visual styles, components, patterns, and guidelines
Incorporate design tokens into the design system to ensure a scalable and consistent implementation of design decisions across different platforms and technologies
Collaborate with designers to convert visual designs into a set of standardized design tokens and components
Work closely with developers to integrate design tokens into front-end frameworks and libraries, ensuring seamless adoption and implementation in the codebase
Integrate design systems into AI Development tools and CI/CD pipelines
Serve as the primary liaison between the design and engineering teams, facilitating a collaborative approach to design and implementation
Conduct workshops and training sessions for designers and developers on using the design system and understanding the importance of design tokens
Partner with product managers and stakeholders to ensure the design system aligns with business goals and user needs
Establish and maintain guidelines for using and evolving the design system and design tokens
Advocate for adopting the design system across all projects, promoting consistency and efficiency
Monitor the usage and effectiveness of the design system, collecting feedback and making iterative improvements
Stay abreast of the latest trends and technologies in design systems, design tokens, and web standards
Explore and propose innovative solutions for design scalability, performance, and accessibility
Conduct usability tests and other research methods to validate design decisions within the design system

Skills

Design Tokens

Design Systems

UI Components

Design Patterns

Visual Styles

Design Guidelines

UX Design

Product Design

Tekion

Cloud-native platform for automotive retail management

About Tekion

Tekion has developed a cloud-native platform designed for the automotive retail industry. Its main product is a Dealer Management System (DMS) that utilizes technologies like Big Data, the Internet of Things (IoT), and Machine Learning (ML) to improve the operations of car dealerships. The DMS provides a centralized view and performance metrics for dealership groups, allowing for better management and increased operational efficiency. Tekion differentiates itself from competitors by being the first and fastest cloud-native DMS available, and it integrates seamlessly with major Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) at no extra cost. The company's goal is to enhance dealership efficiency, profitability, and customer experience through its subscription-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, which also includes additional services to help dealerships identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities.

Pleasanton, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$617.8MTotal Funding

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Automotive & Transportation, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive compensation and generous stock options

100% employer-paid top-of-the-line medical, dental and vision coverage

Great benefits including unlimited PTO, parental leave and free snacks and beverages

The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds from Silicon Valley’s most dominant and successful companies

Be part of an early stage, hyper-growth start-up with the opportunity to grow and prosper

Work on the latest and coolest technologies – everything is home-grown and built ground-up

A dynamic work environment with a strong sense of community and collaboration

The open and transparent culture that encourages innovation, rewards performance and discourages hierarchy

Exciting opportunities for career growth and development

Risks

Competition from established players like CDK Global may impact Tekion's market share.

Data privacy concerns could arise from integrating generative AI into Tekion's platform.

Reliance on partnerships may pose risks if expected synergies are not achieved.

Differentiation

Tekion offers the first cloud-native platform for the automotive retail industry.

The platform integrates AI and machine learning for predictive analytics and personalization.

Tekion's Automotive Partner Cloud enables seamless data sharing across the automotive ecosystem.

Upsides

Increased adoption of cloud-native solutions boosts demand for Tekion's platform.

AI integration in dealership systems enhances customer experience and operational efficiency.

Subscription-based SaaS model aligns with industry trends, supporting Tekion's growth.

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