Frontend Product Software Engineer, Design Systems

About the Role

The Design Systems team at Dropbox is committed to creating a seamless and efficient design-to-code workflow, and this role will play a critical part in achieving that goal. You will work closely with designers to translate design intent into high-quality, reusable code, while also shaping how AI can assist or automate parts of this workflow. With a strong focus on collaboration and innovation, this role offers the opportunity to work with a talented team of engineers and designers who are passionate about creating cutting-edge products.

As a remote role, you will have the flexibility to work from anywhere in Mexico, while still being part of a collaborative and inclusive team. Dropbox is committed to fostering a positive and supportive work environment, and this role offers the opportunity to be part of a team that values innovation, creativity, and teamwork.

What You Will Do

• Develop, maintain, and evolve UI components and primitives that power Dropbox’s design system, enabling scalable and consistent product development.
• Design and build AI-powered tooling and agent-driven workflows that accelerate design-to-code processes and improve developer productivity.
• Partner closely with designers to translate design intent into high-quality, reusable code, while also shaping how AI can assist or automate parts of this workflow.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize areas for improvement in the design-to-code workflow.
• Develop and maintain scalable component architecture, design system governance, AI-powered developer tooling, and automation of design and engineering handoffs.
• Work on integrating AI agents into the design-to-code lifecycle to improve speed, quality, and consistency.
• Participate in code reviews and ensure that the codebase is maintainable, efficient, and follows best practices.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, particularly AI and automation, and apply this knowledge to reimagine workflows and unlock new capabilities.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to contribute to high-impact platform investments and define new ways of working at the intersection of design, engineering, and machine intelligence.

What We Are Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in front-end engineering, with a focus on scalable component architecture and design systems.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Experience with AI-powered tooling and agent-driven workflows, and a willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work closely with designers and engineers.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex problems and develop creative solutions.
• Experience with design-to-code workflows and a understanding of the challenges and opportunities in this area.
• A strong portfolio that demonstrates your experience and skills in front-end engineering and design systems.
• A willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Nice to Have

• Experience with machine learning and AI-powered technologies, and a willingness to apply this knowledge to improve design-to-code workflows.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and version control systems such as Git.
• Experience with cloud-based technologies and a willingness to learn and adapt to new platforms.
• A strong understanding of user experience and user interface design principles, and a willingness to apply this knowledge to improve product development.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and equity package.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options.
• Comprehensive health insurance and benefits package.
• Generous paid time off and vacation policy.
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Opportunity to work with a talented team of engineers and designers who are passionate about innovation and collaboration.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and teamwork.

• Tip: Make sure to highlight your experience with scalable component architecture and design systems in your resume and cover letter.
• Tip: Be prepared to talk about your experience with AI-powered tooling and agent-driven workflows, and how you have applied this knowledge to improve design-to-code workflows.
• Tip: Show a strong portfolio that demonstrates your experience and skills in front-end engineering and design systems.
• Tip: Be willing to learn and adapt to new technologies, and demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Tip: Research Dropbox’s company culture and values, and be prepared to talk about how you align with these values.
• Tip: Practice your problem-solving skills and be prepared to walk through a complex problem and how you would solve it.
• Tip: Be prepared to talk about your experience with collaboration and communication, and how you have worked with designers and engineers in the past.