Senior Associate, Senior System Designer Digital & Performance Marketing

Job Requisition ID: 94111 Location Designation: Fully Remote Senior Associate, Senior System Designer Digital & Performance Marketing Marketing – Digital & Performance Marketing Center | Remote New York Life is building the next generation of digital experiences for our customers, supported by a scalable, enterprise design system. We are seeking a Design System to join our MADI Design System team. This role is ideal for a senior design systems contributor who leads component architecture and governs system adoption across product areas. You will own workstream-level scope within our MADI Design System, driving design-to-code alignment with engineering and ensuring consistent, accessible UI across a portfolio of products. What You’ll Do: Design Systems & UI Lead component architecture for assigned product areas, defining patterns and structures others build from Design scalable UI components that support multiple products and use cases Build and manage components, variants, and documentation in Figma Apply accessibility best practices (WCAG, ADA) to system components Lead system adoption governance for assigned product areas, ensuring teams apply components correctly and consistently Design-to-Code & Engineering Collaboration Drive design-to-code alignment with front-end engineers, resolving implementation gaps and maintaining fidelity across products Apply fluency in React component structures to extend Madi for AI-native patterns (loading states, confidence indicators, conversational UI primitives) Own component handoff documentation and govern implementation quality, conducting QA reviews against design intent Collaborate on refining component patterns based on engineering and product feedback AI & Continuous Improvement Apply fluency with AI-assisted design-to-code tools to accelerate component development and documentation; govern AI content quality for assigned features Stay informed on emerging design system, front-end, and AI practices Contribute ideas to improve how the design system scales and evolves Collaboration & Communication Partner with product designers, product managers, and engineers across teams Clearly communicate design intent, guidelines, and system usage Provide thoughtful design feedback and support to system contributors Help teams understand how and when to use system components effectively What We’re Looking For: Experience 6–9 years of experience in UI or product design for digital products 3+ years of experience leading or making significant contributions to a design system, including component governance and adoption Experience collaborating with front-end engineers on component-based UI Exposure to enterprise, multi-product, or regulated environments is a plus Technical & Design Skills Strong proficiency in Figma, including components and shared libraries Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and responsive design principles Fluency with React-based design systems and component-driven development; able to evaluate implementation quality against design intent Understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG, ADA) Experience working in Agile or cross-functional product teams Professional Skills Comfortable working independently in a contract environment Strong collaboration and communication skills Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities Curious mindset with interest in growing design system and technical skills Nice to Have: Experience with AI-assisted design tools or workflows Familiarity with CMS platforms such as Adobe Experience Manager Experience in financial services, insurance, or other regulated industries Additional Information: This is a contract role supporting enterprise-scale digital products Portfolio demonstrating UI systems, components, or scalable design work is required Pay Transparency Salary Range: $111,500-$159,000 Overtime eligible: Exempt Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes Sales bonus eligible: No Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program. Company Overview At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact. Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities—inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you’ll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress. As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what’s next, and your growth powers it. Our Benefits We provide a full package of benefits for employees – and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work. Click here to discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site. Our Commitment to Inclusion At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities. Click here to learn more about New York Life’s leadership in this space.​ Recognized as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life, please visit the Careers page of www.NewYorkLife.com. ​Visit our LinkedIn to see how our employees and agents are leading the industry and impacting communities. Visit our Newsroom to learn more about how our company is constantly evolving to meet our clients' and employees’ needs. Job Requisition ID: 94111 Apply To This Job