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Staff Product Designer, Design Systems
role at
Tinder
Base pay range $200,000.00/yr - $260,000.00/yr
This range is provided by Tinder. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
The Team The Obsidian Design System team is a core pillar of the Tinder product org. Our mission is to improve consistency, efficiency, quality, and scalability of Tinder’s product experience. As a systems team, we empower our product designers and engineers to build intuitive, cohesive, and delightful experiences for our global member base.
We care deeply about quality, craft, and partnership. We stay in tune with the evolving needs of our consuming teams, and believe a great system is both robust and flexible.
The Role As a Staff Product Designer, Design Systems, you will lead the evolution of Tinder’s design system strategy and execution. You will set a high bar for craft, champion user- and designer-centric thinking, and drive the system’s adoption and impact across the organization.
You’ll be responsible for delivering industry-leading systems work while shaping the vision, processes, and culture that make our entire product experience simpler, more inclusive, and more cohesive.
You will be an expert collaborator and mentor, a skilled storyteller, and a thoughtful systems thinker, balancing big-picture vision with tactical excellence.
Where you’ll work This is a hybrid role and requires in-office collaboration three times per week in SF, LA, or NYC.
What You’ll Do
Drive Design System Strategy & Vision
Define and evolve the long‑term vision for Tinder’s design system in partnership with design, engineering, and product leaders
Align the system’s roadmap with Tinder’s product strategy, ensuring the system accelerates delivery of high‑quality, user‑centered experiences
Champion best practices in accessibility, inclusivity, and platform standards
Lead Complex, Cross‑Org Initiatives
Proactively identify systemic experience challenges across Tinder’s product surfaces and lead efforts to address them holistically through the design system
Facilitate cross‑pillar discussions and working groups, ensuring alignment and buy‑in from diverse stakeholders
Navigate ambiguity and conflicting priorities to drive clarity and forward momentum
Elevate Craft & Consistency
Design and deliver best‑in‑class components, patterns, documentation, and tooling
Introduce new frameworks and models to improve how Tinder designs at scale
Identify and address systemic interaction issues, raising the quality bar across all experiences
Mentor and Inspire
Serve as an exemplar of design systems craft, strategy, and collaboration
Provide mentorship and coaching to other designers on systems thinking, storytelling, and cross‑functional influence
Model and foster a culture of learning, constructive feedback, and design excellence
Drive Adoption & Impact
Build strong partnerships with product designers and engineers across teams
Actively gather and synthesize feedback, balancing the needs of consuming teams with strategic priorities
Ensure the design system is widely understood, accessible, and easy to use, making it an essential tool for delivering cohesive, high‑quality experiences
Shape Team Culture
Play a leadership role on the Design Systems and broader Product Design teams
Own and improve team rituals, ensuring effective, inclusive, and empathetic feedback loops
Promote a user‑centric, collaborative, and high‑trust environment
About You
7+ years of experience as a Product Designer, with at least 5 years dedicated to building and evolving mobile design systems
Proven track record of driving high‑impact, cross‑functional systems work with significant organizational reach
Deep understanding of iOS, Android, and web platform guidelines and patterns
Demonstrated excellence in visual and interaction design, with an eye for detail and a commitment to accessibility and inclusivity
Skilled at navigating complex, ambiguous problem spaces with strong critical thinking and judgment
Excellent communicator and storyteller who can tailor messages to diverse audiences, from engineers to senior executives
Empathetic leader and mentor who uplifts the team, builds strong partnerships, and fosters a culture of learning and excellence
Proactive, self‑directed, and collaborative, with a passion for making design systems that help teams work smarter and deliver exceptional user experiences
As a Full‑Time Employee, You’ll Enjoy
Unlimited PTO (with no waiting period), 10 annual Wellness Days
Time off to volunteer and charitable donations matching
Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage
100% 401(k) employer match up to 10%, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
100% paid parental leave (including for non‑birthing parents), family forming benefits, and Milk Stork, which provides access to breast milk shipping for business travel, surrogacy, and employee relocation
Investment in your development: mentorship through our MentorMatch program, access to 6,000+ online courses through Udemy, and an annual stipend for your professional development
Investment in your wellness: access to mental health support via Modern Health, and Insight Timer; paid concierge medical membership, pet insurance, fitness membership subsidy, and commuter subsidy
Free premium subscriptions for several Match Group apps – including Tinder Platinum!
Salary The salary range for this position is $200,000-$260,000 per year. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, job‑related skills, internal peer equity, and market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This range is reflective of a position based in either San Francisco, Los Angeles, or New York. The salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment if authorized to work outside of the listed location.
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Staff Product Designer, Design Systems
role at
Tinder
Base pay range $200,000.00/yr - $260,000.00/yr
This range is provided by Tinder. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
The Team The Obsidian Design System team is a core pillar of the Tinder product org. Our mission is to improve consistency, efficiency, quality, and scalability of Tinder’s product experience. As a systems team, we empower our product designers and engineers to build intuitive, cohesive, and delightful experiences for our global member base.
We care deeply about quality, craft, and partnership. We stay in tune with the evolving needs of our consuming teams, and believe a great system is both robust and flexible.
The Role As a Staff Product Designer, Design Systems, you will lead the evolution of Tinder’s design system strategy and execution. You will set a high bar for craft, champion user- and designer-centric thinking, and drive the system’s adoption and impact across the organization.
You’ll be responsible for delivering industry-leading systems work while shaping the vision, processes, and culture that make our entire product experience simpler, more inclusive, and more cohesive.
You will be an expert collaborator and mentor, a skilled storyteller, and a thoughtful systems thinker, balancing big-picture vision with tactical excellence.
Where you’ll work This is a hybrid role and requires in-office collaboration three times per week in SF, LA, or NYC.
What You’ll Do
Drive Design System Strategy & Vision
Define and evolve the long‑term vision for Tinder’s design system in partnership with design, engineering, and product leaders
Align the system’s roadmap with Tinder’s product strategy, ensuring the system accelerates delivery of high‑quality, user‑centered experiences
Champion best practices in accessibility, inclusivity, and platform standards
Lead Complex, Cross‑Org Initiatives
Proactively identify systemic experience challenges across Tinder’s product surfaces and lead efforts to address them holistically through the design system
Facilitate cross‑pillar discussions and working groups, ensuring alignment and buy‑in from diverse stakeholders
Navigate ambiguity and conflicting priorities to drive clarity and forward momentum
Elevate Craft & Consistency
Design and deliver best‑in‑class components, patterns, documentation, and tooling
Introduce new frameworks and models to improve how Tinder designs at scale
Identify and address systemic interaction issues, raising the quality bar across all experiences
Mentor and Inspire
Serve as an exemplar of design systems craft, strategy, and collaboration
Provide mentorship and coaching to other designers on systems thinking, storytelling, and cross‑functional influence
Model and foster a culture of learning, constructive feedback, and design excellence
Drive Adoption & Impact
Build strong partnerships with product designers and engineers across teams
Actively gather and synthesize feedback, balancing the needs of consuming teams with strategic priorities
Ensure the design system is widely understood, accessible, and easy to use, making it an essential tool for delivering cohesive, high‑quality experiences
Shape Team Culture
Play a leadership role on the Design Systems and broader Product Design teams
Own and improve team rituals, ensuring effective, inclusive, and empathetic feedback loops
Promote a user‑centric, collaborative, and high‑trust environment
About You
7+ years of experience as a Product Designer, with at least 5 years dedicated to building and evolving mobile design systems
Proven track record of driving high‑impact, cross‑functional systems work with significant organizational reach
Deep understanding of iOS, Android, and web platform guidelines and patterns
Demonstrated excellence in visual and interaction design, with an eye for detail and a commitment to accessibility and inclusivity
Skilled at navigating complex, ambiguous problem spaces with strong critical thinking and judgment
Excellent communicator and storyteller who can tailor messages to diverse audiences, from engineers to senior executives
Empathetic leader and mentor who uplifts the team, builds strong partnerships, and fosters a culture of learning and excellence
Proactive, self‑directed, and collaborative, with a passion for making design systems that help teams work smarter and deliver exceptional user experiences
As a Full‑Time Employee, You’ll Enjoy
Unlimited PTO (with no waiting period), 10 annual Wellness Days
Time off to volunteer and charitable donations matching
Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage
100% 401(k) employer match up to 10%, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
100% paid parental leave (including for non‑birthing parents), family forming benefits, and Milk Stork, which provides access to breast milk shipping for business travel, surrogacy, and employee relocation
Investment in your development: mentorship through our MentorMatch program, access to 6,000+ online courses through Udemy, and an annual stipend for your professional development
Investment in your wellness: access to mental health support via Modern Health, and Insight Timer; paid concierge medical membership, pet insurance, fitness membership subsidy, and commuter subsidy
Free premium subscriptions for several Match Group apps – including Tinder Platinum!
Salary The salary range for this position is $200,000-$260,000 per year. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, job‑related skills, internal peer equity, and market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This range is reflective of a position based in either San Francisco, Los Angeles, or New York. The salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment if authorized to work outside of the listed location.
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