Design Engineer

We connect top talent in Business Services, Tech, Marketing & Creative with companies of all sizes—offering flexible, high-touch staffing solutions. We are currently filling the following contract job for our client. Design Engineer Overview Join an innovative AI product team as a Design Engineer, where your expertise will directly influence the development of accessible, high-quality front-end experiences. Sitting at the crossroads of design and front-end development, you will translate Figma designs into seamless, user-centric React components. This pivotal role requires a collaborative spirit, strong technical acumen, and a passion for accessible design, helping shape products that are both functional and inclusive for users worldwide. Required Skills • Proficiency in Figma, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, TypeScript, and React • Extensive experience implementing WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility standards • Strong understanding of UX principles, interaction design, and responsive layouts • Experience in translating designs into production-ready code while maintaining design fidelity • Familiarity with design systems, component libraries, and Git/GitHub version control • Hands-on knowledge of AI-assisted development tools, such as GitHub Copilot • Ability to review and identify design and code defects, ensuring high-quality outputs • Empathy for users with diverse needs, including those using assistive technologies Nice To Have Skills • Experience with AI-powered products, chat UI/UX, and streaming response patterns • Knowledge of accessibility testing tools like axe, WAVE, or screen reader testing (NVDA, VoiceOver, JAWS) • Experience with automated testing frameworks such as Jest, Testing Library, or Playwright • Familiarity with design system evolution and surface gap analysis in collaboration with design teams Preferred Education And Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Design, HCI, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience • Minimum 5-7 years delivering high-quality digital product features, with at least 3-5 years in front-end development, particularly with React and TypeScript • Proven track record working within agile teams on AI or conversational product interfaces Other Requirements • Comfortable working with existing codebases and contributing to ongoing feature development • Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams including design, engineering, and product management MissionStaff is an equal opportunity employer. Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters or agencies. Additionally, candidates must be U.S. citizens or Permanent Residents to be considered for this position.