Figma Design Specialist (Contract - Remote Role)
CompassX Group
Apply to this jobKey Responsibilities
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Lead a Figma design system migration from one enterprise environment to another, ensuring libraries, components, and token structures transfer correctly.
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Audit Figma files to map dependencies across libraries, components, templates, patterns, and tokens.
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Run an early proof of concept in a sandbox to test the migration approach, identify risks, and estimate effort.
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Restructure foundational libraries as needed while maintaining naming consistency and downstream file integrity.
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Use Figma library workflows to reconnect migrated files and shared assets at scale.
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Troubleshoot migration issues, including broken token references, mismatched components, and publishing problems.
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Validate that tokens, styles, and component relationships are working properly after migration.
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Partner with design, engineering, and platform stakeholders to sequence the work and reduce disruption.
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Document key decisions, changes, and known issues for handoff to the internal team.
Key Skillsets
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7+ years of experience in product design, design systems, or a related field with strong technical Figma work.
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Experience working with shared libraries, component systems, and token-based design structures in Figma.
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Proven ability to lead or support complex Figma migrations, restructures, or cleanup efforts.
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Experience identifying technical risks and recommending practical solutions.
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Portfolio required with examples of design systems and technical Figma work.
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Experience with Token Studio, Figma enterprise environments, or GitHub-backed token workflows is preferred.
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Degree not required if experience is strong.
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Must be able to work remotely in U.S. time zones for the 3–4 month engagement.
Qualifications
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7+ years of experience in product design, design systems, or a related field with strong technical Figma work.
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Experience working with shared libraries, component systems, and token-based design structures in Figma.
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Proven ability to lead or support complex Figma migrations, restructures, or cleanup efforts.
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Experience identifying technical risks and recommending practical solutions.
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Portfolio required with examples of design systems and technical Figma work.
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Experience with Token Studio, Figma enterprise environments, or GitHub-backed token workflows is preferred.
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Degree not required if experience is strong.
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Must be able to work remotely in U.S. time zones for the 3–6 month engagement.
Compensation (from employer):
60–80 USD per-hour-wage
Summary
Lead Figma migration, audit files, troubleshoot issues, partner with stakeholders
Job title
Figma Design Specialist
Experience level
7+ years
Minimum experience
7+ years exp
Industry
software
Location requirements
remote work, US time zones allowed
Salary
$0k–$0k
Visa sponsorship
H-1B sponsor history
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
United States