Senior Software Engineer (React, Typescript) - Design Systems

Experian is a global data and technology company delivering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We operate across markets including financial services, healthcare, automotive, and more, investing in people and new technologies to unlock the power of data.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer with strong front end skills in React and TypeScript to join our Engineering team in the Consumer Services function. As a Senior Software Engineer in the Design System team, you will drive the technical vision, architecture, and implementation of a scalable, accessible, and robust design system that empowers product teams to build high-quality user experiences. Reporting to the Senior Engineering Manager, you will lead by example in engineering excellence, collaborate with designers and stakeholders, and ensure the system evolves to meet the needs of a diverse and growing digital ecosystem. This is a hybrid role aligned to our Nottingham office and the team comes into the office twice a week.

Responsibilities

• Drive the technical vision, architecture, and implementation of a scalable, accessible design system.
• Lead by example in engineering excellence and collaborate with designers and stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of reusability, performance, and design integrity across platforms.
• Ensure the design system evolves to meet the needs of a diverse and growing digital ecosystem.
• Work in a hybrid setup with Nottingham-based team members (office twice a week).

Qualifications

• Experience in React, TypeScript/JavaScript and CSS. Dart/Flutter is desirable.
• Proven ability to architect scalable, modular, and accessible design systems.
• Familiarity with tools like Storybook, Figma, and design tokens.
• Strong understanding of WCAG guidelines and inclusive design principles.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor developers.
• Experience translating design language into reusable code components.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, testing frameworks (e.g., Jest, Playwright), and performance monitoring.

Additional Information

• Benefits: Hybrid working, core benefits include pension, healthcare, and sharesave scheme.
• Compensation: Great package with discretionary bonus.
• Leave: 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and 3 volunteering days; option to purchase additional leave.

Equal Opportunity

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, color, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you require accommodations due to disability or other needs, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

Additional Details

Grade: D/EB8

Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom