Staff Software Engineer, Design Systems - Remote U.S.

Role Overview

As a Staff Software Engineer on the Design Systems team at Vanta, you will be a pivotal leader in shaping the future of our user experience. You will be responsible for building and maintaining the design system that empowers our internal teams to create consistent, high-quality user interfaces. Your work will directly impact the efficiency and effectiveness of our engineering organization, and will contribute to Vanta's mission of helping businesses earn and prove trust.

A Day in the Life

Here's a glimpse into a typical day for a Staff Software Engineer on the Design Systems team:

• Morning: Start your day by reviewing the latest pull requests and code reviews for the design system components. You'll ensure that the code is clean, well-tested, and adheres to our design principles.
• Mid-day: Participate in a design system team meeting to discuss upcoming features, prioritize tasks, and address any roadblocks. Collaborate with designers and product managers to understand their needs and translate them into technical requirements.
• Afternoon: Spend time coding and building new components for the design system. You'll also work on improving the existing components, fixing bugs, and writing documentation.
• Late Afternoon: Conduct a training session for other engineers on how to use the design system. Answer questions and provide guidance to ensure that everyone is using the components correctly.
• Evening: Wrap up your day by reviewing the performance metrics for the design system. Identify areas for improvement and plan for future optimizations.

Why Location: Remote U.S.

Vanta is a remote-first company, and we believe that the best talent can be found anywhere in the United States. By offering this role as a remote position, we are able to attract a wider pool of candidates and build a more diverse team. Remote work also offers our employees the flexibility to balance their work and personal lives, which leads to increased job satisfaction and productivity.

Career Path

The Staff Software Engineer role is a senior-level position at Vanta. From here, you can grow into a Principal Engineer, Architect, or Engineering Manager role. We are committed to providing our employees with opportunities for growth and development, and we will work with you to create a career path that aligns with your goals.

Salary & Benefits

The salary range for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience. Vanta also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Unlimited PTO
• Paid parental leave
• Generous equity package
• 401(k) plan
• Professional development stipend
• Remote work flexibility
• Wellness benefits
• Team building events
• Opportunity to work on a high-impact mission
• Collaborative and supportive work environment

Security Culture

At Vanta, security is at the core of everything we do. We believe that security should be monitored and verified continuously, and we empower companies to practice better security and prove it with ease. As a Staff Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the security of our design system and the applications that use it. You will be responsible for identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities, and for ensuring that our code adheres to the highest security standards.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about design systems, have a strong technical background, and are committed to building high-quality user experiences. We encourage you to highlight your relevant experience and skills in your application.

FAQ

1. What is Vanta?

   Vanta helps businesses earn and prove trust by continuously monitoring and verifying their security.

2. What does the Design Systems team do?

   The Design Systems team builds and maintains the UI component library used across Vanta's products.

3. What technologies does Vanta use?

   Vanta's frontend is primarily built with React, TypeScript, and GraphQL.

4. What is the interview process like?

   The interview process typically includes a phone screen, a technical interview, and a behavioral interview.

5. What are the working hours?

   Vanta offers flexible working hours and encourages employees to work when they are most productive.

6. What is the company culture like?

   Vanta has a collaborative, supportive, and fast-paced culture.

7. What are the growth opportunities at Vanta?

   Vanta offers numerous growth opportunities for employees to advance their careers.

8. Does Vanta offer relocation assistance?

   As this is a remote role, relocation assistance is not offered.

9. What is Vanta's approach to diversity and inclusion?

   Vanta is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

10. How does Vanta support employee well-being?

    Vanta offers wellness benefits and encourages employees to prioritize their well-being.