Staff Software Engineer, Design Systems - Vanta (Remote - Canada)

At Vanta, we're on a mission to help businesses earn and prove trust. We believe security should be continuously monitored and verified, and we empower companies to practice better security with ease. As a Staff Software Engineer on our Design Systems team, you'll be instrumental in shaping the user experience across our platform.

Role Overview

As a Staff Software Engineer on the Design Systems team, you will drive the long-term technical strategy, lead complex initiatives, and make high-impact decisions. You'll ensure our components meet product needs while maintaining a consistent, intuitive, and premium experience for our customers.

A Day in the Life

Here's a glimpse into what your day might look like:

• Start the day by reviewing the latest designs and user feedback.
• Lead a discussion on the best approach for a new UI component.
• Write code to implement new features and improve existing components.
• Collaborate with product teams to ensure the Design System meets their needs.
• Mentor junior engineers and share best practices.
• Research new technologies and trends in design systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve the performance and accessibility of the system.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Contribute to the Design System documentation.
• Attend team meetings and contribute to planning and strategy discussions.

Why Remote in Canada?

We're excited to offer this role remotely in Canada! Canada has a thriving tech community, and we want to tap into the talent pool across Alberta, Ontario, and British Columbia. Remote work allows us to access the best talent regardless of location, and it provides our employees with the flexibility to work where they're most productive.

Career Path

This Staff Software Engineer role is a leadership position with opportunities for continued growth. You could potentially move into roles such as Principal Engineer, Architect, or Engineering Manager. We are committed to providing opportunities for our employees to develop their skills and advance their careers within Vanta.

Salary & Benefits

We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive salary and equity
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Unlimited paid time off
• Generous parental leave policy
• Professional development budget
• Home office stipend
• Wellness benefits
• Company-sponsored social events
• Remote work flexibility
• 401k Matching
• Employee Assistance Program

Security Culture at Vanta

At Vanta, security isn't just a product; it's ingrained in our culture. As a security company, we take security seriously. We're committed to building a secure and trustworthy platform for our customers.

How to Apply

If you're a passionate and experienced Staff Software Engineer with a strong background in design systems, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal.

FAQ

1. What is Vanta's mission? Vanta's mission is to help businesses earn and prove trust by making security monitoring and verification continuous and easy.
2. What does the Design Systems team do? The Design Systems team builds tooling and components that empower internal teams to create consistent, high-quality user experiences.
3. What are the key responsibilities of this role? This role involves leading technical initiatives, making strategic decisions, building UI components, and mentoring other engineers.
4. What skills are needed for this role? Strong skills in frontend development, design systems, UI/UX, and technical leadership are essential.
5. What is the career path for this role? You could potentially move into roles such as Principal Engineer, Architect, or Engineering Manager.
6. What benefits does Vanta offer? Vanta offers competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, unlimited PTO, and other benefits.
7. Where is this role located? This role is remote and open to candidates in Alberta, Ontario, and British Columbia, Canada.
8. What is the interview process like? The interview process typically involves a phone screen, technical interview, and a behavioral interview.
9. What tools and technologies does Vanta use? Vanta uses a modern tech stack including React, JavaScript, CSS, and other industry-standard tools.
10. How does Vanta support employee growth? Vanta offers professional development budgets, mentorship opportunities, and opportunities to work on challenging projects.