Senior Product Manager, Design Systems

About the role

Vanta is on the lookout for a Senior Product Manager to lead the development of our design system and front-end platform. This pivotal position will influence how various teams at Vanta create cohesive and high-quality user experiences efficiently. You will play a crucial role in shaping the future of Vanta's user interface and establishing a robust design system function within the organization.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Establish the product vision and strategic roadmap for the front-end, focusing on the design system and platform investments that align with the company's goals.
• Enhance the design system by creating modular building blocks with standardized APIs, incorporating AI and large language model capabilities.
• Spearhead initiatives aimed at improving accessibility and internationalization, ensuring compliance with global localization and accessibility standards.
• Collaborate closely with the AI team to empower product teams in crafting next-generation Vanta experiences.
• Oversee the deployment and adoption of updates to the design system, while managing quality assurance and issue resolution for the product craft team.
• Work in tandem with engineering and design leaders to prioritize impactful projects.
• Strategically plan for the scalability of the design system and front-end platform over the next 12 to 18 months, including the integration of AI-native applications.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and innovation across teams, ensuring that the design system serves as a valuable internal resource for all product teams.

Requirements

• A minimum of 4 to 8 years of experience in product management, specifically with direct responsibility for a design system, front-end platform, or experience in a developer/design capacity across multiple teams.
• A strong commitment to quality and craftsmanship, with the ability to implement these standards across various teams and build credibility with senior design and product leaders.
• A builder's mindset, capable of creating prototypes and demonstrations using the same building blocks that your team develops.
• Ability to cultivate consensus and trust throughout the organization, acting as a supportive internal platform for all product teams.
• A systematic approach to understanding how components, tokens, patterns, and infrastructure interact and impact all product surfaces.
• Proficient in articulating the business value of front-end and design system investments to leadership and stakeholders.
• Must have authorization to work in the U.S. without requiring future sponsorship from an employer.

Nice to have

• Experience with agile methodologies and frameworks.
• Familiarity with user experience research and design principles.
• Knowledge of modern front-end technologies and frameworks.
• Previous experience in a startup or fast-paced environment.

Skills & tools

• Product Management
• Design Systems
• Front-end Platforms
• AI/LLM Integration
• Accessibility Standards
• Internationalization
• Component-Based Architecture

Practical notes

This position is fully remote within the United States.

Vanta provides extensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, covering 100% of employee-only premiums for most medical plans.

New parents are entitled to 16 weeks of paid parental leave.

A health and wellness stipend is available for employees.

Stipends for remote workspace, internet, and cellphone expenses are provided.

Commuter benefits are offered for team members based in San Francisco and New York City.

Family planning benefits are also available.

Vanta matches 401(k) contributions with immediate vesting.

The company has a flexible paid time off policy, along with 80 hours of sick leave.

Employees enjoy 11 paid holidays throughout the year.

Regular virtual team-building activities and company-wide events are organized.

Vanta has offices located in San Francisco, New York City, London, Dublin, Tel Aviv, and Sydney.

If you have a referral, please apply through the person who referred you.