Design Engineer
orthogonal yc w26Millbrae, CA
About the role
Orthogonal is the discovery, orchestration, and payment layer for the internet. Through a single integration, agents can discover new capabilities, access services instantly, and pay for them seamlessly.
Founded by a team that built at the intersection of payments, APIs, infrastructure, and AI at Coinbase, Vercel, Google, and Amazon Robotics. We've raised a $4.3 million seed round, led by Pantera Capital and backed by Y Combinator, Pioneer Fund, Decasonic, Blast, Outbound, Surreal by Premise, and other strategic investors.
What You'll Do:
Build and maintain a design system and component library in React and TypeScript
Turn Figma designs into production-ready UI, with close attention to typography, motion, and accessibility
Prototype new interactions and product ideas in code, then ship them yourself
Partner with engineers to keep the front end fast and maintainable
Own front-end quality: review UI pull requests, catch visual regressions, and raise the bar
Improve performance and accessibility across product surfaces
Document patterns and tooling so the team can build consistently without you in the loop
What We're Looking For:
5+ years building production front-end interfaces, ideally in a design-engineering or design-systems role
Background in startups or fast-paced product environment
Strong command of HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript, and modern frameworks such as React
Fluency in Figma and comfort translating design intent
Solid grasp of data structures, system design, and API design
Bias toward ownership, curiosity, and delivering simple solutions to complex problems
Based in SF or willing to relocate
Value autonomy over process
BenefitsGenerous equity grant vested over 4 years
Flexible work schedule and open vacation policy
Access to medical, dental, and vision plans
Wellness and commute stipends
All the tools you need (laptop, monitor, etc.)
Interview ProcessIntro conversation with our recruiting team
Conversation with a Co-Founder
Technical interview
Work trial / Onsite
Offer
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Lead
Location
Millbrae, CA
Occupation
Web and Digital Interface Designers
Industry
Software Publishers
Posted
yesterday
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