Product Manager - Neptune Design System
Job Description
Product Manager- Neptune Design System
Ecolab is seeking a skilled Product Manager to drive the development and implementation of our Neptune Design System. You'll work at the intersection of design and development, leading a cross-functional team to create a comprehensive component library that ensures consistency across our digital experiences. This role combines technical understanding, product management expertise, and project leadership to build a design system that transforms how we deliver products to our customers.
What's in it For You:
- Lead a dedicated team of designers and developers in establishing and growing our Neptune Design System for use across all areas of Ecolab business
- Shape the future of Ecolab's digital experience through a cohesive design language and component library
- Drive innovation by integrating cutting-edge AI tools into our design and development workflow
- Influence product strategy and technical decisions as a key stakeholder in our digital transformation
- Experience the perfect balance of creative freedom within a structured enterprise environment
What You Will Do:
- Develop and own the roadmap for Neptune Design System components, prioritizing based on business needs and technical considerations
- Lead a cross-functional team of UX designers and front-end developers, coordinating their efforts to deliver high-quality design system components
- Leverage and integrate AI tools like Claude for code generation, testing, and component development
- Evaluate and select appropriate tools that enhance the team's efficiency in design system development
- Establish governance for the design system, including contribution models, versioning strategy, and documentation standards
- Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to understand requirements and ensure the design system meets their needs
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for design system components and usage guidelines
- Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure successful implementation and adoption of the design system
- Mentor and guide engineering resources in best practices for code creation and component development
- Promote the design system through presentations, workshops, and internal communications
- Track and report on design system metrics, including adoption rates and impact on development efficiency
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Design, or related field and 8 years of professional experience
- Strong project management skills with the ability to create roadmaps, manage dependencies, and track progress
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with both designers and developers
- Demonstrated ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications
- Experience with Agile methodologies and relevant project management tools
- Immigration sponsorship not available for this role
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience managing the development or implementation of a design system
- Familiarity with design tools such as Figma and code-to-design tools like Builder.io
- Experience with design systems or component libraries
- Foundational understanding of front-end technologies including HTML, CSS, React, and Angular
- Experience leveraging AI tools for design or development workflows
- Knowledge of accessibility standards and how to implement them in design systems
- Understanding of design tokens and their implementation across multiple platforms
- Experience with component testing strategies and quality assurance for design systems
- Ability to create consensus among diverse stakeholders and drive adoption of new processes
- Experience with style guide creation and maintenance
- Knowledge of versioning strategies for component libraries
- Passion for the intersection of design and technology with a user-centered mindset
- Interest in collaborating with partners outside of core team / organization (including SMEs in the AI space)
- Ability to wear multiple hats and plug into different roles as the system develops
- Desire to be in a fast-moving, agile environment with willingness to adjust quickly
Annual or Hourly Compensation Range
Benefits
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Potential Customer Requirements Notice
To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:
- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
- Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.
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Company Information
Location: Saint Paul, MN
Type: Hybrid