We're seeking a Design Engineer to bridge the gap between design and engineering at GC AI. In this role, you'll help shape our design system implementation, architect front-end solutions, and ensure seamless user experiences across our platform. You'll be instrumental in creating intuitive interfaces that transform how legal professionals work, making sophisticated legal tasks feel simple and accessible.

What you'll do

Architect and implement complex UI components and systems that balance aesthetics with technical performance
Lead the technical implementation and evolution of our design system across our marketing
Create prototypes to explore new interaction models and validate design concepts for legal workflows
Establish best practices for front-end development and component architecture
Mentor engineers on design principles and implementation techniques
Develop tools and processes to improve design-to-development workflow
Contribute to design reviews
Champion accessible, responsive, and performant user interfaces for legal teams
Build marketing landing pages

Why this role matters

Legal teams today are drowning in work. Our platform changes that, but only if we build it right. As a Design Engineer, you'll be crafting the visual systems and interactions that make sophisticated legal work feel simple and intuitive. Your work won't just look good - it will fundamentally change how legal teams operate, making their work faster, smarter, and more impactful.

What you’ll bring

Must-Haves

6+ years of experience in front-end development with a strong design sensibility
Expert-level knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript/TypeScript
Deep experience with modern front-end frameworks (React preferred)
Strong understanding of design systems and component-based architecture
Experience implementing complex UI animations and interactions
Proven ability to translate design concepts into production-ready code
Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with both design and engineering teams
Experience with accessibility standards and best practice

Nice-to-Haves

Experience with Framer
Understanding of legal tech or B2B SaaS

The Mindset

Problem Solver: You come alive tackling complex challenges without obvious solutions
Ownership-Driven: You take initiative without needing direction and focus on outcomes
Continuous Learner: Your curiosity drives you to constantly level up your engineering and design skills
Startup DNA: You thrive in fast-paced environments where responsibilities evolve 5
Design Thinker: You have a keen eye for detail and understand how visual systems impact user experience

What we offer

Growth & Impact

Shape the future of a rapidly growing startup
Direct collaboration with founding team
Real influence on company strategy and direction
A voice that matters - your ideas will be heard and implemented

Environment & Benefits

Competitive salary and equity
Work remotely or join us a couple days a week in the Bay Area
High-energy, joyful team environment
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Career Development

Mentorship and learning opportunities
Clear path for growth in an expanding company
Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and practices
Freedom to innovate and own crucial systems

Come do your life’s work with us. You won’t regret it.

GC AI

Design Engineer

Remote or Hybrid, Bay Area, US or Canada$150K-$225Kfull-time