Creative Engineer

WHO WE ARE:

We are RAPP – world leaders in activating growth with precision and empathy at scale.

As a global, next-generation precision marketing agency we leverage data, creativity, technology, and empathy to foster client growth. We champion individuality in the marketing solutions we create, and in our workplace. We fight for solutions that adapt to the individual’s needs, beliefs, behaviors, and aspirations.

We foster an inclusive workplace that emphasizes personal well-being.

HOW WE DO IT:

At RAPP, our fearless superconnectors help to create value from personal brand experiences by focusing on three key areas: connected data, connected content and connected decisioning.
Our data analysts identify who that person is, our strategists understand what they want, and our award-winning technologists and creatives know how to deliver it – ensuring we’re able to activate authentic customer connections for our clients.
Part of Omnicom’s Precision Marketing Group, RAPP is comprised of 2,000+ creatives, technologists, strategists, and data and marketing scientists across 15+ global markets.

YOUR ROLE:

RAPP is seeking a Creative Engineer who thrives at the intersection of design and execution. In this role, you will focus on building scalable component libraries within connected design systems, using atomic design theory and principles as your guide. You will collaborate with designers, art directors, and creative teams to ensure consistent, efficient, and innovative execution of design systems across projects. Mastery of tools like Figma and a passion for systems thinking are essential for success in this role.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Comprehension: Understand design systems, their components, and their purpose. Interpret briefs and apply atomic design principles to execute scalable solutions.
• Ideation: Partner with creative teams to identify opportunities for improvement and scalability within design systems.
• Craft & Execution: Build and maintain scalable, modular component libraries in design tools like Figma, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Iteration & Elevation: Continuously refine and improve design systems and components based on feedback, team insights, and emerging best practices.
• Directing & Managing: Manage workflows effectively, ensuring deliverables are on time, on brand, and aligned with project goals.
• Storytelling & Selling: Clearly articulate the value and utility of design systems to team members and stakeholders, demonstrating their impact on creative execution.
• Business Contribution: Deliver solutions that improve efficiency, consistency, and scalability for both the agency and its clients.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build and maintain scalable component libraries using tools like Figma, ensuring alignment with design system standards and atomic design principles.
• Work collaboratively with designers, art directors, and creative leads to ensure systems are executed consistently across projects and campaigns.
• Translate design concepts into reusable components that can function across diverse platforms and channels.
• Ensure that design systems are user-friendly, accessible, and adaptable to evolving client needs.
• Partner with creative teams to identify gaps or inefficiencies within existing design systems and propose solutions to improve scalability and usability.
• Stay informed on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to design systems and component-based design.
• Provide guidance and support to creative teams on how to effectively use and implement design systems in their work.
• Contribute to quality assurance by testing components for usability, accuracy, and consistency.

SUCCESS CRITERIA

• Creation of scalable, modular component libraries that foster consistency and efficiency across projects.
• Effective collaboration with creative teams to elevate the execution and usability of design systems.
• Proactive identification of opportunities to refine and improve design systems based on feedback and emerging trends.
• Thoughtful communication of design system principles to stakeholders, fostering confidence and understanding.
• Consistently meeting deadlines while delivering high-quality, on-brand components.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience: 2-5 years in a creative engineering or design systems role, with a portfolio showcasing component-based design work.
• Technical Proficiency:
  • Mastery of Figma is required, with expertise in building and managing scalable component libraries.
  • Familiarity with prototyping tools like Adobe XD or Sketch is a plus.
  • Knowledge of atomic design principles and their application in design systems.
  • Curiosity about and interest in experimenting with AI tools and emerging design technologies.
• Systems Thinking: Ability to break down complex design systems into modular, reusable components.
• Collaboration: Proven ability to work with cross-functional creative teams and contribute to a culture of innovation and inclusivity.
• Communication: Ability to articulate the value and functionality of design systems to both technical and creative stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Thrive under tight deadlines, manage competing priorities, and embrace new challenges with enthusiasm.

Our Hybrid Work Model:

RAPP's current hybrid model is designed to enable in-person connections and collaboration that is core to our culture, while also supporting flexibility for all employees. As such, we have the option to work from home two days per week, if we'd like.

RAPP provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits plan. Benefits for this role include health/vision/dental insurance, 401(k), stock options, Healthcare & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts, vacation, sick, and personal days and positive activism days, paid parental leave and disability benefits. For more information regarding Omnicom benefits, please visit www.omnicombenefits.com. A reasonable estimate of the salary for this role, at the time of posting, is $65,000 - $75,000. This range is specific to NYC and multiple factors are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to: skill set, experience and training, certifications; etc. This is an exempt position. If your requirements fall outside of this range, you are still welcome to apply.

“As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.”

NOTE:  This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.