Staff Design Program Manager, Design Systems

Company DescriptionEtsy is the global marketplace for unique and creative goods. We build, power, and evolve the tools and technologies that connect millions of entrepreneurs with millions of buyers around the world. As an Etsy Inc. employee, whether a team member of Etsy or Depop, you will tackle unique, meaningful, and large-scale problems alongside passionate coworkers, all the while making a rewarding impact and Keeping Commerce Human.Salary Range:$170,000.00 - $220,000.00What’s the role?We’re hiring a Staff Design Program Manager to drive the operations that power Etsy’s UX Foundations team. You’ll blend hands‑on program and project management with strategic operational impact to help the team plan, build, review, and drive adoption of our design system and content strategy across product teams. The role primarily supports the Design Systems and Content Design teams, with flexibility to take on org-wide initiatives.This is a full-time position reporting to the Director of Design Program Management. In addition to salary, you will also be eligible for an equity package, an annual performance bonus, and our competitive benefits that support you and your family as part of your total rewards package at Etsy. For this role, we are considering candidates based in the United States. Candidates living within commutable distance of Etsy’s Brooklyn Office Hub may be the first to be considered. For candidates within commutable distance, Etsy requires in-office attendance once or twice per week depending on your proximity to the office. Etsy offers different work modes to meet the variety of needs and preferences of our team. Learn more details about our work modes and workplace safety policies here.What’s this team like at Etsy?The UX Foundations team is a core part of our design organization – empowering a team of exceptional designers who create the systems, components, and patterns that power both Buyer and Seller  experiences on Etsy. You will partner daily with product designers, content designers, PMs, and Engineers. You’ll also collaborate with the Brand Design organization to align product and brand systems and standards. Your work will directly contribute to Etsy's mission of Keeping Commerce Human by enabling product teams to focus on solving customer problems while maintaining the unique, human-centered experience that defines Etsy.What does the day-to-day look like?Operational Excellence & StabilityArchitect Team Stability: Design and maintain the operational infrastructure that allows the UX Foundations team to work with deep focus. You will "shield" the team by streamlining intake and ensuring the roadmap is realistic and well-protected.Master the Backlog: Drive the end-to-end lifecycle of the Design System and Content Design backlogs. You’ll ensure work is granular, actionable, and aligned with quarterly goals.Define Prioritization Logic: Establish and socialize clear, observable principles for how the team prioriti...