Sr Design Engineer
New York, NY, US, 10019
#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in?
We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.
Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Paramount's portfolio includes iconic brands such as CBS, Showtime, Paramount Pictures, and Paramount+. As part of the team, you’ll contribute to the digital experience that reaches millions of users globally.
We are a team of owners, ready to take on large, complex projects. If you’re excited about solving high-impact problems, who wants to drive innovation at the intersection of design and technology while revolutionizing how we work, we want to hear from you!
Role Details
As a Senior Design Engineer, you will work as part of a Product Design team where you will spearhead automation and AI-powered optimizations across the full digital product delivery lifecycle. You’ll be part of a tight-knit team crafting core solutions to eliminate barriers, strengthen our systems, and scale workflows for maximum impact.
Responsibilities
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Prototype and test AI-assisted workflows that automate component creation, documentation, dashboards and evaluation to accelerate how we build and measure quality at scale.
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Lead LLM integration in design workflows to define how generative tools empower teams to ship and evaluate code changes independently.
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Build, maintain, and scale design token pipelines, including exporters, CLIs, and CI/CD integrations for seamless delivery across various technology stacks.
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Provide technical guidance and mentorship to peers and junior team members, sharing best practices and insights to support their growth and development.
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Participate in process improvements, documentation, and educational efforts to promote the adoption of system processes and best practices across the organization.
Qualifications
You have:
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5+ years of professional experience as a frontend or full-stack developer, with at least 1 year focused on design systems or scalable platform projects.
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Demonstrated experience in API integrations, building CI/CD pipelines, and version control.
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Proficiency in Figma, including Dev Mode for design-to-code handoff, REST APIs, and MCP Server.
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Deep knowledge of modern front-end development technologies: JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, React, CSS/Sass, Tailwind, and related frameworks.
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Expert use of AI-assisted tools (e.g. Cursor, Lovable, Replit, Copilot etc) and strong interest in rapidly changing capabilities of LLMs.
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Experience in a full lifecycle of design and development including ideation, UX design, prototyping, and development.
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A proactive, problem-solving mindset.
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Strong appreciation for design quality and the subtle details that make interfaces intuitive and engaging.
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Ability to communicate effectively with designers, engineers, product managers and non-technical stakeholders.
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Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university Design, HCI, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience with design system management platforms (e.g., Supernova, Zeroheight).
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Familiarity with Storybook or similar environments.
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Experience with mobile app frameworks such as Swift and Kotlin.
Why You Should Join
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Influence the evolution of high-impact digital products seen by millions.
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Work at the intersection of design and engineering with talented cross-disciplinary teams.
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Help set the technical and creative direction for CBS’s growing suite of digital offerings.
CBS Sports, a year-round leader in cross-platform sports coverage, broadcasts a portfolio of events on the CBS Television Network, including THE NFL ON CBS; college football, including the Big Ten ON CBS; college basketball, including the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship; golf, including The Masters®, PGA Championship and PGA TOUR; soccer, including the UEFA Champions League and NWSL; and CBS SPORTS SPECTACULAR.
In addition, the division includes CBS SPORTS NETWORK, the 24-hour cable home of CBS Sports which televises live sports programming throughout the year, including college football and basketball games, UEFA Champions League and Europa League action, Italy's Serie A matches, Concacaf national team competitions, as well as a full slate of original programming and studio coverage.
CBS Sports also delivers an extensive lineup of global soccer coverage on Paramount+, including every UEFA club competition match, all Serie A matches as well as Concacaf national team competitions, and produces INSIDE THE NFL for Paramount+. CBS Sports Digital's multi-platform offerings include CBSSports.com and the CBS Sports apps for mobile and connected TV devices; the 24/7 streaming sports news network CBS Sports HQ; 247Sports; MaxPreps; CBS Sports fantasy games; and SportsLine.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hiring Salary Range: $130,000.00 - 160,000.00.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.
- Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
- Generous paid time off.
- An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
- Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
- Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
- Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount
Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.
At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
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Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City