Chris Nager
About Chris Nager
Chris Nager is a Design Technology Manager specializing in Design Systems at Carta, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in design and development, having held various roles at companies such as Air, Salesforce, and IEX.
Current Role at Carta
Chris Nager serves as the Design Technology Manager for Design Systems at Carta, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he manages a globally distributed team that focuses on enhancing Carta's universal design system. His responsibilities include overseeing design technology initiatives and ensuring that design systems meet performance and accessibility standards.
Previous Experience at Carta
Prior to his current role, Chris Nager worked at Carta in several capacities. He served as a Senior Design Technologist from 2020 to 2021 and as a Lead Design Technologist from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, he worked as an Independent Contractor for one month in 2020 and as a Design Technology Manager for CartaX for nine months in 2022. His tenure at Carta reflects a continuous commitment to design technology and system enhancement.
Experience at Air
Before joining Carta, Chris Nager was a Senior Software Developer and Founding Member at Air from 2017 to 2020. During his three years at the company, he contributed to the development of software solutions and played a key role in establishing the technical foundation of the organization.
Educational Background
Chris Nager earned a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design from Samford University, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. His education provided him with a solid foundation in design principles, which he has applied throughout his career in various design and technology roles.
Professional Journey in Technology and Design
Chris Nager has a diverse professional background in technology and design. He has held positions at notable companies such as Salesforce.com, where he worked as a Front End Engineer and a Member of Technical Staff. His experience also includes roles at IEX, the Investors Exchange, and Luckie & Company, where he contributed to digital design and front-end development. His career reflects a strong focus on performance and accessibility in design systems.