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Ariat

Sr. Technical Designer, Apparel

San Leandro, CA · On-site

$105K - $125K/yr

About the Role We are excited to be adding a seasoned Sr Technical Designer to the Ariat team who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and has great technical accuracy and expertise.

Reformation

Sr. Technical Designer - Dresses

Vernon, CA · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

On-site full-time M-F at our Vernon office The Role: We're looking for a seasoned Senior Technical Designer with deep expertise in women's apparel who has spent their career perfecting fit on dresses ...

Reformation

Sr. Technical Designer - Dresses

Vernon, CA · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

On-site full-time M-F at our Vernon office The Role: We're looking for a seasoned Senior Technical Designer with deep expertise in women's apparel who has spent their career perfecting fit on dresses ...

Deckers

Sr. Technical Designer - UGG Apparel

Goleta, CA · Hybrid

$87K - $118K/yr

Job Title: Sr. Technical Designer - UGG Apparel Reports to: Director, Technical Design - UGG Apparel & Accessories Location: Goleta, CA (Hybrid) Typically 3 times per week in office, Tuesday ...

Doen

Associate Technical Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$30/hr

This position is on site/in-office and will report to the Senior Technical Designer. The Associate Technical Designer will be primarily responsible for supporting the execution of the design ...

REVOLVE

Technical Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

This is a full time role for a mid to senior level candidate who is meticulous with details and driven by the technical aspect of the design process. This Technical Designer will join an existing ...

Beach Riot LLC

Technical Designer

Newport Beach, CA · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

JOB SUMMARY The Senior Technical Designer creates world class swim, active, and lifestyle apparel that is acknowledged as leading in innovation, design, function, fit and quality. Under the ...

SIMONMILLER

Assistant Technical Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$60K/yr

Senior Technical Designer Pay Transparency: This position offers an salary range starting at $60,000. Final compensation will be determined by factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, job ...

Torrid

Senior Techical Designer - Bras

City Of Industry, CA · Hybrid

$101K - $107K/yr

The Senior Technical Designer leads the fit process, ensuring every bra meets Torrid's standards for quality, consistency, functionality, and plus-size fit. The ideal candidate is highly detail ...

Torrid

Senior Techical Designer - Bras

City Of Industry, CA · On-site

$102K - $110K/yr

The Senior Technical Designer leads the fit process, ensuring every bra meets Torrid's standards for quality, consistency, functionality, and plus-size fit. The ideal candidate is highly detail ...

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior technical designer in California is $79,214.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,100.00 and $90,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior technical designer?

Senior Technical Designers are experienced professionals who bridge the gap between design and engineering teams, ensuring that creative concepts are translated into technically feasible and manufacturable products. They are responsible for overseeing the development process, solving complex design problems, and managing technical specifications. Senior Technical Designers often mentor junior staff, collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, and ensure that projects meet quality, cost, and timeline goals. Their expertise is crucial in fields such as fashion, game development, architecture, and industrial design.

How does a senior technical designer typically collaborate with other departments during a project's development cycle?

A Senior Technical Designer frequently acts as a bridge between design, engineering, and art teams to ensure seamless integration of gameplay features and technical systems. They participate in cross-functional meetings to communicate design intentions, identify feasibility challenges early, and provide technical solutions that maintain creative vision. Regular collaboration includes reviewing prototypes with programmers, aligning visual assets with artists, and gathering feedback from QA to iterate on features efficiently. This collaborative approach helps maintain project coherence and addresses issues before they impact production timelines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior technical designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Technical Designer, you need deep expertise in design principles, garment construction, and product development, often supported by a degree in fashion design or a related field. Proficiency in CAD software (such as Adobe Illustrator and Gerber), pattern-making systems, and technical specification tools is crucial. Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills help you effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage complex projects. These skills ensure technical accuracy, product quality, and efficient design processes within fast-paced fashion environments.

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Infographic showing various Senior Technical Designer job openings in California as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,214 per year, or $38.1 per hour.

Sr. Technical Designer, Apparel

Ariat

San Leandro, CA • On-site

$105K - $125K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

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Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

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Job description

About the Role
We are excited to be adding a seasoned Sr Technical Designer to the Ariat team who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and has great technical accuracy and expertise. You will be responsible for owning one or more categories, ensuring fit and quality standards are well executed and consistent across all styles.
The Ariat Technical Design team is committed to creating well-fitting, high-quality products for best client experience. You have an extraordinary opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that has a commitment to innovation, quality, integrity, teamwork, and respect.
You'll Make a Difference By
  • Working with accessible and approachable leaders and teams
  • Impacting change in a culture that promotes doing it differently and beyond status quo
  • Connecting people to the lifestyles and experiences they love
  • Developing innovative product that athletes and general consumers are excited about
  • Creating and seizing opportunities to lead special project initiatives
  • Assisting with other responsibilities based on business needs

About You
  • 10+ years of experience in Technical Design: Performance Apparel
  • A deep expertise and understanding of fit, patternmaking, grading, technical construction, costing, and fabrics
  • A trained eye for proportion, balance and aesthetic details
  • The ability to command a room and lead projects, meetings, fit sessions
  • Extensive experience working with factories; full understanding of equipment, garment cutting/sewing/QA/QC process
  • Proficiency in computer skills; use of Adobe Illustrator, MS Office Suite; Centric PLM (or similar PLM system), and 2D patternmaking systems (Accumark a plus)
  • Exceptional multi-tasker and communicator, extremely detail oriented, and possess exceptional organizational skills
  • An energized approach to collaboration and strong influence with partners and vendors
  • Are fast acting and adapts to change quickly
  • Passion for managing a product lifecycle and meeting deadlines
  • Curiosity and zest for improving process and efficiency

About Ariat
Ariat is an innovative, outdoor global brand with roots in equestrian performance. We develop high-quality footwear and apparel for people who ride, work and play outdoors, and care about performance, quality, comfort, and style.
The salary range for this position is $105,000 - $125,000 per year.
The salary is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data for geographic locations. Ariat in good faith believes that this posted compensation range is accurate for this role at this location at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.
Ariat's holistic benefits package for full-time team members includes (but is not limited to):
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
  • Expanded wellness and mental health benefits
  • Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid volunteer days
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Bonus incentive plans
  • Team member discount on Ariat merchandise

Note: Availability of benefits may be subject to location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. Ariat reserves the right to alter these benefits in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
Ariat will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws. Ariat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local law. Ariat is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, email human.resources@ariat.com.
Please see our Employment Candidate Privacy Policy at www.ariat.com/careers to learn more about how we collect, use, retain and disclose Personal Information.
Please note that Ariat does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agreement, Ariat will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter/agency placement fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed Agreement, Ariat explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted directly to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Ariat.

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