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Technical Garment Developer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Garment Developer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

You'll combine technical expertise, fit intelligence, and market insights to create and refine fit ... Partner with Fit and Garment Developers to ensure application of approved fit blocks across ...

Technical Designer

Lewisville, TX · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

The ideal candidate is passionate about apparel construction, fit development, garment engineering, and continuous product improvement. What You'll Do Technical Design & Fit Development Execute and ...

Position Title: Sr Technical Designer, Denim Reporting to Title: Sr Director, Technical Design ... Translate this feedback into precise pattern corrections and garment engineering solutions that ...

Position Title: Sr Technical Designer, Denim Reporting to Title: Sr Director, Technical Design ... Translate this feedback into precise pattern corrections and garment engineering solutions that ...

$60 - $80/hr

... garment engineering issues throughout the product lifecycle * Maintain accurate and detailed technical documentation throughout the development and production process In office work with some work ...

$80 - $100/hr

Interact regularly with agents, overseas offices, and vendors to help problem-solve garment engineering issues throughout the product lifecycle * Maintain accurate and detailed technical ...

Position Title: Sr Technical Designer, Denim Reporting to Title: Sr Director, Technical Design ... Translate this feedback into precise pattern corrections and garment engineering solutions that ...

Qualifications and Skills * 3+ years of technical design, garment engineering, product development, or pre-production experience; experience in intimate apparel, lingerie, bras, shapewear, sleepwear ...

Basic understanding of patternmaking, garment fit, garment construction, and garment engineering ... Technical Design Manager Compensation: $40-$75 per hour (dependent on skills and experience) ABOUT ...

Basic understanding of patternmaking, garment fit, garment construction, and garment engineering ... Technical Design Manager Compensation: $40-$75 per hour (dependent on skills and experience) ABOUT ...

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for technical garment developer in the United States is $49.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37.50 and $62.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Garment Developer

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Levi Strauss & Co.
Apparel and Accessories Stores • 10K+ employees

$100 - $125/hr

Other

Medical, Retirement, PTO

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Levi Strauss & Co. rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 90 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

24th of 105 rated fashion retailers


Job description

## Garment DeveloperApplylocations: HQ-Office, San Francisco, CA, USAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-0151600## San Francisco, CACalling all originals: At Levi Strauss & Co., you can be yourself — and be part of something bigger. We're a company of people who like to forge our own path and leave the world better than we found it. Who believe that what makes us different makes us stronger. So add your voice. Make an impact. Find your fit — and your future.As a Clothing Fit and Garment Developer, you will lead seasonal fit development from concept through production, translating design vision into commercially viable, high-quality products. You'll combine technical expertise, fit intelligence, and market insights to create and refine fit blocks that meet both aesthetic and performance standards.## About the Job:* Lead seasonal style and fit development aligned with Design direction, applying fit expertise and competitive research to evolve and improve the fit portfolio.* Create tech packs throughout the development process (*detailed construction sketches and graded measurement specs*).* Apply in-depth knowledge of fabrics, construction, and manufacturing capabilities to deliver high-quality, cost-effective products.* Partner with Fit and Garment Developers to ensure application of approved fit blocks across seasonal styles.* Guide fit block development by establishing body measurements, evaluating prototypes, and incorporating consumer insights into final approvals.* Collaborate with Design to translate creative concepts into technically practical, production-ready garments.* Lead fittings; communicate fit and construction feedback to teams and vendors.* Ensure agreement on Go-To-Market Calendar timelines by integrating main milestones across our teams and external partners.* Be the necessary liaison between Design, Product Development, and vendors to resolve production challenges and ensure quality execution.* Maintain awareness of vendor capabilities, including technical expertise and equipment, to inform development decisions.* Communication skills are critical for successful collaboration with design and SSM teams, vendors, and factories.## ## ## About You:You are passionate about the details and a collaborative technical expert with an understanding of fit, patternmaking, and garment construction. You can balance creative intent with production realities.## ## ## Qualifications:* Bachelor's degree in a related field (*or equivalent combination of education, patternmaking training*).* 5+ years of experience in fit development, Technical design and manufacturing processes.* Experience in manual and digital patternmaking and grading.* Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Gerber AccuMark; familiarity with PLM, Excel (can perform complex functions), and 3D fit tools.* Experience across men's and women's apparel, including woven bottoms (*jeans, shorts, skirts, overalls*), trucker jackets, woven tops, knit.* Interpret design intent and guide pattern and construction corrections with vendors* Experience leading fit sessions, preparing samples, and maintaining accurate specifications* Collaboration skills with global/overseas partners.* Experience with product development timelines and calendar management.*This is a hybrid position based in our San Francisco, CA headquarters. We expect you in office 3 days per week, typically Tuesday-Thursday. Note, time in office can vary depending on our needs.**The expected starting salary range for this role is $92,000 - $135,000 per year**.*** *We may pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. We will base the amount an employee will earn within the salary range on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, performance and our needs.*Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) offers a total rewards package that includes base pay, incentive plans, 401(k) matching, paid leave, health insurance, product discounts, and more designed to help you and your family stay healthy, meet your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits and incentive compensation vary depending upon the specifics of the role; details relating to a specific role will be made available upon request. Read more about our benefits here.LS&Co. is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and value people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences to make LS&Co. a collective success. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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We're a company of people who like to forge our own path. We invented the blue jean in 1873, and we reinvented khaki pants in 1986. We pioneered labor and environmental guidelines in manufacturing. And we work to build sustainability into everything we do. Our brands stand for freedom and self-expression around the world. Where we lead, others follow. For more than 160 years, we've used the strength of our brands to lead with our values and make an outsized impact on the world. We employ more than 15,000 people globally to support our great brands: Levi's®, Dockers®, Denizen® and Signature by Levi Strauss & Co.™

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Apparel and accessories stores

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Francisco, CA, US

Year founded

1853

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