Technical Product Developer-Women’s Line

Position Title: Technical Product Developer – Women’s Line

Job Type: Full-time, exempt

Job Location:  Santa Barbara, California

Join Our Team at Carbon2Cobalt:

Carbon2Cobalt creates distinctive clothing for men and women, defined by thoughtful craftsmanship, comfort, and attention to detail. Our designs are made for independent spirits who appreciate timeless, well-made style. At C2C, you’ll join a passionate, collaborative team that values growth and creativity. We offer competitive pay, great benefits, work-life balance, and a dynamic, supportive culture.

Position Summary:

Carbon2Cobalt is seeking a Technical Designer / Product Developer to support our Apparel Design and Merchandising team. This is a unique opportunity to combine technical design expertise with product development, working alongside experienced merchants and designers. A strong understanding of garment construction, fit, and development is essential. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, sharp attention to detail, and a flexible, collaborative approach.

Responsibilities:

Technical Designer and Product Developer, Women’s Line

• Receive sketch and initial design brief from Design. Compose initial tech pack (TP) and submit for internal approvals.

• Revise sketches as needed based on design, fit, or construction updates.

• Manage initial TPs and communicate with vendors; expedite incoming prototypes.

• Process, fit, and document PS1 samples through certified samples.

• Track and follow up on development progress by style to ensure key deadlines (e.g., photoshoots and bulk delivery) are met.

• Initiate and manage the fit, construction, and materials correction process directly with overseas vendors.

• Attend and collaborate in meetings related to product adds, departmental initiatives, and competitive analysis to inform C2C product direction.

Sample and Materials Management:

• Retrieve incoming prototypes from vendors daily and initiate internal processing, including sample measurement and fabric/trim analysis.

• Direct overseas vendor partners in sourcing, acquiring, and approving trims and product dye/wash techniques.

• File and update tagging on samples stored on seasonal garment racks.

• Notify team of samples scheduled for fit and review.

• Co-facilitate end-of-season sample giveaways.

• File and organize swatch library, trims/buttons logs, and other material records.

Admin:

• Update sample status charts with costing, prototype/component status, and factory notes.

• Coordinate and review TOP (Top of Production) samples.

• Take flat photos of each prototype and upload them to the Working Boards folder (PS1 through Photo Sample).

• Initiate and manage the distribution of seasonal carryover specs for assigned categories.

• Review all product design details and costs for assigned categories in catalog copy prior to printing.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent.
• Experience: 3 years of experience in Apparel Product Development, related field, or related apparel degree. Knowledge of garment patternmaking, grading, and fit as well as a strong understanding of apparel quality standards and construction. Deep understanding of and respect for the nuances involved in working with overseas vendor partners and global business cultures.
• Technical Systems: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Adobe Illustrator, Basic flat photography skills.
• Team Mindset: Must value team chemistry and collaboration, thriving on the flexibility required in a growing brand. Demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively across departments and independently prioritize tasks based on business needs. Possesses a positive, curious, and adaptable attitude towards the changing demands of a fast-paced, small business environment. Willing to roll up sleeves and actively contribute in an entrepreneurial setting. Exhibits a high degree of self-direction, with the ability to seamlessly transition between daily tasks and strategic planning.

Other:

• Availability: 8am-5pm PST, M-F, with flexibility to accommodate deadlines.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• This is not an exhaustive list of all functions that may be required to perform, additional functions maybe be added. The company reserves the right to revise the job description at any time.
• Other physical requirements: this position requires the ability to regularly sit, work at a computer, and communicate clearly, verbally and in writing and occasionally lifting up to 40lbs.
• Carbon2Cobalt is an “at-will” employer.

Compensation is based on a variety of factors, candidate experience, qualifications, location as well as market and business considerations.

Pay Salary Range: $85,000 - $95,000