Senior Bags Designer: Trend-Driven Soft Goods

Malakye; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquarius LTD is seeking an experienced Senior Soft Goods Designer to join our design team in Carlsbad, CA. This role will translate emerging trends and customer needs into innovative bag collections and drive concepts from initial idea through final product.

You will manage development, create technical specs, collaborate with sourcing, and review samples to ensure cost targets, quality, and timing are met.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in bag design or soft goods.
• Strong portfolio with original bag concepts, commercial development, and technical execution.
• Proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop; PLM experience preferred.
• Knowledge of bag construction, materials, components, trims, hardware, and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and present innovative bag concepts and trend-driven collections.
• Lead development from concept through prototype to production approval.
• Create and maintain detailed technical specifications and design documentation.
• Collaborate with Product Development and Sourcing teams on materials, construction, and cost targets.
• Review samples, provide clear feedback, and drive revisions to meet design intent and quality.

Skills

Strong presentation

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Independent work

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design/Accessory Design/Product Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

PLM systems

Job description

Aquarius LTD is seeking an experienced Senior Soft Goods Designer to join our design team in Carlsbad, CA. This role will translate emerging trends and customer needs into innovative bag collections and drive concepts from initial idea through final product.

You will manage development, create technical specs, collaborate with sourcing, and review samples to ensure cost targets, quality, and timing are met.