Senior Technical Designer — UGG Apparel

UGG; Santa Barbara (CA); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonuses

Time off

Discounts

Development programs

Health & wellness

Job summary

Deckers Brands in Goleta, CA (Hybrid) is seeking a Sr. Technical Designer for UGG Apparel to create and update tech packs, ensure construction standards, and maintain fit and aesthetic across the product life cycle.

You’ll leverage pattern-making skills and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver customer-focused products. We value diverse backgrounds and inclusive work environments, with opportunities to grow and impact communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in required field or equivalent experience.
• 8–10 years of related experience preferred.
• Proficiency with pattern making, construction standards, and tech packs.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build, update, and review technical specification packages for Men’s, Women’s, and Women’s Plus apparel prototypes.
• Manage fit, pattern, spec, and construction communication with vendors throughout the product life cycle.
• Participate in all fit sessions, guiding models and teams to define and implement accurate feedback.
• Identify and resolve fit, pattern, construction, and balance issues, making clear recommendations to cross-functional teams.
• Benchmark standards through competitive analysis for fit, construction, and grading.
• Research and address customer feedback or returns, making updates as needed.

Skills

Exceptional organizational skills

Strong verbal and writtenCommunication

Motivated team player

Self-starter

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Manufacturing, Product Development, Technical Design, Patternmaking, or equivalent

Tools

Excel

PLM system

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Gerber

Lectra

Optitex

3D apparel design software

Job description

Deckers Brands in Goleta, CA (Hybrid) is seeking a Sr. Technical Designer for UGG Apparel to create and update tech packs, ensure construction standards, and maintain fit and aesthetic across the product life cycle.

You’ll leverage pattern-making skills and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver customer-focused products. We value diverse backgrounds and inclusive work environments, with opportunities to grow and impact communities.