Primary Job Template New San Francisco, California, United States

ABOUT QUINCE

Founded in 2018, Quince was built to challenge the idea that nice things have to cost a lot. Our mission is simple: to make really high quality essentials for really low prices, produced fairly and sustainably. We believe everyone deserves exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design without the traditional markups. Quince is a direct-to-consumer (DTC) model that cuts out middlemen and leverages just-in-time manufacturing to minimize waste and maximize value. Quince is a tech company disrupting the retail industry by putting AI, analytics and automation at the center of everything we do. Our unwavering commitment to excellence and company values guide our teams and actions: Customer First : We prioritize customer satisfaction in every decision. High Quality : True quality means premium materials and rigorous production standards you can feel good about. Essential Design : We focus on timeless, functional essentials instead of chasing trends. Always a Better Deal : Innovation and transparency ensure value for both customers and partners. Social & Environmental Responsibility : We commit to sustainable materials, ethical production, and fair wages. Quince partners with world-class manufacturers across the globe and serves millions of customers. With strong investor backing and a focus on sustainable growth, we are a company that is rapidly scaling while maintaining a commitment to quality, simplicity, and radical price transparency.

OUR TEAM AND SUCCESS

At Quince, you will be part of a high-performing team that is redefining what quality, value, and sustainability mean in modern retail. We are a destination for builders, innovators, and operators to come together and challenge the status quo. Our collective ambition is bold. We are creating an entirely new category and customer experience – one that democratizes luxury and provides high quality products at radically low prices. That mission demands a world-class team committed to excellence. If you are motivated by impact, growth, and purpose, you will find a strong sense of belonging at Quince.

THE ROLE

Senior Technical Designer, Women’s Intimates, Swim, and Maternity We’re looking for a Senior Technical Designer for our women’s division to join our growing team. In this role, you will lead our tech design and fit efforts for our Women’s Intimates, Swim, and Maternity business. Success in this role means making fit, comfort, and functionality a true competitive advantage for Quince, directly driving revenue through improved customer satisfaction and repeat purchase behavior. The Senior Technical Designer will assess and evolve our fit standards and processes to ensure we are consistently delivering the right fit and support for our most important customers across intimate apparel, swimwear, and maternity categories. This role will partner closely with internal and external global teams to develop and implement fit blocks, evaluate samples, recommend revisions, and move products through pre-production approval in collaboration with merchandising, sourcing, and product development. The ultimate goal is to reduce returns, increase repeat customer rates, improve comfort and consistency, and enable faster, more scalable product development as the business grows. Responsibilities Build fit blocks for key styles that can be utilized as a starting point for future garment development. Manage the fit process from 1st Proto to Bulk production. Develop, maintain, and update technical specification packages for all styles, ensuring accuracy and consistency by category. Spec garments, conduct fit sessions, and create detailed fit comments for vendors. Collaborate with technical design teams globally to build fit processes that can be consistently maintained by teammates abroad. Work directly with merchandising teams to maintain quality and consistency across all products while incorporating feedback based on customer and sales data. Evaluate digital patterns and make revisions and recommendations to perfect the fit, support, comfort, and functionality of garments. Sketch detailed flats and leverage Google Sheets and our internal Product Catalog for communication with internal teams and external teammates. Ensure all garments align with company standards for fit, construction, quality, support, and comfort. Troubleshoot and provide solutions for pattern, grading, and construction issues as needed. Qualifications Required: Minimum of 8+ years as a technical designer or in a related role. Comprehensive understanding of pattern making, garment construction, grading, and fit standards for intimates, swimwear, and/or maternity apparel. Experience working with stretch fabrics, support structures, bras, swim construction, and fit-sensitive garments preferred. Software proficiency in pattern making software and Google Sheets preferred. Attention to Detail: Exceptional accuracy in creating and reviewing technical specifications. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams. Creative and resourceful in addressing technical challenges. May be required to travel internationally to vendors as needed. Physical Requirements: Lifting up to 50 pounds Standing and walking throughout the entirety of your shift Ability to go up and down stairs, use of ladders throughout the day as needed Bending, twisting, or kneeling may be required throughout the day for lifting or maneuvering objects May be asked to work outside or travel to shoots off-site as needed Pay Range: - *This role works onsite 5 days per week in our San Francisco office. We cannot support remote or Hybrid schedules. All posted ranges are reflective of base salary and may vary depending upon experience level and location. Bonus and equity may also be provided for eligible roles. Pay Range

$120 - $140 USD

WHY QUINCE?

Joining Quince means being part of a mission-driven team reshaping retail. You will work alongside talented colleagues, tackle meaningful challenges, and contribute to building a more sustainable, accessible future for customers and partners alike.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & HIRING INTEGRITY

Quince provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applications for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Quince is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application or to perform the essential functions of a role at Quince, please let us know by completing this accommodation form . We review all requests individually and will work with you to determine appropriate accommodations on a case-by-case basis. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Quince will conduct background checks in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Security Advisory: Beware of Frauds At Quince, we're dedicated to recruiting top talent who share our drive for innovation. To safeguard candidates, Quince emphasizes legitimate recruitment practices. Initial communication is primarily via official Quince email addresses and LinkedIn; beware of deviations. Personal data and sensitive information will not be solicited during the application phase. Interviews are conducted via phone, in person, or through the approved platforms Google Meets or Zoom—never via messaging apps or other calling services. Offers are merit-based, communicated verbally, and followed up in writing. If personal information is requested to initiate the hiring process, rest assured it will be through secure and protected means. Apply for this job * indicates a required field First Name * Last Name * Preferred First Name Email * Phone Country Phone Resume/CV Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf LinkedIn Profile * Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? * Select... Will you now or in the future require sponsorship from Quince for employment visa status? * Select... To help us understand potential work authorization options, please check any categories you believe may apply to you. This information will not be used to make hiring decisions. Select... #J-18808-Ljbffr Quince