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Sr. Technical Designer

ALEXIS, Miami, FL, United States


The Senior Technical Designer is responsible for leading all aspects of technical development, ensuring consistency in fit, construction, and overall garment execution across collections. This role partners closely with Design and Production to bring the brand’s aesthetic to life while maintaining the highest standards of quality and precision.

What You’ll Do Technical Development & Fit Ownership

Lead and execute all fit sessions in partnership with Design leadership

Analyze fit issues and provide clear technical direction, including construction solutions and pattern corrections

Ensure consistent fit balance, proportion, and silhouette across all collections

Approve workmanship, finishing, and overall garment execution prior to bulk production

Create and maintain highly detailed tech packs, including construction call-outs, graded POMs, stitching, finishing, and trim application

Own spec accuracy and grading consistency across all deliveries

Ensure all styles are production-ready prior to factory release

Factory Communication & Sample Follow-Up

Serve as the primary technical liaison with overseas and domestic factories

Communicate fit corrections, construction standards, and workmanship expectations through clear written and visual direction

Track and follow up on sample development, approvals, and timelinesReview factory feedback and provide solutions aligned with design intent and costing

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner daily with Design, Production, and Product Development teams to support seasonal milestones

Align technical feasibility with costing, allocation, and delivery timelines

Support bulk readiness through PP approvals and TOP evaluations

Maintain organized documentation and sample tracking

Seasonal Workflow & Delivery Management

Prioritize workload based on deadlines, factory capacity, and business needs

Identify risks early and elevate potential delays or quality concerns

Who You Are

7+ years of Technical Design experience in women’s contemporary or luxury RTW

Strong expertise in dresses, occasionwear, draped constructions, soft tailoring, and novelty fabrics

Advanced knowledge of patternmaking, grading, garment construction, and fit correction

Proven ability to manage high-volume development under tight seasonal deadlines

Strong communication skills with the ability to deliver clear, concise technical direction

Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational and prioritization skills

Nice to Have

Experience working with overseas factories (China, India) and complex global development calendars

Background in fast-paced or high-growth fashion environments

Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members

Why This Role Matters This role is essential to ensuring that every ALEXIS garment meets the brand’s standards of fit, quality, and execution. By owning the technical development process from concept through production, the Sr Technical Design plays a key role in bringing the collection to life while supporting efficiency, consistency, and on-time delivery across all seasons.

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