Location: Vancouver, BC (On-Site)
Employment Type: Full-Time (40 hours/week)
Experience: 3–7+ years
Compensation: $65,000–$70,000, depending on experience
About The Role
Park & Fifth is seeking an experienced Technical Developer to join our Product Development team. This is a mid-level role for someone who is passionate about garment construction, fit, and pattern engineering, and who thrives in a fast-paced development environment.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter who takes ownership, communicates proactively, and approaches challenges with urgency and a solutions-focused mindset. You have a strong technical foundation and enjoy collaborating with Design, Production, and factory partners to transform concepts into beautifully fitting, production-ready garments.
Extensive experience with Gerber AccuMark pattern software is a requirement for this role.
Responsibilities
- Own the technical development process from concept through pre-production.
- Create, modify, and maintain digital patterns using Gerber AccuMark.
- Develop accurate grade rules and perform garment grading to ensure fit consistency across all sizes.
- Create and maintain detailed technical packages, specifications, Bills of Materials, and construction documentation.
- Evaluate samples throughout development, identify construction and fit issues, and recommend technical solutions.
- Lead and participate in garment fittings, taking detailed fit notes and translating revisions into production-ready patterns and specifications.
- Execute pattern corrections, construction updates, and grading revisions following fittings.
- Collaborate closely with Design and Production to maintain design intent while ensuring manufacturability, quality, and cost efficiency.
- Communicate daily with local and overseas factories regarding fit comments, construction details, technical questions, and sample development.
- Ensure consistency in garment measurements, workmanship, grading, and overall product quality.
- Troubleshoot construction challenges and propose innovative, practical solutions throughout development.
- Maintain organized development records and ensure all technical documentation is accurate and current.
- Work cross-functionally with Design, Production, Planning, and Merchandising to achieve development timelines.
- Support continuous improvement of technical development processes and standards.
Required Qualifications
- Degree or diploma in Fashion Design, Apparel Design, Technical Design, or an equivalent combination of education and industry experience.
- 3–7+ years of apparel technical development, technical design, or pattern making experience.
- Advanced proficiency in Gerber AccuMark Pattern Design and Gerber Grading (required).
- Strong pattern making, pattern manipulation, and garment construction knowledge.
- Experience developing and grading patterns for production.
- Strong garment fitting experience with the ability to assess fit issues and implement pattern corrections.
- Excellent knowledge of garment construction methods, sewing techniques, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience creating garments with tailored, draped, bias-cut, and structured construction.
- Strong understanding of woven and knit fabrics and how fabric properties influence fit and construction.
- Excellent draping and pattern drafting skills.
- Highly proficient in Adobe Illustrator.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple development calendars simultaneously.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to work independently while managing competing priorities.
- Positive attitude, strong sense of urgency, and willingness to take initiative.
- Previous experience working within the apparel industry is required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience developing dresses, occasion wear, bridal, or eveningwear.
- Experience working directly with overseas manufacturing partners throughout product development.
- Experience collaborating with local manufacturers and sample rooms.
- Experience with CLO3D.
- Experience using PLM systems.
- Knowledge of fit across a broad size range.
What We're Looking For
The Successful Candidate Is Someone Who
- Takes ownership and follows projects through to completion.
- Is naturally organized and detail-oriented.
- Enjoys problem-solving and finding practical technical solutions.
- Works with a strong sense of urgency while maintaining accuracy.
- Communicates confidently with both internal teams and overseas factory partners.
- Is collaborative, adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
- Is passionate about creating exceptional fitting garments and continuously improving product quality.
Benefits
- Extended health and dental benefits
- Paid vacation
- Annual performance bonus program
- Generous employee discount
- Opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative and creative team
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and portfolio to sarah.dunlop@parkandfifthco.com with "Technical Developer" in the subject line.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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