Senior Technical Developer

About the role

BURLEBO is a growing brand in men's outdoor clothing, dedicated to providing high-quality, durable, and stylish gear for the Athlete, the Outdoors, and the Family. We are passionate about innovation, sustainability, and performance-driven apparel that empowers our team and customers to explore the great outdoors with confidence.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end technical development from concept through production handoff and bulk approval
• Partner with Design and Product Development teams to interpret design intent, establish technical direction, and deliver products that meet brand standards for fit, function, quality, and performance
• Lead fit evaluations and proactively identify opportunities to improve fit, construction, and manufacturing execution
• Drive consistent fit execution through detailed technical analysis, fit corrections, visual assessments, and block/pattern development
• Review and approve sample measurements, construction details, specifications, and BOMs to ensure accuracy and production readiness
• Develop and manage graded patterns across Men’s and Youth size ranges, ensuring consistency and scalability
• Lead cross-functional fit sessions and communicate clear recommendations, decisions, and next steps to internal and external partners
• Collaborate with overseas development and manufacturing partners to troubleshoot technical challenges and drive solutions
• Establish and improve technical development processes, standards, and guidelines to increase efficiency and product consistency
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across Technical Development, Product Development, and broader business teams
• Take assigned styles from SMS through bulk production, releasing final specs for fit, construction, and BOM

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree Tech Design, Patternmaking or equivalent professional experience
• 8-12+ years of experience in Apparel Technical Designer/Developer (mostly men’s) apparel
• Advanced knowledge of garment construction, patternmaking, fit standards, grading, and manufacturing processes
• Proven ability to independently manage complex product categories and drive development from concept through production
• Strong product acumen with experience across technical apparel categories including shirts, pants, shorts, layering, outerwear, and performance-driven products
• Experience partnering with Design, Sourcing, Manufacturing, and Product teams in a fast-paced product development environment
• Advanced understanding of BOMs, specifications, tech packs, and PLM systems
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and technical drawing tool
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify risks, solve problems, and make sound technical recommendations
• Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Ability to influence and collaborate across teams while communicating clearly with both technical and creative partners
• Highly adaptable, solutions-oriented, and comfortable navigating ambiguity and change

Qualifications

• Passion for product innovation, craftsmanship, and building products people rely on every day

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of garment construction, patternmaking, fit standards, grading, and manufacturing processes
• Strong product acumen with experience across technical apparel categories including shirts, pants, shorts, layering, outerwear, and performance-driven products
• Experience partnering with Design, Sourcing, Manufacturing, and Product teams in a fast-paced product development environment
• Advanced understanding of BOMs, specifications, tech packs, and PLM systems
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and technical drawing tool
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify risks, solve problems, and make sound technical recommendations
• Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Ability to influence and collaborate across teams while communicating clearly with both technical and creative partners
• Highly adaptable, solutions-oriented, and comfortable navigating ambiguity and change

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Generous employee discount
• Annual company offsites

Pay

Commensurate with experience

Schedule

Full-time

Location

Austin, TX