Technical Developer at Burlebo – Austin, Texas

BURLEBO TECHNICAL DEVELOPER

Great products aren’t just something you wear—they’re meant to be used, relied on, and lived in. We’re looking for an experienced Technical Developer with a focus on men’s and youth products (athletic, lifestyle, tops, bottoms, outerwear, hard goods) to join our Austin-based team and help shape the future of our brand.

You will lead the technical development of assigned styles from initial concept through production handoff. Working closely with Design, you will translate fit intent and overall aesthetic into physical proto samples, ensuring fit, construction, and BOM meet our standards for quality, performance, and cost.

You will own product specifications and be responsible for maintaining all style records, BOMs, and samples. You will serve as a technical resource to cross-functional partners, providing guidance on fit and construction, and lead fit reviews at each proto stage. This role supports a collaborative, solutions-driven environment across Technical Development and our broader team.

The position reports to the Product Development Manager and is based at our Austin headquarters, with relocation support available.

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What You’ll Do

• Own and track proto development from start to finish
• Ensure all products align with established fit and guidelines
• Drive consistent fit execution through clear analysis, fit corrections, visual adjustments, and use of block patterns
• Measure all samples to verify fit, construction, and adherence to specs
• Develop and manage graded patterns to ensure accurate fit across approved Men’s and Youth size ranges
• Schedule and lead fit sessions with support from PDM
• Help build and maintain department standards and guidelines to support consistency and operational excellence
• Take assigned styles from SMS through bulk production, releasing final specs for fit, construction, and BOM

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree Tech Design, Pattern making or equivalent professional experience
• 5-7+ years of experience in Apparel Technical Design (mostly men’s) apparel
• Knowledge of fit, pattern making, and garment construction
• Strong product acumen with working knowledge of apparel product development processes/tools/systems, including development, sourcing and manufacturing of technical products
• Experience across a range of categories, including shirts, pants, shorts and layering
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator
• Working knowledge of Bill of Materials, Specs and tech packs with experience in PLM
• Exceptional organization and attention to detail
• High degree of agility and adaptability with an ability to work under pressure and to navigate change with open mindedness and flexibility
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, cross-functional mindset
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and passionate about design

Benefits & Perks

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

To Apply please email your resume to People@burlebo.com