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 [email protected] 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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