FIGS · 17 hours ago
Senior Designer - Outerwear and FIGS Pro
Santa Monica, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$115K/yr - $145K/yr
8+ years expFIGS is a direct-to-consumer healthcare apparel and lifestyle brand seeking a Senior Designer to lead design across Outerwear and FIGS Pro. This role involves creating stylish, functional apparel for healthcare providers while driving seasonal creative direction and collaborating with various teams to ensure high-quality product delivery.
ApparelConsumer GoodsFashionHealth CareRetail
Responsibilities
Lead design for Outerwear (technical rainwear, insulation, fleece) and FIGS PRO (tailored wovens, sweater knits, lab coats, polished ready-to-wear pieces), delivering refined, modern, style-forward collections grounded in HCP needs
Bring the FIGS Pro ethos to life, designing fashion-led, timeless yet trend-aware capsule pieces that integrate effortlessly with the broader FIGS wardrobe
Partner with the VP of Concept & Design to shape seasonal concepts, narratives, and professional-wear strategy
Research trends, materials, tailoring innovations, and relevant RTW markets to identify whitespace and elevate FIGS Pro’s aesthetic and functional direction
Ideate and execute elevated on-garment branding, including trims, hardware, labels, and subtle identifiers that reinforce sophistication
Create premium design packages - technical sketches, construction details, and spec documentation - with clarity and precision
Collaborate with Merchandising, Raw Materials, Product Development, and to drive concept-to-creation consistency and storytelling impact
Lead fittings for both categories and provide thoughtful, solution-oriented feedback to ensure exceptional fit, comfort, and quality
Contribute to color, material, and trim direction in partnership with Raw Materials to meet quality, cost, and calendar goals
Manage design calendars, milestones, and handoffs to keep multiple projects on track and aligned
Mentor and inspire junior designers, fostering creativity, curiosity, and collaboration across the team
Partner with cross-category design teams to ensure a cohesive, elevated brand experience across all apparel lines
Qualification
Required
8+ years of experience in apparel design, including at least 2 years leading or mentoring junior designers
Proven expertise in outerwear, tailored wovens, sweater knits, and premium lifestyle or RTW categories
Ability to design style-forward, polished, modern pieces that meet professional standards while supporting comfort and functional movement
Strong command of silhouette, proportion, construction, and fit with hands-on understanding of pattern making and technical detailing
Exceptional talent for concept development, color, and material innovation with a sharp, modern aesthetic
Demonstrated ability to drive full-cycle design — from initial sketch and prototyping through final production
Confident visual communicator with excellent sketching, illustration, and presentation skills
Strong understanding of consumer and market trends across RTW, workwear, and professional lifestyle spaces
Passion for customer-centric design and a deep respect for the healthcare professional community
Highly organized, solutions-oriented, and comfortable thriving in a fast-paced, growth-driven environment
Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite; experience with 3D and AI-assisted platforms a plus
Familiarity with PLM systems and cross-functional design workflows
Strong leadership presence paired with a collaborative, team-first, and optimistic mindset
Entrepreneurial spirit, egoless nature, and 100% awesome attitude
High level of integrity, initiative, and follow-through
Strong presentation and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
Passion for design that makes a difference and elevates the lives of healthcare professionals
Benefits
Equity: Eligible FIGS employees have the opportunity to own shares of FIGS stock through our new-hire equity program.
Additionally, FIGS provides a discount when purchasing FIGS stock voluntarily through our FIGS Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Annual bonus: This position is eligible to participate in the FIGS annual bonus program
Comprehensive benefits and perks package focused on your well-being, including premium medical, dental and vision coverage, and full access to wellness services through Breethe and Classpass.
100% FIGS-sponsored life insurance and disability insurance
Amazing 401(k) program, with a company match up to the first 6% of your contribution
Generous paid time off - We have 12 company holidays.
For salaried team members, we offer flexible vacation.
For our hourly team members, we offer up to 3 weeks of accrued vacation
Meaningful time away for baby bonding, including parental leave, new parent care meals, and a transition back to work for primary caregivers
FIGS sponsored Uber Eats voucher for in-office weeks
Personalized discount code for 50% off all FIGS products, along with a separate code to share with family and friends to enjoy a 25% discount site-wide
Access to FIGS Vet, Discounted Pet Daycare, Discounted Pet Insurance, and so much more…
Benefits eligibility is determined by hour requirements and length of service
Company
FIGS
FIGS is a health care apparel company focusing on the design, technical fabrications, and the comfort of scrubs for healthcare providers.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$75MKey Investors
STORY3 Capital PartnersTulcoCampfire Capital
2021-06-11Post Ipo Equity
2021-06-11Post Ipo Debt
2021-05-27IPO
Leadership Team
Trina Spear
Co-Founder & CEO
Heather Hasson
Co-Founder/ Executive Chairman
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