Job Title:
Assistant Technical Designer
Company: RUTI INC.
Location: Oakland, CA
Created: 2026-05-09
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Assistant Technical DesignerWorking at Ruti, Inc.RUTI, Inc. / is a rapidly expanding women's luxury brand with retail locations in some of the hottest shopping destinations on the west coast, a growing e-commerce store, and NYC brick and mortar. We utilize a mix of a state-of-the-art private label, local offline presence, advanced technology, and innovative marketing to facilitate rapid year-over-year growth.Are you passionate about style, design innovation, and customer insights? Do you dream of working for a fashion house that combines classic style sensibility with an edge? Then your place is with Ruti. We are a design-driven company that combines our creative expertise with a logical, strategic, customer-focused mindset to develop products that are both style-forward and practical.The RoleAs the assistant technical designer, you will work directly with the tech designer(s) and the senior designer to help bring product from concept to delivery. You will be exposed to various stages of the product life cycle and gain exposure to both creative and administrative functions.This position is on-site. At this time RUTI, Inc. is not open to relocation. All applicants should be based in the San Francisco Bay Area.Job ResponsibilitiesManage and keep track of all incoming packages for the tech design and product development teamSupport the technical design team in accurately measuring samples in preparation for fittingsSupport the technical design team in accurately measuring TOP'sTaking and uploading photo of garmentsPreparing fit comment filesData entryPrepare and ship domestic and international packagesCommunicate with factories as needed to request patterns, measurement specifications, and other materials related to tech design and product developmentCultivate relationships and effectively communicate with cross-functional partners including technical design, merchandising, planning, production, marketing, and inventoryJob RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalentCollege degree in fashion designDemonstrates a strong passion for the apparel industryDemonstrates a strong desire to deepen knowledge of apparel design and product developmentProficient in Google Suite programsProficient in Adobe IllustratorBasic knowledge of Adobe PhotoshopAbility to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentHighly detail orientedHighly organizedHighly efficient work styleStrong verbal and written communication skillsExceptional problem-solving skillsFlexible, driven, and resourcefulSelf-starter, highly motivated, and can accomplish tasks with limited directionPositive, helpfulPassion for the Ruti brandRuti, Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.