Support design projects from concept to documentation by producing detailed drawings, collaborating with team members, and conducting site research. Utilize CAD software to create organized plans and compelling visualizations for diverse outdoor...

Title: Soft Goods Designer Location San Francisco Employment Type Full time Location Type Hybrid Department Hardware ABOUT US: Skip is on a mission to make life joyful through powered movement. Movement is a powerful way to build physical, mental and social health. Yet it is elusive for 2 billion people due to age, injury, or disability. We are building products that will restore mobility for millions and enable a new frontier of joyful movement experiences. We want to build a future where a grandparent can easily outrun their grandkids and no one is left behind at the trailhead. Skip is a 22-person early-stage start-up that spun out of Google X in 2023. With deep cross-disciplinary expertise and key partnerships (e.g. with Arc’teryx) we are uniquely positioned to launch the first commercially successful wearable robotic device, the MO/GO, develop a platform to launch future Movewear products and transform millions of lives in the coming years. THE ROLE: We are seeking a highly motivated and adaptable soft goods designer who is excited to solve problems that have never existed before — because the product category hasn't existed before. You will own the design and development of the garments that integrate with the MO/GO, starting with a technical pant built to work with our wearable robotic device. This isn't a fashion brief. It's a functional systems design challenge: the garment is part of the product. You'll work hand-in-hand with our mechanical and human factors engineers to make sure fabric, fit, and device work as one. Some of the specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Lead the design and technical development of the MO/GO integration pant from concept through production — pattern making, material selection, fit iteration, and factory handoff - Define the functional requirements of the garment in close collaboration with our mechanical, firmware, and human factors teams — attachment points, range of motion, load paths, and sensor placement all live in your brief - Select and qualify technical fabrics and materials for performance bottoms: stretch wovens, knits, softshells, and any novel material that earns its place on the body - Build and iterate physical prototypes rapidly; run fit sessions with internal wearers and external test users and translate feedback into pattern and material updates - Own the Bill of Materials, tech packs, and construction specs to a standard that factories can execute reliably at scale - Establish and manage relationships with fabric mills, trims suppliers, and cut-and-sew factories; understand lead times, MOQs, and what it takes to actually get something made - Contribute to the long-term Movewear soft goods platform — define the design language, material standards, and construction principles that future products will build on - Collaborate with our Arc'teryx partners and bring that standard of craft and technical rigour to everything you make - Wear prototypes on hikes, in the gym, and around the office — your body is a test rig Basic Qualifications - 8+ years' experience in soft goods design and development, with a focus on technical bottoms - 5+ years at an outdoor, performance, or technical apparel company — you know what makes a pant work in the field - Expert-level knowledge of technical fabrics for lower body: stretch wovens, softshells, knits, and the trims and hardware that go with them - Strong pattern making and garment construction fundamentals — you can read and mark up a pattern, not just a mood board - Experience writing tech packs and managing factory relationships through production - Ability to relocate to work at the Skip Bay Area office - Sense of humour, tolerant of Aussie & Canadian spelling Bonus Points - Experience designing garments that integrate with hardware, bracing, or orthotic devices - Familiarity with human factors, ergonomics, or biomechanics as they apply to garment design - Experience with medical or assistive device adjacent apparel (compression, prosthetics interface, exosuit softgoods) - Experience in start-up or early-stage product environments - Personal motivation to improve human movement - Taylor Swift fan. Good taste in background music :) This is a full time hybrid position working at the Skip office in the Dogpatch neighborhood of San Francisco. Skip is an equal opportunity employer. Our hiring decisions are based on need and competence to satisfy said need. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected status. Any and all offers of employment extended by Skip are conditional on candidates’ ability to provide satisfactory proof of eligibility to maintain full-time employment in the United States.

• Create in-game music in various genres for online games • Design sound effects and musical parts for animations and game events • Prepare game packages in a variety of sound formats • Edit and mix sound for promo videos

Role Description As a 3D Illustration Designer, you will be responsible for the end-to-end creation of compelling visual illustrations, effectively bridging the gap between design intent and production readiness. Leveraging advanced 3D software, you will envision, develop, and implement diverse 3D elements ranging from stylized illustrative designs to high-fidelity presentation visuals. A key aspect of this role involves establishing and optimizing scalable pipelines for efficient asset generation and workflow, including the thoughtful integration of AI tools to build repeatable, structured design workflows. You will contribute to the documentation of visual guidelines for broader team adoption and collaborate closely with Product Designers, Design Directors, and Software Engineers to support leadership reviews and deliver production-ready assets. What you'll do... - 3D Illustration Development & Production - Envision, develop, and create high-quality 3D elements and illustrations from initial concept through final implementation. - Produce advanced storytelling and production-intent visualizations for leadership presentations. - Create dynamic animations and visual assets that effectively reinforce design intent for various presentation needs. - Pipeline Development & Optimization - Design and implement efficient 3D asset generation pipelines and rigging systems to streamline production. - Establish and maintain a robust post-production pipeline, utilizing tools like Adobe After Effects for animation generation and refinement. - Set up and manage Unreal Engine pipelines to support design-intent vehicle visualization and scenario-driven animations. - Develop quick templates for seamless integration of digital screen content into design software (e.g., Figma, Adobe Creative Suite). - Asset Management & Visual Guidelines - Create and maintain a comprehensive asset library utilizing tools shared across the design organization. - Collaborate with Lead Designers to establish, document, and disseminate visual guidelines and patterns for consistent 3D visualization across projects. - Provide clear documentation and principles for asset usage and efficient export to software development teams. - Cross-Functional Collaboration & Support - Work closely with Product Designers, Design Directors, and Software Engineers to ensure seamless integration of 3D illustrations. - Provide visualization support for leadership collateral and presentations, including rapid pipeline setup for urgent requests. - Leverage traditional 2D design tools for post-production touch-ups and overall refinement of 3D illustrations. - Maintain a continuous connection with the Vehicle Design Studio to integrate the latest 3D data, particularly from platforms like Autodesk VRED. Qualifications - Bachelor’s Degree, or educational/experience equivalent in Entertainment Arts, Game Design, 2D/3D Animation, etc. - 3+ Years working in Maya is required. - 3+ Years working in Unreal is required. - 3+ Years working in Adobe Suite is required. - Has a scalable approach to solving large, complex design challenges. - Able to precisely articulate design rationale and present to stakeholders. - Excellence in visual design. - Deliver uncompromised design fidelity while also striving for production efficiency. - Excellent presentation and documentation skills. - Able to replicate 2D illustrations in 3D. - Able to create illustrative designs both in 3D and 2D graphically. - Portfolio of work is required. Even better you'll have... - Experience with Real time execution of designs. - Experience in 3D modeling, unwrapping, and animation in Maya. - Experience with Figma, Protopie, Rive. - Demonstrated ability to identify and implement structured, repeatable AI methodologies that enhance pipeline efficiency and team throughput. - Experience with VRED. - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. - Previous automotive experience. Benefits - Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage. - Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more. - Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more. - Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases. - Tuition assistance. - Established and active employee resource groups. - Paid time off for individual and team community service. - A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day. - Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.