Senior Product Developer - Contract to Hire

Why Bella+Canvas?

At BELLA+CANVAS, we’re not just making apparel - we’re defining a category. Our mission is to lead the fashion blanks industry and empower the creators who shape culture everywhere. We produce premium blank canvases for print partners and the communities they serve, so every idea can be worn, expressed, and amplified with confidence. With a legacy born from our headquarters in Los Angeles, we operate at the intersection of innovation and entrepreneurship.

We’re the brand behind the t-shirt movement and we believe our blanks are more than garments - they’re the blueprint for creativity. We move with an Olympian mindset - driven, resilient, and always pushing for better. “Be Different” isn’t just our motto; it’s the standard.

Why Bella+Canvas?

At BELLA+CANVAS, we’re not just making apparel - we’re defining a category. Our mission is to lead the fashion blanks industry and empower the creators who shape culture everywhere. We produce premium blank canvases for print partners and the communities they serve, so every idea can be worn, expressed, and amplified with confidence. With a legacy born from our headquarters in Los Angeles, we operate at the intersection of innovation and entrepreneurship.

We’re the brand behind the t-shirt movement and we believe our blanks are more than garments - they’re the blueprint for creativity. We move with an Olympian mindset - driven, resilient, and always pushing for better. “Be Different” isn’t just our motto; it’s the standard.

Overview

BELLA+CANVAS is looking for a Senior Product Developer with an exceptional eye for product, culture, and craftsmanship. This is not a traditional development role, we're seeking someone who lives and breathes premium essentials, understands what makes a product feel iconic, and knows how to bring elevated concepts to market without compromising quality, speed, or margin.

The ideal candidate combines a refined aesthetic with technical expertise in garment dye, premium washes, luxury fabrications, and modern product construction. They have an established network of domestic and global manufacturing partners, thrive in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment, and are obsessed with creating products consumers reach for every day.

If you're energized by innovation, inspired by culture, and passionate about building best-in-class apparel, we'd love to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Own the product development lifecycle from concept through production, ensuring exceptional quality, fit, construction, and execution.
• Drive innovation across garment dye, wash, and finishing techniques to create products with premium hand feel, authentic character, and elevated aesthetics.
• Source and develop world-class fabrics, trims, and sustainable materials aligned with the BELLA+CANVAS brand vision.
• Leverage a strong domestic and global supplier network to identify new capabilities, improve speed to market, and optimize cost without sacrificing quality.
• Partner cross-functionally with Design, Technical Design, Production, Merchandising, and Sourcing to bring product concepts to life.
• Build and manage strategic vendor relationships while negotiating pricing, MOQs, timelines, and development calendars.
• Stay ahead of emerging trends in textiles, wash innovation, sustainability, and manufacturing technologies, translating market insights into commercial product opportunities.
• Maintain an organized development library of fabrics, trims, washes, colors, and seasonal references.
• Champion continuous improvement in development processes, communication, and execution across teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Requirements

• 8+ years of apparel product development experience, preferably within premium basics, contemporary apparel, or elevated essentials.
• Deep expertise in garment dye techniques, pigment dye, enzyme washes, vintage treatments, specialty finishes, and premium laundering processes.
• Strong knowledge of luxury and performance fabrications, including cotton, fleece, sustainable blends, and next-generation textiles.
• Established relationships with domestic and international…