Senior Designer, Women's Knitwear & Seamless

who we are

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.

Requirements

Description & Requirements

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.

Core Responsibilities

We are looking for a Senior Designer, Knitwear & Seamless, where you'll leverage deep manufacturing expertise and global factory partnerships to create innovative knitwear and seamless product, unlocking new stitch structures, engineered knit solutions, seamless constructions, and yarn technologies across Lifestyle and Athletic categories.

Working across both Lifestyle and Athletic teams, you will support the design of knitwear and seamless product, bringing deep technical expertise, innovative thinking, and a strong design point of view. You will own key styles and categories from concept through design execution, creating elevated product that blends performance, comfort, versatility, and modern style.

This role requires extensive knowledge of knitwear and seamless construction, including yarns, stitch structures, engineered knit, and seamless technologies. You understand how knit innovation can enhance fit, movement, comfort, and aesthetic, and you are passionate about translating technical possibilities into product that resonates with our guests.

You will collaborate closely with Development, Technical Design, Materials, Merchandising, and Innovation teams, bringing clarity to design intent while helping shape the future of knitwear and seamless across the business.

• Create and evolve knitwear and seamless product across Lifestyle and Athletic categories, creating elevated product that balances innovation, functionality, and modern style.
• Leverage deep expertise in knit construction, yarn selection, stitch development, and seamless engineering to create innovative and differentiated product.
• Build strong relationships with manufacturing partners across Asia and Europe, partnering with factory teams to explore new knit structures, yarn innovations, seamless technologies, and construction opportunities.
• Design modern silhouettes that enhance movement, comfort, fit, and versatility.
• Translate creative concepts into sketches, CADs, stitch maps, and technical design packages that clearly communicate design intent.
• Partner closely with PD, TD, Merchandising, and innovation teams to ensure design intent is understood and executed to a high standard.
• Research and explore new knit structures, yarn technologies, and seamless innovations that elevate the assortment and guest experience.
• Contribute to seasonal concepts, colour stories, and design direction informed by movement, culture, and modern lifestyles.
• Champion craftsmanship, technical excellence, and innovation across all product.
• Mentor and support junior designers, fostering curiosity, collaboration, and technical growth.

Qualifications

• A highly skilled knitwear designer with deep technical expertise and a strong creative perspective.
• Experienced designing across both lifestyle and athletic product, with the ability to create versatile solutions for different guest needs.
• Passionate about knitwear and seamless innovation, with a strong understanding of how construction and materials influence fit, function, and aesthetics.
• Collaborative and confident working with cross-functional partners, communicating design intent with clarity and conviction.
• Curious, forward-thinking, and motivated by creating product that combines innovation with lasting relevance.

must haves

• Acknowledge the presence of choice in every moment and take personal responsibility for your life.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results.
• Communicate with honesty and kindness and create the space for others to do the same.
• Lead with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
• Foster connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• Integrate fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn’t take yourself too seriously.

Additional Notes

Immigration support is potentially available for this role.

Compensation And Benefits Package

lululemon’s compensation offerings are grounded in a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and teamperformance. Thetypical hiring range for this position is from $129,000-169,300 CAD annually; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards offering, permanent employees in this position may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.

At Lululemon, Investing In Our People Is a Top Priority. We Believe That When Life Works, Work Works. We Strive To Be The Place Where Inclusive Leaders Come To Develop And Enable All To Be Well. Recognizing Our Teams For Their Performance And Dedication, Other Components Of Our Total Rewards Offerings Include Support Of Career Development, Wellbeing, And Personal Growth

• Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans
• Paid time off
• Savings and retirement plan matching
• Generous employee discount
• Fitness & yoga classes
• Parenthood top-up
• Extensive catalog of development course offerings
• People networks, mentorship programs, and leadership series (to name a few)

Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

workplace arrangement

In-person collaboration and connection is important to our culture. Work is performed onsite, minimum 4 days per week.

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