Join to apply for the Principal Machine Learning Engineer role at Gap Inc. About Gap Inc. Our brands bridge the gaps we see in the world. Old Navy democratizes style to ensure everyone has access to quality fashion at every price point. Athleta unleashes the potential of every woman, regardless of body size, age or ethnicity. Banana Republic believes in sustainable luxury for all. And Gap inspires the world to bring individuality to modern, responsibly made essentials. About The Role In this role, you are responsible for the design, development, programming methods, processes and systems to consolidate and analyze unstructured, diverse "big data" sources to generate actionable insights and solutions for businesses across the company. You will support the team in building data and analytics capabilities to enhance the analytical platform, partnering with Global Technology Solutions, Product, and business teams to advance retail forecasting across the organization. What You'll Do Design, develop, and deploy enterprise planning, or decision-support systems, forecasting in retail, consumer, marketplace, or supply-chain domains that support multi-horizon planning and scenario evaluation. Expertise in Time series forecasting: hierarchical/aggregated forecasting, reconciliation concepts, seasonality, and multi-horizon evaluation. Develop software programs, algorithms and automated processes that cleanse, integrate and evaluate large data sets from multiple disparate sources. Manipulate large amounts of data across a diverse set of subject areas, collaborating with other data scientists and data engineers to prepare data pipelines for various modeling protocols. Build, validate, and maintain AI (Machine Learning (ML) /Deep learning) models, diagnose and optimize performance and develop statistical models and analysis for ad hoc business focused analysis. Create measurement strategies for accuracy, bias, stability, and business outcomes; run back tests and controlled experiments where feasible. Advanced proficiency in Python, Spark, and common scripting languages for E2E pipeline. Advanced proficiency using SQL for efficient manipulation of large datasets in on prem and cloud distributed computing environments, such as Azure, GCP environments. Communicate meaningful, actionable insights from large data and metadata sources to stakeholders. Collaborate with others in key initiatives and their implementation. Responsible for planning, budget and end results; set policies and strategic direction for area/team. Who You Are Experience with ML and classical predictive techniques such as logistic regression, decision trees, non linear regressions, ANN/CNN, boosted trees, SVM, Tensorflow, visualization packages, and a track record for creating business impact with these methods. Experience in econometric demand modeling and prescriptive analytics, including elasticity, promo lift, Bayesian methods, and optimization-based decision modeling. Ability to work both at a detailed level as well as to summarize findings and extrapolate knowledge to make strong recommendations for change. Ability to collaborate with cross functional teams and influence product and analytics roadmap, with a demonstrated proficiency in relationship building. Evaluate sometimes complex situations using multiple sources of information (internal and external sources). Able to filter, prioritize, analyze, and validate potentially complex, in depth understanding of concepts and procedures within own subject area and understanding of procedures and concepts in other areas. Benefits at Gap Inc. Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees. One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry. Employees can take up to five "on the clock" hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice. Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee's base pay. Employee stock purchase plan. Medical, dental, vision and life insurance. See more of the benefits we offer. For eligible employees. Gap Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity. Salary Range: $209,700 - $272,600 USD Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements. Seniority Level Mid Senior level Employment Type Full time Job Function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Retail
04/02/2026
Full time
Join to apply for the Principal Machine Learning Engineer role at Gap Inc. About Gap Inc. Our brands bridge the gaps we see in the world. Old Navy democratizes style to ensure everyone has access to quality fashion at every price point. Athleta unleashes the potential of every woman, regardless of body size, age or ethnicity. Banana Republic believes in sustainable luxury for all. And Gap inspires the world to bring individuality to modern, responsibly made essentials. About The Role In this role, you are responsible for the design, development, programming methods, processes and systems to consolidate and analyze unstructured, diverse "big data" sources to generate actionable insights and solutions for businesses across the company. You will support the team in building data and analytics capabilities to enhance the analytical platform, partnering with Global Technology Solutions, Product, and business teams to advance retail forecasting across the organization. What You'll Do Design, develop, and deploy enterprise planning, or decision-support systems, forecasting in retail, consumer, marketplace, or supply-chain domains that support multi-horizon planning and scenario evaluation. Expertise in Time series forecasting: hierarchical/aggregated forecasting, reconciliation concepts, seasonality, and multi-horizon evaluation. Develop software programs, algorithms and automated processes that cleanse, integrate and evaluate large data sets from multiple disparate sources. Manipulate large amounts of data across a diverse set of subject areas, collaborating with other data scientists and data engineers to prepare data pipelines for various modeling protocols. Build, validate, and maintain AI (Machine Learning (ML) /Deep learning) models, diagnose and optimize performance and develop statistical models and analysis for ad hoc business focused analysis. Create measurement strategies for accuracy, bias, stability, and business outcomes; run back tests and controlled experiments where feasible. Advanced proficiency in Python, Spark, and common scripting languages for E2E pipeline. Advanced proficiency using SQL for efficient manipulation of large datasets in on prem and cloud distributed computing environments, such as Azure, GCP environments. Communicate meaningful, actionable insights from large data and metadata sources to stakeholders. Collaborate with others in key initiatives and their implementation. Responsible for planning, budget and end results; set policies and strategic direction for area/team. Who You Are Experience with ML and classical predictive techniques such as logistic regression, decision trees, non linear regressions, ANN/CNN, boosted trees, SVM, Tensorflow, visualization packages, and a track record for creating business impact with these methods. Experience in econometric demand modeling and prescriptive analytics, including elasticity, promo lift, Bayesian methods, and optimization-based decision modeling. Ability to work both at a detailed level as well as to summarize findings and extrapolate knowledge to make strong recommendations for change. Ability to collaborate with cross functional teams and influence product and analytics roadmap, with a demonstrated proficiency in relationship building. Evaluate sometimes complex situations using multiple sources of information (internal and external sources). Able to filter, prioritize, analyze, and validate potentially complex, in depth understanding of concepts and procedures within own subject area and understanding of procedures and concepts in other areas. Benefits at Gap Inc. Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees. One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry. Employees can take up to five "on the clock" hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice. Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee's base pay. Employee stock purchase plan. Medical, dental, vision and life insurance. See more of the benefits we offer. For eligible employees. Gap Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity. Salary Range: $209,700 - $272,600 USD Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements. Seniority Level Mid Senior level Employment Type Full time Job Function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Retail
A global retail leader is seeking a Principal Data Scientist to drive advanced analytics solutions in the Product-to-Market space. This role involves leading optimization initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in operations research, machine learning, and have a solid track record of creating impactful analytical solutions. Competitive salary, benefits including merchandise discounts and PTO. Join a diverse team committed to equality and inclusiveness.
04/02/2026
Full time
A global retail leader is seeking a Principal Data Scientist to drive advanced analytics solutions in the Product-to-Market space. This role involves leading optimization initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in operations research, machine learning, and have a solid track record of creating impactful analytical solutions. Competitive salary, benefits including merchandise discounts and PTO. Join a diverse team committed to equality and inclusiveness.
Principal Data Scientist : Product to Market (P2M) Optimization Join to apply for the Principal Data Scientist : Product to Market (P2M) Optimization role at Gap Inc. About Gap Inc. Our brands bridge the gaps we see in the world. Old Navy democratizes style to ensure everyone has access to quality fashion at every price point. Athleta unleashes the potential of every woman, regardless of body size, age or ethnicity. Banana Republic believes in sustainable luxury for all. And Gap inspires the world to bring individuality to modern, responsibly made essentials. This simple idea-that we all deserve to belong, and on our own terms-is core to who we are as a company and how we make decisions. Our team is made up of thousands of people across the globe who take risks, think big, and do good for our customers, communities, and the planet. Ready to learn fast, create with audacity and lead boldly? Join our team. About The Role Gap Inc. is seeking a Principal Data Scientist with deep expertise in operations research and machine learning to lead the design and deployment of advanced analytics solutions across the Product-to-Market (P2M) space. This role focuses on driving enterprise-scale impact through optimization and data science initiatives spanning pricing, inventory, and assortment optimization. The Principal Data Scientist serves as a senior technical and strategic thought partner, defining solution architectures, influencing product and business decisions, and ensuring that analytical solutions are both technically rigorous and operationally viable. The ideal candidate can lead end-to-end solutioning independently, manage ambiguity and complex stakeholder dynamics, and communicate technical and business risk effectively across teams and leadership levels. What You'll Do Lead the framing, design, and delivery of advanced optimization and machine learning solutions for high-impact retail supply chain challenges. Partner with product, engineering, and business leaders to define analytics roadmaps, influence strategic priorities, and align technical investments with business goals. Provide technical leadership to other data scientists through mentorship, design reviews, and shared best practices in solution design and production deployment. Evaluate and communicate solution risks proactively, grounding recommendations in realistic assessments of data, system readiness, and operational feasibility. Evaluate, quantify, and communicate the business impact of deployed solutions using statistical and causal inference methods, ensuring benefit realization is measured rigorously and credibly. Serve as a trusted advisor by effectively managing stakeholder expectations, influencing decision-making, and translating analytical outcomes into actionable business insights. Drive cross-functional collaboration by working closely with engineering, product management, and business partners to ensure model deployment and adoption success. Quantify business benefits from deployed solutions using rigorous statistical and causal inference methods, ensuring that model outcomes translate into measurable value. Design and implement robust, scalable solutions using Python, SQL, and PySpark on enterprise data platforms such as Databricks and GCP. Contribute to the development of enterprise standards for reproducible research, model governance, and analytics quality. Who You Are Master's or Ph.D. in Operations Research, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related quantitative discipline. 10+ years of experience developing, deploying, and scaling optimization and data science solutions in retail, supply chain, or similar complex domains. Proven track record of delivering production-grade analytical solutions that have influenced business strategy and delivered measurable outcomes. Strong expertise in operations research methods, including linear, nonlinear, and mixed-integer programming, stochastic modeling, and simulation. Deep technical proficiency in Python, SQL, and PySpark, with experience in optimization and ML libraries such as Pyomo, Gurobi, OR-Tools, scikit-learn, and MLlib. Hands on experience with enterprise platforms such as Databricks and cloud environments. Demonstrated ability to assess, communicate, and mitigate risk across analytical, technical, and business dimensions. Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with a proven ability to convey complex analytical concepts to technical and non technical audiences. Strong collaboration and influence skills, with experience leading cross functional teams in matrixed organizations. Experience managing code quality, CI/CD pipelines, and GitHub-based workflows. Preferred Qualifications Experience shaping and executing multi year analytics strategies in retail or supply chain domains. Proven ability to balance long-term innovation with short-term deliverables. Background in agile product development and stakeholder alignment for enterprise-scale initiatives. Benefits at Gap Inc. Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees. One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry. Employees can take up to five "on the clock" hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice. Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee's base pay. Employee stock purchase plan. Medical, dental, vision and life insurance. See more of the benefits we offer. Gap Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity. Salary Range $201,700 - $267,300 USD Seniority level Mid Senior level Employment type Full time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Retail
04/02/2026
Full time
Principal Data Scientist : Product to Market (P2M) Optimization Join to apply for the Principal Data Scientist : Product to Market (P2M) Optimization role at Gap Inc. About Gap Inc. Our brands bridge the gaps we see in the world. Old Navy democratizes style to ensure everyone has access to quality fashion at every price point. Athleta unleashes the potential of every woman, regardless of body size, age or ethnicity. Banana Republic believes in sustainable luxury for all. And Gap inspires the world to bring individuality to modern, responsibly made essentials. This simple idea-that we all deserve to belong, and on our own terms-is core to who we are as a company and how we make decisions. Our team is made up of thousands of people across the globe who take risks, think big, and do good for our customers, communities, and the planet. Ready to learn fast, create with audacity and lead boldly? Join our team. About The Role Gap Inc. is seeking a Principal Data Scientist with deep expertise in operations research and machine learning to lead the design and deployment of advanced analytics solutions across the Product-to-Market (P2M) space. This role focuses on driving enterprise-scale impact through optimization and data science initiatives spanning pricing, inventory, and assortment optimization. The Principal Data Scientist serves as a senior technical and strategic thought partner, defining solution architectures, influencing product and business decisions, and ensuring that analytical solutions are both technically rigorous and operationally viable. The ideal candidate can lead end-to-end solutioning independently, manage ambiguity and complex stakeholder dynamics, and communicate technical and business risk effectively across teams and leadership levels. What You'll Do Lead the framing, design, and delivery of advanced optimization and machine learning solutions for high-impact retail supply chain challenges. Partner with product, engineering, and business leaders to define analytics roadmaps, influence strategic priorities, and align technical investments with business goals. Provide technical leadership to other data scientists through mentorship, design reviews, and shared best practices in solution design and production deployment. Evaluate and communicate solution risks proactively, grounding recommendations in realistic assessments of data, system readiness, and operational feasibility. Evaluate, quantify, and communicate the business impact of deployed solutions using statistical and causal inference methods, ensuring benefit realization is measured rigorously and credibly. Serve as a trusted advisor by effectively managing stakeholder expectations, influencing decision-making, and translating analytical outcomes into actionable business insights. Drive cross-functional collaboration by working closely with engineering, product management, and business partners to ensure model deployment and adoption success. Quantify business benefits from deployed solutions using rigorous statistical and causal inference methods, ensuring that model outcomes translate into measurable value. Design and implement robust, scalable solutions using Python, SQL, and PySpark on enterprise data platforms such as Databricks and GCP. Contribute to the development of enterprise standards for reproducible research, model governance, and analytics quality. Who You Are Master's or Ph.D. in Operations Research, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related quantitative discipline. 10+ years of experience developing, deploying, and scaling optimization and data science solutions in retail, supply chain, or similar complex domains. Proven track record of delivering production-grade analytical solutions that have influenced business strategy and delivered measurable outcomes. Strong expertise in operations research methods, including linear, nonlinear, and mixed-integer programming, stochastic modeling, and simulation. Deep technical proficiency in Python, SQL, and PySpark, with experience in optimization and ML libraries such as Pyomo, Gurobi, OR-Tools, scikit-learn, and MLlib. Hands on experience with enterprise platforms such as Databricks and cloud environments. Demonstrated ability to assess, communicate, and mitigate risk across analytical, technical, and business dimensions. Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with a proven ability to convey complex analytical concepts to technical and non technical audiences. Strong collaboration and influence skills, with experience leading cross functional teams in matrixed organizations. Experience managing code quality, CI/CD pipelines, and GitHub-based workflows. Preferred Qualifications Experience shaping and executing multi year analytics strategies in retail or supply chain domains. Proven ability to balance long-term innovation with short-term deliverables. Background in agile product development and stakeholder alignment for enterprise-scale initiatives. Benefits at Gap Inc. Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees. One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry. Employees can take up to five "on the clock" hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice. Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee's base pay. Employee stock purchase plan. Medical, dental, vision and life insurance. See more of the benefits we offer. Gap Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity. Salary Range $201,700 - $267,300 USD Seniority level Mid Senior level Employment type Full time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Retail
Join to apply for the Manager, BR Design Ops and DPC role at Gap Inc. 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants. About Gap Inc. Our brands bridge the gaps we see in the world. Old Navy democratizes style to ensure everyone has access to quality fashion at every price point. Athleta unleashes the potential of every woman, regardless of body size, age or ethnicity. Banana Republic believes in sustainable luxury for all. And Gap inspires the world to bring individuality to modern, responsibly made essentials. This simple idea-that we all deserve to belong, and on our own terms-is core to who we are as a company and how we make decisions. Our team is made up of thousands of people across the globe who take risks, think big, and do good for our customers, communities, and the planet. Ready to learn fast, create with audacity and lead boldly? Join our team. About The Role A strategic and operational leader within Banana Republic and BR Factory's Product Operations & Digital Product Creation (DPC) team, driving efficiency, alignment, and innovation across Global Design and cross functional partners. This role integrates digital product creation into the design process by optimizing workflows, resources, and collaboration while championing emerging technologies such as 3D and AI. Additionally, this role will support the design teams on DPC implementation and upskilling. The ideal candidate combines strong design and technical expertise (proficiency with 3D apparel software - CLO strongly preferred - and AI assisted design workflows) with a passion for digital innovation to enable creative teams and elevate the end to end product development process. This role should also have a solid understanding of design sketching, garment construction, fabrics, and materials. Prior experience as an apparel designer is preferred. What You'll Do Design Operations Strategic Partnership: Serve as a key thought partner to BR / BRFS Design leadership, shaping departmental priorities, establishing best practices, and implementing strategies that enhance creative productivity and cross functional efficiency. Operational Excellence: Lead Design calendar management and milestone planning, ensuring clarity, alignment, and adherence to P2M deadlines across the Design organization. Identify process gaps and implement solutions to drive continuous improvement. Support preparation and logistics for Design led milestone meetings ensuring seamless coordination & alignment of expectations across teams. Team Leadership & Communication: Foster collaboration within the Design team through effective communication and well structured team meetings. Act as the central hub for Design related information, ensuring timely updates on processes, deliverables, and expectations. Collaboration: Partner with the broader BR / BRFS Product Operations team, and the relevant cross functional Leaders, to troubleshoot and streamline seasonal pipeline processes, optimize deliverables, and remove operational barriers for Design. Process Development & Governance: Maintain and enhance tools, workflows, and organizational systems that support the Design development process, inclusive of digital workflows and recommended efficiencies. Champion process consistency and transparency across all divisions. Identify new ways of working to improve the P2M calendar. Project Leadership: Drive cross divisional Design initiatives, ensuring key product and strategic updates are shared and executed across teams. Strategic Change Agent: Serve as a catalyst for continuous improvement and transformational ways of working, promoting innovation in Design operations and alignment with BR / BRFS's long range goals. Design Digital Product Creation Lead Support development of CLO, CLO SET, and AI workflows and training for Design; identify opportunities for improvement and upskilling. Contribute to a strong 3D and AI onboarding experience to drive adoption and skill development across Design. Support change management strategies and communication for the overall DPC program with Design. Lead or co lead proofs of concept (POCs) to explore new processes and system enhancements. Create digital assets, troubleshoot issues, and provide technical support for Design during seasonal deliverables. Collaborate with Design partners to define and articulate DPC strategy in alignment with business objectives. Support vendor relationship management, digital quality standards, and process improvements in partnership with the GIS DPC team. Participate in cross brand, internal team, and third party solution meetings, inclusive of DPC initiatives. Test beta releases and system upgrades for DPC and AI tools to ensure functionality and usability for Design. Who You Are 4+ years of Apparel Design experience - understands critical product to market development cycles, timelines, and dependencies to create, develop and deliver product to customer. Prior experience as an apparel designer in a medium to large company preferred. Proficiency with CLO or Browzwear; CLO strongly preferred. Experience with AI assisted design workflows. Experience creating and delivering training for systems, platforms, or processes (preferably a 3D system) preferred. Ability to work cross functionally with diverse teams. Strong influencing skills and stakeholder management. Excellent presentation and storytelling skills. Highly organized, with proven project management and documentation experience. Eagerness to learn new technologies and drive innovation in ways of working. Demonstrated agility in managing multiple projects in ambiguous environments, with the ability to reprioritize as needed. Strong problem solving skills and a solution oriented mindset. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to assess complex situations, analyze data, exercise sound judgment, and recommend solutions. Benefits at Gap Inc. Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees. One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry. Employees can take up to five "on the clock" hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice. Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee's base pay. Employee stock purchase plan. Medical, dental, vision and life insurance. See more of the benefits we offer. For eligible employees Salary Range $108,500 - $141,000 USD. Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer Gap Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.
04/02/2026
Full time
Join to apply for the Manager, BR Design Ops and DPC role at Gap Inc. 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants. About Gap Inc. Our brands bridge the gaps we see in the world. Old Navy democratizes style to ensure everyone has access to quality fashion at every price point. Athleta unleashes the potential of every woman, regardless of body size, age or ethnicity. Banana Republic believes in sustainable luxury for all. And Gap inspires the world to bring individuality to modern, responsibly made essentials. This simple idea-that we all deserve to belong, and on our own terms-is core to who we are as a company and how we make decisions. Our team is made up of thousands of people across the globe who take risks, think big, and do good for our customers, communities, and the planet. Ready to learn fast, create with audacity and lead boldly? Join our team. About The Role A strategic and operational leader within Banana Republic and BR Factory's Product Operations & Digital Product Creation (DPC) team, driving efficiency, alignment, and innovation across Global Design and cross functional partners. This role integrates digital product creation into the design process by optimizing workflows, resources, and collaboration while championing emerging technologies such as 3D and AI. Additionally, this role will support the design teams on DPC implementation and upskilling. The ideal candidate combines strong design and technical expertise (proficiency with 3D apparel software - CLO strongly preferred - and AI assisted design workflows) with a passion for digital innovation to enable creative teams and elevate the end to end product development process. This role should also have a solid understanding of design sketching, garment construction, fabrics, and materials. Prior experience as an apparel designer is preferred. What You'll Do Design Operations Strategic Partnership: Serve as a key thought partner to BR / BRFS Design leadership, shaping departmental priorities, establishing best practices, and implementing strategies that enhance creative productivity and cross functional efficiency. Operational Excellence: Lead Design calendar management and milestone planning, ensuring clarity, alignment, and adherence to P2M deadlines across the Design organization. Identify process gaps and implement solutions to drive continuous improvement. Support preparation and logistics for Design led milestone meetings ensuring seamless coordination & alignment of expectations across teams. Team Leadership & Communication: Foster collaboration within the Design team through effective communication and well structured team meetings. Act as the central hub for Design related information, ensuring timely updates on processes, deliverables, and expectations. Collaboration: Partner with the broader BR / BRFS Product Operations team, and the relevant cross functional Leaders, to troubleshoot and streamline seasonal pipeline processes, optimize deliverables, and remove operational barriers for Design. Process Development & Governance: Maintain and enhance tools, workflows, and organizational systems that support the Design development process, inclusive of digital workflows and recommended efficiencies. Champion process consistency and transparency across all divisions. Identify new ways of working to improve the P2M calendar. Project Leadership: Drive cross divisional Design initiatives, ensuring key product and strategic updates are shared and executed across teams. Strategic Change Agent: Serve as a catalyst for continuous improvement and transformational ways of working, promoting innovation in Design operations and alignment with BR / BRFS's long range goals. Design Digital Product Creation Lead Support development of CLO, CLO SET, and AI workflows and training for Design; identify opportunities for improvement and upskilling. Contribute to a strong 3D and AI onboarding experience to drive adoption and skill development across Design. Support change management strategies and communication for the overall DPC program with Design. Lead or co lead proofs of concept (POCs) to explore new processes and system enhancements. Create digital assets, troubleshoot issues, and provide technical support for Design during seasonal deliverables. Collaborate with Design partners to define and articulate DPC strategy in alignment with business objectives. Support vendor relationship management, digital quality standards, and process improvements in partnership with the GIS DPC team. Participate in cross brand, internal team, and third party solution meetings, inclusive of DPC initiatives. Test beta releases and system upgrades for DPC and AI tools to ensure functionality and usability for Design. Who You Are 4+ years of Apparel Design experience - understands critical product to market development cycles, timelines, and dependencies to create, develop and deliver product to customer. Prior experience as an apparel designer in a medium to large company preferred. Proficiency with CLO or Browzwear; CLO strongly preferred. Experience with AI assisted design workflows. Experience creating and delivering training for systems, platforms, or processes (preferably a 3D system) preferred. Ability to work cross functionally with diverse teams. Strong influencing skills and stakeholder management. Excellent presentation and storytelling skills. Highly organized, with proven project management and documentation experience. Eagerness to learn new technologies and drive innovation in ways of working. Demonstrated agility in managing multiple projects in ambiguous environments, with the ability to reprioritize as needed. Strong problem solving skills and a solution oriented mindset. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to assess complex situations, analyze data, exercise sound judgment, and recommend solutions. Benefits at Gap Inc. Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees. One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry. Employees can take up to five "on the clock" hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice. Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee's base pay. Employee stock purchase plan. Medical, dental, vision and life insurance. See more of the benefits we offer. For eligible employees Salary Range $108,500 - $141,000 USD. Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer Gap Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.
A leading retail company is seeking a Mid-Senior level technical expert to lead the design of scalable mobile eCom app solutions in San Francisco. You will be responsible for improving business processes through innovative strategies and Agile practices. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership skills, problem-solving abilities, and extensive knowledge of technologies such as Java and Azure. This role offers competitive pay and a range of employee benefits, creating an inviting environment for professional growth.
04/02/2026
Full time
A leading retail company is seeking a Mid-Senior level technical expert to lead the design of scalable mobile eCom app solutions in San Francisco. You will be responsible for improving business processes through innovative strategies and Agile practices. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership skills, problem-solving abilities, and extensive knowledge of technologies such as Java and Azure. This role offers competitive pay and a range of employee benefits, creating an inviting environment for professional growth.