Color Developer
Quince
Pay: $140,000 – $160,000 per year
San Francisco, CAFull-time · On-site · SeniorListed until 8 December 2026From the official careers page · checked
The role
Develop color for Quince’s Apparel team alongside the Color Forecast Expert, from initial concept through bulk production. Ensure accurate, consistent color across textiles, testing, production and product imagery.
What you'll do
- Approve lab dips and assess color tolerances through visual and instrumental checks.
- Verify bulk dye lot consistency and resolve color issues with mills and factories.
- Review colorfastness tests, validate fabric opacity and recommend corrective actions.
- Work with Engineering to digitize color standards and improve color management workflows.
- Partner with Creative to align product imagery with approved colors.
- Coordinate color expectations and approvals with development, production and external partners.
What they're looking for
- 5+ years in color development, textile development or material R&D; women’s apparel experience preferred.
- Knowledge of dyeing, color tolerances and lab-to-bulk workflows, with hands-on lab dip approval experience.
- Familiarity with AATCC, ISO or similar color testing standards and reports.
- Strong organization, attention to detail and communication across creative teams, technical teams and vendors.
- Proficiency in MS Office and Google Suite; bachelor’s degree and digital color tool experience preferred.
Pay
$140,000 – $160,000 per year base pay, as published by the employer. Bonuses, equity and benefits, where offered, are confirmed by the employer.
This summary was written by Style Serum from the job posted on the Quince careers page, checked on 8 November 2026. Always read the full original posting before applying. View original posting