About Ruggable:

Ruggable is a leading direct-to-consumer e-commerce brand based in Los Angeles, California with an extraordinary track record of high, profitable growth. We pride ourselves on having an extremely loyal customer base and a talented team made up of genuinely caring people who take action and deliver results. We are venture-backed and own a patented washable rug design that's disrupting the home décor industry. Our mission is to empower our customers to live vibrantly with beautiful products that don't compromise on function. If you're passionate about consumer products, e-commerce, and high-growth start-ups, keep reading!

Job Summary:

Ruggable is seeking a highly creative, detail-driven Textile Designer to join our Textile Design Team. This role requires a strong design point of view, technical precision, and the ability to translate inspiration into thoughtfully executed, production-ready rug designs.

The ideal candidate brings a balance of creativity and rigor—demonstrating refined taste, strong drawing and composition skills, and a deep understanding of textile construction and engineered pattern design. You are highly organized, fluent in Adobe Photoshop, and motivated to contribute to a fast-paced, collaborative environment focused on delivering best-in-class products.

What You’ll Do:

Develop original textile and rug designs that reflect a strong point of view while aligning with the Ruggable brand aesthetic
Translate trend, vintage, and cultural references into ownable, production-ready designs
Own design development from concept through final file delivery, incorporating feedback and refining work through multiple iterations
Create technically precise, well-organized files that meet production specifications, including engineered layouts and repeat systems
Partner closely with design leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on creative direction, timelines, and product goals
Contribute to a high standard of creative rigor through thoughtful critique, attention to detail, and continuous refinement
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing effectively to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

What You’ll Need to Have:

Required:

Degree in Textile Design (or related field) with 3–5 years of relevant experience
Strong portfolio demonstrating original textile designs, with a clear point of view and understanding of pattern, color, and composition
Experience designing for textiles or rugs, including knowledge of engineered patterns and production considerations
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Photoshop; working knowledge of Illustrator
Exceptional technical skills, including file organization, color accuracy, and preparation of production-ready artwork
Strong ability to interpret creative direction, apply feedback, and iterate quickly
Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to own projects end-to-end
Clear, professional communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Preferred:

Experience or strong interest in home textiles, interior design, or rug/carpet design
Portfolio that includes traditional, Persian, vintage-inspired, or ornamental design work
Familiarity with textile-specific tools or workflows (e.g., Texcelle, NedGraphics)
Sensitivity to color, materiality, and how designs translate from screen to physical product
Experience with project management and other design programs (Airtable, Figma, etc.)

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume, portfolio including examples of production-ready textile designs and size-scaled work, and a brief note about why you would be a great fit for this role.

Contract Details:

$35/hr
Hybrid 3 days a week in Torrance, CA
35 hrs/week for 6 months with possible extension

At Ruggable, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. Ruggable is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We proudly recruit and hire a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.

To all recruitment agencies: Ruggable does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Ruggable employees or any other company destination. Ruggable is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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