Prada Senior Product Developer – Performance Apparel
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- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Senior
- Compensation
- €60,000–90,000/year
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 19, 2026
About Prada
Prada is an emblem of Italian sophistication, intellectual design, and cultural modernity, with a heritage dating to 1913 in Milan. As an employer, the House offers professionals the opportunity to contribute to a globally admired luxury group where creativity, craftsmanship, and innovation are pursued with disciplined excellence. Prada values discerning talent across design, retail, operations, digital, and corporate functions, fostering an environment shaped by curiosity, precision, and respect for heritage. Employees are invited to participate in a dynamic international culture that balances artistic vision with commercial rigor, while advancing the brand’s enduring influence in fashion, leather goods, and contemporary luxury.
Prada Milan seeks Senior Product Developer for Linea Rossa performance apparel. Lead technical innovation, manage development lifecycle, €60–90K annually.
Role & Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Linea Rossa Apparel Design team to translate creative concepts into detailed technical specifications while ensuring product feasibility and manufacturing sustainability
- Manage the entire product development process from prototype launch through final validation, ensuring compliance with timelines, budgets, and quality standards
- Lead development of high-performance technical garments with focus on innovative performance materials (waterproof, breathable, thermal, stretch) and advanced construction techniques
- Liaise with pattern makers, suppliers, and manufacturing partners internationally to communicate technical specifications and manage product revisions
- Lead garment fitting sessions and prototype reviews, implementing technical improvements to optimize performance, fit, and comfort
- Ensure accurate creation and maintenance of technical data, Bills of Materials, material specifications, and product documentation within PLM systems
- Support introduction of new materials, finishes, and technological solutions in collaboration with Design and CMG teams
- Coordinate internal and external stakeholders throughout development stages, ensuring effective communication and structured project execution
- Collaborate with athletes and brand ambassadors in developing custom garments, translating technical feedback into high-performance solutions
- Work with testing laboratories and external partners to plan, execute, and analyze product testing activities, implementing corrective actions as required
- Ensure compliance with all technical, quality, regulatory, and performance requirements throughout the development process
- Organize and maintain archives of prototypes, samples, and technical documentation to support future collection development
Qualifications
- Degree in Fashion, Industrial Design, Product Design, or related field
- Approximately 10–15 years of experience in high-performance sportswear and technical apparel product development
- Strong proficiency in PLM systems and Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel)
- Fluent in English and Italian
- Excellent organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Proven track record developing and implementing innovative technical solutions in apparel
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex cross-functional development projects
Skills
Experience
Approximately 10–15 years of progressive experience in high-performance sportswear and technical apparel product development, with demonstrated expertise in managing complex development cycles, innovative material application, and cross-functional collaboration within luxury or premium athletic brands.
Education
Degree in Fashion, Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related technical or creative discipline.
Workplace
The role is situated in Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from EUR 60,000 to EUR 90,000 per annum.
Culture
Prada fosters a intellectually curious and forward-thinking workplace where heritage craftsmanship, contemporary design, and cultural dialogue intersect. As an employer, it encourages disciplined creativity, cross-functional collaboration, and a refined attention to detail, offering teams the opportunity to contribute to one of luxury fashion’s most influential maisons.
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