WHO WE ARE
KITS is Canada's largest direct-to-consumer digital eyecare platform, making eyecare accessible through a wide range of contact lenses, eyeglasses, and online vision tools. Headquartered in Vancouver, we manufacture locally and strive to provide exceptional experiences for customers, employees, partners, and the community, guided by values of innovation, collaboration, inclusion, integrity, and accountability. Despite our established presence, we maintain an entrepreneurial culture that values hard work, innovation, and strategic thinking, operating as a meritocracy focused on impactful work that drives growth and value for our customers.
THE POSITION
KITS creates high quality eyewear that bridges functionality, style, and consumer appeal. Embedded within the Design and Development Teams, the Junior Product Designer will play an important part in the creation of new collections of optical frames and accessories as well in the innovation and development of new product platforms and features. This role offers a unique opportunity for a creative designer to gain hands-on, end-to-end product design experience.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Research design, material technologies, eyewear trends, and consumer behaviour.
- Analyze feedback from customers, wear-testers, and market data.
- Create moodboards, sketch design proposals, and develop collection overviews.
- Collaborate with frame assembly experts to ensure product functionality and durability.
- Develop detailed design briefs and liaise with manufacturers for concept realisation.
- Generate technical drawings and specifications to support quality control processes.
- Prepare presentation decks to communicate design updates and direction effectively.
WHO YOU ARE
- Problem-solving mindset with a builder's approach.
- Exceptional attention to detail in both product and process for creating aesthetically pleasing and functional eyewear.
- Proficiency in sketching, conceptualization, and research skills.
- Strong command of design software, including Adobe Creative Suite, MIRO (3D tools are an asset).
- Ability to adhere to design guidelines and work collaboratively in a highly cross-functional environment.
- Demonstrated work experience in product design
- Degree or diploma in Product Design, Industrial Design, or related field.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Growth: We are a fast-paced company with numerous opportunities to learn, grow, and take on new challenges.
- Compensation: We offer competitive, industry-leading wages!
- ESPP Matching Program
- Employee Recognition: We offer a peer-nominated employee recognition program, weekly team socials, annual company-wide social events, team-building offsites, and so much more.
- Product Discount: Enjoy one free pair of KITS glasses every year and a 40% discount on food, beverages, and merchandise at our KITS Coffee & Eyecare location.
- Amenities: In-house gym, bike storage room, and shower/changing facilities.
- Employee Benefits: Employees are entitled, during the term of employment, to such vacation, medical, and other employee benefits as the Company may offer from time to time, subject to applicable eligibility requirements.
Salary range of $65,000-$75,000 CAD annually
To Apply: Please submit your resume with a short cover letter.
KITS is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. KITS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. If you require any accommodations during the interview or hiring process, please just let us know.