Research and Development Manager Job

— Lead, plan, and coordinate research and product development activities to advance SUSTAINSEW’s AR/VR-enabled sustainable fashion platform.
— Oversee the design of system architecture, prototype development, and integration of immersive technologies such as AR fitting simulations and virtual textile visualization.
— Ensure all R&D activities adhere to environmental technology standards, lifecycle sustainability principles, and circular economy models within the fashion sector.
— Supervise and mentor software developers, 3D designers, and data engineers, guiding cross-functional teams through agile sprints and technical evaluations.
— Conduct feasibility assessments, technology road-mapping, and performance reviews to align innovation priorities with company strategy.
— Collaborate with executive leadership, suppliers, and sustainability partners to identify funding opportunities, pilot programs, and product improvement initiatives.

— Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
— Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in software or R&D management, ideally within sustainable technology, AR/VR, or digital product innovation.
— Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, or Lean) and technology commercialization practices.
— Proven ability to lead cross-disciplinary teams, manage budgets, and deliver complex prototypes to market.
— Knowledge of eco-design principles, lifecycle analysis (LCA), and data-driven sustainability metrics is an asset.

SustainSew revolutionizes sustainable fashion with its digital platform, combining a custom clothing design tool, a sustainable apparel marketplace, fabric sourcing portal, and textile recycling network, all enhanced by AR/VR technology.