Fashion Designer (Graduate Program)

Location: Kuala Lumpur

Start Date: Immediate

Duration: 3-month initial contract, with potential conversion to full-time

Company Overview

Equitable Technologies is an MIT-founded medical technology startup headquartered in Boston, with a fast-growing product development hub in Kuala Lumpur. We're currently operating in stealth mode as we develop a breakthrough approach to cancer screening — a mission with the potential for significant real-world impact.

We're supported by a world-class advisory board with leaders from MIT, Harvard, the US FDA, and Cleveland Clinic. We're now growing our team in KL to help shape and deliver this technology to the world.

What You'll Be Working On

You'll help us explore how technology can be seamlessly integrated into clothing without compromising comfort, usability, or design.

You may work on:

• Developing concepts for wearable shirts and technology-integrated garments
• Exploring how electronic components and devices can be incorporated into clothing
• Creating sketches, technical drawings, prototypes, and design specifications
• Experimenting with fabrics, materials, garment construction, and fit
• Working with engineers to solve practical design and integration challenges
• Testing prototypes for comfort, usability, fit, and functionality
• Iterating on designs based on testing and feedback
• Researching new approaches to wearable and functional apparel

Who We're Looking For

You could be a great fit if you are:

• A fresh graduate in Fashion Design, Fashion Technology, Textile Design, Industrial Design, Product Design, or a related field
• Curious about how technology can change the way we design and interact with clothing
• Comfortable experimenting, making prototypes, and figuring things out through trial and error
• Detail-oriented and passionate about design
• Interested in working alongside engineers and technical teams
• Hands-on and willing to get involved in the making, testing, and refinement process
• Someone who enjoys turning ideas into something tangible

A portfolio is highly encouraged - academic projects, personal projects, prototypes, or experimental work are all welcome.

What You'll Get

This is an opportunity to work on something that sits at the intersection of fashion, technology, and healthcare.

You'll get:

• Hands-on experience developing wearable medical technology
• The opportunity to work directly with engineers and product specialists
• Exposure to electronics, prototyping, and product development
• The freedom to experiment with materials, construction, and new design concepts
• The opportunity to see your ideas progress from concept to prototype
• A chance to work in a fast-moving startup environment where your ideas can have a direct impact
• Potential conversion to a full-time role based on performance and business requirements

Why Equitable Technologies

We're building technology that could change how cancer screening is approached — and we're still at the stage where there is plenty of room to experiment, challenge assumptions, and build something new.

If you're a designer who is curious about technology, enjoys making things, and wants to work on a problem far beyond traditional fashion, we'd love to meet you.

Disclaimer: This is a 3-month initial contract role, with the opportunity to be converted to a full-time position based on performance evaluation and business requirements.

Equitable Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Interested Send your resume, portfolio, and a short cover letter to [Confidential Information].