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At Surma, we believe in making everyday beautiful through minimal and thoughtful design, pure fabrics, and clothing that moves with the Indian woman. We’re looking for a Senior Fashion Designer who brings both creative vision and structured thinking to the table. Someone who can shape collections that are fresh but familiar, and speak effortlessly to today’s woman.  What You’ll Do:Lead the design journey from concept to rack across contemporary collections.Research and forecast trends - silhouettes, fabrics, colors that are relevant and wearable everydayBring structure to creativity, driving seasonal calendars that integrate design thinking with business timelines.Create detailed tech packs to translate design intent clearly for sampling and production teams.Mentor a small team of designers and interns in the future.Work cross-functionally with sourcing, merchandising, and marketing to ensure aesthetic and commercial alignment.Shape the brand voice through inputs in campaign storytelling, shoot styling, and lookbooks.You’re a Great Fit If You:Have 6+ years of experience in designing Indian contemporary wear for an urban audienceUnderstand the Indian woman and her needs and design for thatUnderstand both craft and commerce - you think like a designer and a brand-builderLove textile and surface exploration but prioritize wearability and fitCan translate moodboards into market-ready garments with a strong point of viewStay updated on trends, fabric innovations, and consumer shiftsNice-to-Have:Experience working with fabrics like cotton, linen, or silkExposure to e-commerce styling, content, or campaign ideationFamiliarity with design software (Illustrator, Photoshop, or CLO 3D) and ExcelLed or mentored a design team before (not mandatory)About SurmaSurma is a contemporary womenswear brand that wants to make everyday beautiful through its minimal designs. We believe that good design can make the mundane interesting and hence evoke joy. We design for the modern Indian woman who finds joy in the little things - the perfect cup of chai, a day without meetings, that song she loves, a creased white shirt, and perfectly imperfect hair. To Apply:Send your resume and portfolio to ankur@. Tell us a little bit about yourself, and what excites you about designing for today’s Indian woman.