Senior CMF Designer, Ring ID Team

We are seeking a Senior Color Material and Finish (CMF) Designer to join Rings Industrial Design team and provide strategic leadership. This role will define and lead the development and implementation of CMF strategies across Rings hardware product portfolio driving innovation while ensuring aesthetic excellence functionality and reliability. The ideal candidate will combine extensive creative vision with deep technical expertise to shape and elevate Rings design language through strategic material selection and innovative finish development.

Key job responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership and ownership of end-to-end CMF development for Rings hardware products from concept to mass production
Develop implement and oversee comprehensive CMF strategies aligned with Rings brand identity and long-term product vision
Lead trend analysis and market research to inform strategic color and material decisions
Create present and defend CMF proposals to senior stakeholders including development teams and executives
Lead and mentor cross-functional teams suppliers and engineers to ensure manufacturing feasibility
Direct and validate prototype development and oversee color/finish matching processes
Spearhead material innovation and sustainability initiatives
Establish and maintain CMF specifications guidelines and best practices
Lead international team collaborations and supplier relationships including strategic global meetings
Develop and curate an internal library of materials and finishes
Drive advanced material research to support next-generation product development

- Bachelors Degree in Industrial Design or Masters Degree in CMF Design
- 10 years of professional CMF design experience
- Portfolio demonstrating successful leadership of CMF implementation in mass-produced products
- Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials and proven track record of leading hardware product development and execution.
- Excellent color acuity (must pass Munsell Hue Color Test)
- Master-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Keyshot
- Strong leadership project management and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to influence across organizations and work across time zones
- International travel required

- 15 years of experience in consumer electronics or smart home products
- Deep expertise in sustainable materials and manufacturing practices
- Extensive experience working with Asian manufacturers
- Proven track record of mentoring junior designers and building teams

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