Lead 3D Designer

About Us We are building a revolutionary jewellery brand that combines craftsmanship, creativity, and cutting-edge technology to deliver an unparalleled omnichannel shopping experience. By merging online and offline retail with innovation in 3D, AR/VR, and personalised shopping, we are setting new benchmarks for the global jewellery industry. Our leadership team brings expertise from Flipkart, Myntra, Ola, and Pharmeasy, with a proven track record of building and scaling some of India’s most successful consumer brands. As we build the next big thing in jewellery retail, we’re looking for visionary talent to shape how jewellery is imagined, designed, and experienced in the digital-first era. Role Overview As the Lead 3D Designer, you will be at the forefront of driving the digital design vision for the brand. You will lead the creation, optimisation, and management of high-quality 3D jewellery assets that power our virtual try-on, digital catalogues, marketing visuals, and in-store experiences. Beyond hands-on design, you will establish standards, workflows, and mentor a growing team of 3D designers to deliver world-class outputs. This role is perfect for someone who blends artistic flair with technical expertise, thrives in fast-paced environments, and can push the boundaries of how technology and design intersect in luxury retail. Key Responsibilities Design Leadership - Own and drive the 3D design roadmap for digital jewellery assets. - Define workflows, pipelines, and quality standards for 3D model creation, rendering, and optimisation. - Collaborate with product, tech, and retail teams to integrate 3D assets seamlessly across digital and in-store experiences. Hands-on Contribution - Convert complex manufacturing CAD files into high-fidelity, render-ready 3D assets. - Lead advanced modelling, texturing, shading, lighting, and rendering for photorealistic jewellery assets. - Experiment with AR/VR, real-time engines, and immersive technologies to enhance consumer engagement. Team Development - Build, mentor, and manage a team of 3D designers, fostering a culture of creativity and excellence. - Provide feedback and ensure consistent visual and technical quality across all outputs. Innovation & Standards - Research and adopt the latest design tools, rendering engines, and immersive technologies. - Maintain structured digital asset libraries for scalability and reuse. - Partner with cross-functional leaders to continuously evolve design practices. What We’re Looking For - 6–10 years of professional experience in 3D design, preferably in product, jewellery, luxury, or fashion industries. - Strong expertise in Blender, Rhino, KeyShot, Maya, 3ds Max, or equivalent 3D software. - Deep understanding of CAD-to-mesh workflows, PBR texturing, photorealistic rendering, and real-time optimisation. - Proven experience leading design teams and managing end-to-end 3D pipelines. - A strong eye for aesthetics, materiality, and fine details. - Familiarity with AR/VR platforms, Unity/Unreal Engine, or similar environments. - Excellent collaboration and communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders. Good to Have - Prior experience in jewellery or luxury product modelling. - Exposure to AI-assisted 3D workflows and generative design. - Knowledge of interactive 3D (WebGL, glTF, USDZ) formats for digital retail. What We Offer - Opportunity to define the future of jewellery retail through cutting-edge digital design. - Work alongside a visionary leadership team and top-tier industry experts. - A culture that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration. - Exposure to state-of-the-art tools, immersive experiences, and global design practices. - Leadership role in shaping one of India’s most ambitious omnichannel jewellery brands.