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About the Role
As a Designer 2 – Footwear, you design innovative and resolved footwear solutions that are aligned with the Arc'teryx design vision and support the evolving needs of mountain athletes and guests. You will contribute to the creation and execution of seasonal footwear product, helping build a strong and ownable Arc'teryx footwear DNA across form, fit, function, materials, and brand expression. You are an innovative problem solver with a focus on collaborative teamwork.
Responsibilities
- Creating and executing assigned performance footwear designs within seasonal timelines to complement existing collections and support future product opportunities
- Contributing to the build and evolution of a clear footwear design DNA that strengthens Arc'teryx’s point of view across form, fit, function, materials, and brand expression
- Supporting stage gates, internal reviews, seasonal handoffs, and product meetings with clear visual storytelling and resolved design work
- Partnering with PLM, Development, Materials, Merchandising, and Commercial teams to understand product opportunities and help build key product drivers
- Serving the mountain athlete and broader guest needs through research, observation, athlete input, and user-centered iterative design approaches
- Creating and visually conveying concepts, sketches, renderings, mockups, prototypes, and technical details to explore and prove new footwear ideas
- Providing detailed product initiations and tech pack information to Product Development, including spec drawings, patterns, fit direction, materials, colour, and construction information
- Collaborating with Development and factory partners to resolve fit, construction, material, and manufacturing challenges through the product creation process
- Coordinating with the Raw Materials team to source, develop, test, and apply materials appropriate to footwear performance and commercial needs
- Developing and maintaining a thorough understanding of Arc'teryx footwear materials, components, tooling, construction methods, and manufacturing techniques
- Collaborating closely with other designers to bring forward new and better toolbox solutions, including technologies, constructions, features, and materials
- Staying current with footwear, outdoor, material, and industry trends to help ensure Arc'teryx exceeds our athletes’ and guests’ evolving needs
- Assisting with current product design changes and addressing in-line production needs as required
- Contributing to the creation of a new footwear chapter for Arc'teryx, centered on product, process, team, and guest experience
- Helping build pinnacle footwear concepts and commercial product drivers that establish a distinct Arc'teryx footwear DNA in the market
- Working closely with development teams and innovation partners to challenge and evolve how new footwear ideas move from concept to production
- Collaborating with Arc'teryx athletes and industry representatives to gather insight and propose product solutions for future footwear needs
Requirements
- You have a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Footwear Design, or equivalent industry experience
- You have 5+ years of hands-on experience designing footwear or technically advanced product
- You have a strong understanding of footwear construction, materials, fit, componentry, tooling, and manufacturing processes
- You are able to create clear sketches, renderings, mockups, prototypes, technical drawings, and product documentation
- You are proficient with Adobe Illustrator and other design tools used to communicate footwear concepts and specifications
- You have strong attention to detail and can contribute to a cohesive collection of footwear products
- You are an excellent team player with the ability to take direction, work independently, and collaborate across functions
- You have strong planning, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- You are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues and seeking the best solutions with a commitment to doing what is right
- You remain flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity
- You balance autonomy and collaboration while contributing to breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement
- Your passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it
- You have strong knowledge of Arc'teryx products and the activities Arc'teryx makes products for
- You have the ability to travel both nationally and internationally as required
Skills
- Adobe Illustrator
- Design
- Product Development
- Sketching
- Rendering
- Prototyping
- Technical Drawings
- Product Documentation
- Problem-solving
- Organizational Skills
- Decision-making Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork
- Collaboration
- Planning
Location
- Portland
Work Type
- On-location
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 5+ years
Education Level
- Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Footwear Design, or equivalent industry experience
Salary/Compensations
- USD$82,000 - USD$108,000
Benefits
- Extended health, dental, and vision coverage
- Mental health support
- Fertility benefits
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Immediately vested 401(k) retirement savings plan matching
- Eligibility for Arc'teryx Annual Incentive Plan
- Access to Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
- Paid time off
- No Wasted Day program
- Parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents
- Professional development opportunities
- Arc'teryx Academies (outdoor skill-building events)
- Employee Belonging Councils
- Access to employee discounts and Pro Deals
About the Company
- The Arc'teryx Footwear team creates innovative, technical product that exceeds the core mountain athlete’s needs in the outdoors.
- We are builders, problem solvers, and passionate outdoor enthusiasts.
- Fueled by curiosity, we take an immersive approach to identifying our athlete’s needs and build, test, and validate products that solve for real functional challenges.
- We are a passionate collective with a focus on collaborative teamwork and our vision is to redefine the industry.
- We believe that the mountains transform us, that how we adventure matters, and that there’s always a better way.
- Join us in creating positive change in ourselves, our communities, and the world.
- Live it. Get out there - the mountains make us better
- Disruptive evolution. In pursuit of better. Always.
- Commit. We set bold objectives and see them through.
Equal Opportunity
- Arc’teryx is committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected.
- We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and guests, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance.
- Creating an inclusive workplace is connected to our core value Do Right while also having the added benefit of helping make our business better.
- We believe inclusion helps us to create a healthier, happier workplace, drive creativity and innovation, and reflect the communities where we operate.
- All applicants, employees, and guests can expect equality of opportunity and fair treatment in alignment with our values.