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About the Role
Contribute to the exploration, creation, and validation of future footwear solutions that advance Arc'teryx's product vision. Identify athlete needs, develop experimental concepts, build prototypes, test new materials and constructions, and translate insight into innovation opportunities for the footwear category. Support the creation of a strong and ownable Arc'teryx footwear DNA by connecting mountain utility, technical problem solving, material innovation, fit, durability, and commercial potential. You are a curious and hands-on problem solver who thrives in ambiguity, learns through making, and works collaboratively to turn emerging ideas into meaningful product possibilities.
Responsibilities
- Support the exploration of future footwear innovation opportunities through athlete insight, field observation, product research, trend awareness, and competitive analysis.
- Translate research, performance problems, and user needs into early concepts, prototypes, experiments, and product hypotheses.
- Help build and evolve a distinct Arc'teryx footwear innovation DNA across fit, ride, traction, protection, durability, materials, construction, and mountain utility.
- Create sketches, concept boards, mockups, prototypes, test samples, material explorations, and clear visual storytelling to communicate new footwear possibilities.
- Translate concepts into detailed tech packs to clearly communicate complex constructions to manufacturing partners.
- Build, test, and iterate footwear prototypes to validate comfort, fit, performance, durability, construction, and usability in real outdoor conditions.
- Work with material and development partners to investigate new materials, components, tooling approaches, construction methods, and manufacturing possibilities.
- Document experiments, learnings, product hypotheses, prototype intent, testing feedback, and next steps to support clear decision making through the innovation process.
- Stay current with developments in footwear, biomechanics, materials, manufacturing, outdoor equipment, and adjacent industries to inspire future product solutions.
- Contribute to the creation of a future footwear innovation pipeline that supports product, process, athlete experience, and commercial opportunity.
- Help develop signature innovation platforms and product concepts that strengthen a distinct Arc'teryx footwear point of view in the market.
- Explore new approaches to fit, protection, traction, climate comfort, weight reduction, durability, repairability, and adaptable performance systems.
- Collaborate with Arc'teryx athletes, field testers, and external innovation partners to gather insight and prototype solutions for future mountain footwear needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Footwear Design, Innovation, Engineering, or equivalent industry experience.
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in footwear innovation, footwear design, product innovation, technical product development, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of footwear construction, materials, fit, components, tooling, prototyping methods, and manufacturing processes.
- Skilled at turning insights, product problems, and technical questions into experiments, prototypes, and learnings.
- Comfortable building concept boards, sketches, mockups, prototypes, test plans, and documentation that clearly communicate innovation intent.
- Proficient with Adobe Illustrator and other tools used to communicate footwear concepts, specifications, and prototype direction.
- Strong curiosity, hands-on making skills, and a bias toward testing, learning, and iteration.
- Excellent team player with the ability to take direction, work independently, and collaborate across functions.
- Remain flexible, adaptable, and energized when working through ambiguity and unknowns.
- Balance autonomy and collaboration while contributing to breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement.
- Passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it.
- Strong knowledge of Arc'teryx products and the activities Arc'teryx makes products for.
- Ability to travel both nationally and internationally as required for research, development, testing, and partner collaboration.
Skills
- Footwear innovation
- Footwear design
- Product innovation
- Technical product development
- Footwear construction
- Materials
- Fit
- Components
- Tooling
- Prototyping methods
- Manufacturing processes
- Adobe Illustrator
Location
- Portland
Work Type
- On-location
Experience Level
- 5+ years
Education Level
- Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Design, Product Design, Footwear Design, Innovation, Engineering, or equivalent industry experience
Salary/Compensations
- USD$82,000 - USD$108,000
Benefits
- Extended health, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health support, fertility benefits, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Immediately vested 401(k) retirement savings plan matching, eligibility for Arc'teryx Annual Incentive Plan and access to Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), where applicable.
- Paid time off, and No Wasted Day program (dedicated paid days to get outside & explore).
- Parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents, including an option to ease the transition back to work.
- Professional development opportunities, Arc'teryx Academies (outdoor skill-building events), Employee Belonging Councils, and access to employee discounts and Pro Deals (exclusive discounted pricing on gear).
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.