Senior Product Developer - Footwear at Deckers Outdoor Corporation in Goleta, California

Job Description:

Job Title: Senior Product Developer - Footwear

Reports to: Director, Product Development

Location:  Goleta, CA

The Role

The Senior Product Developer for Footwear will lead the product creation and confirmation process from design stage through sales samples. This role will collaborate with Product Development peers, Designers and Product Line Managers to create functional footwear solutions that reinforce and strengthen initiatives and product construction needs. The Senior Developer must be a hands-on, creative problem solver with high proficiency managing a large number of projects in a dynamic environment. Ability to work under deadlines, manage multiple priorities, work self-guided, take initiative, and pay close attention to detail a must.

Your Impact

The primary functions of this role, include but are not limited to:

• Develop the product creation process from brief stage and design through final prototyping and salesman samples.


• Guide and execute timely approval of production confirmation samples to ensure a smooth transition into commercialization.


• Plan and implement development projects according to critical timelines and pre-planned dates.


• Problem-solve design tech packages prior to hand-off for potential construction, material, fit & wear, or cost concerns.


• Generate and maintain correct Bill of Materials (BOM) for all projects.


• Lead and facilitate timely creation, delivery, and approval of all relevant technical information (shell patterns, 2D's, 3D's, lasts, patterns, blue-prints, cost sheets, etc.)


• Review and evaluate project status with the product creation and development teams with increasing mastery of patterns, mold processes, materials, pricing, yield & cost analysis, manufacturing processes and end use performance.


• Manage sample delivery to ensure all meeting dates are hit.


• Lead product teardowns of samples to evaluate construction, material, comfort, or cost concerns.


• Manage the diagnosis of fit/wear and commercialization issues and ensure that product offerings are proven and tested successfully to be commercialized for mass production.


• Give clear and concise communication to relevant stakeholders including overseas partners.


• Strive for continuous improvement in production.


• Travel to development factories as necessary.


• Pro-actively problem-solve by identifying issues and presenting solutions options to team-mates.


• Provide PLMs (Product Line Managers) and Designers with alternatives in constructions, materials, costing, duties, etc.


• Analyze technical drawings, lab tests, patterns, components and last to identify and resolve any issues.


• Experienced professional able to use the tools of the trade including calipers, hardness gauge, tape measure, profile gauge, Brannock device, etc.

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in work experience


• 8-10+ years' experience in the footwear product development


• Thorough experience building product specifications


• In-depth knowledge of material applications for product use


• In-depth knowledge of product constructions, leathers, material, last, mold, compound development, and foot anatomy


• Ability to work in a complex global organization satisfying the needs of diverse constituents with competing deadlines and priorities


• Ability to effectively prepare and present information and respond to questions from management and other employees of the organization


• Ability to plan with fore-sight and anticipate impact of expected results

We’d love to hear from people with

• Exceptional attention to detail


• Enthusiasm and a positive attitude


• Drive for excellence, a self-starter with problem-solving abilities


• Ability to work in a multi-tasked, fast-paced environment


• Excellent written and verbal skills


• Proficient in Microsoft Office program suite, Adobe Applications, PLM/Development system

What We'll Give You –

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  Competitive Pay and Bonuses - We’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they’re valued.


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  Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.


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  Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees’ needs to get out, get healthy and come back stronger than ever.


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  Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras


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  Growth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That’s why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.


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  Health and Wellness - There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.
   

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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