Designer 2 – Footwear (Performance)

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

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