Principal Designer, Inline Footwear Design

Brooks
Full-time
Seattle, Washington
$142,253 - $227,605
Posted on 2 months ago

Job Description

The Principal Footwear Designer leads complex projects across design teams, owning the long-term design strategy for performance running footwear. This role blends future-focused concepts with seasonal execution, evolving the design foundation and ensuring alignment with brand identity and runner needs. It requires strategic partnership with cross-functional teams and a focus on innovation and digital design tools.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end footwear design
  • Define aesthetic and functional design language
  • Drive design excellence through iteration
  • Set vision for 2D/3D design tools
  • Stay ahead of market trends
  • Deliver design presentations
  • Mentor designers
  • Collaborate cross-functionally
  • Maintain timelines and deadlines

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field
  • 10+ years of footwear design experience
  • Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD tools
  • Knowledge of art and design
  • Experience leading design vision
  • Understanding of footwear construction
  • Understanding of biomechanics
  • Strong communication skills
  • Conceptual thinking ability
  • Comfort in fast-paced environment

Benefits

  • No benefits