Job Description

The Footwear Developer II utilizes technical product and process knowledge to work with a cross-functional team to deliver technical running footwear. This role requires hands-on experience in footwear construction, understanding manufacturing capabilities, problem-solving, and communicating engineering principles to enhance product performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of New Upper and New Tooling Projects
• Manage projects from Insights to Commercialization
• Deliver on Brooks Fit, Feel, Ride principles
• Plan and execute project development to meet critical dates
• Partner with vendors and factories to advance manufacturing techniques
• Guide Design and Development teams for manufacturability
• Critique and evaluate technical blueprints and patterns
• Recommend materials and construction options
• Mentor junior team members
• Lead meetings during development phases
• Collaborate with Research, Design, Marketing, and Costing teams
• Create and maintain a knowledge base of vendor capabilities
• Stay informed about market trends and consumer needs
• Participate in Asia development trips

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biomechanics, Engineering, Kinesiology, Design, or related field
• 5+ years’ experience in technical running footwear development
• Expertise in footwear product development, process, project management, costing, and manufacturing
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams
• Strong communication skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to anticipate the impact of decisions

Benefits

• No benefits