16 Oct
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Arc'teryx
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North Vancouver
16 Oct
Arc'teryx
North Vancouver
As a Senior Product Developer, you are responsible for managing our most technical and complex products from design maker phase (concept) through to production readiness. Your innovative and solutions-focused approach to development ensures that each product you work on meets Arcteryx design intent and Brand integrity requirements. This role is based out of our North Vancouver office and is expected to be performed on-location.
If you were the Senior Product Developer now, here are some of the core activities you would be doing: Executing the development of our most technical and complex product from design maker phase (concept) and intent through to pre-production readiness Leading and influencing the development process to achieve commercial viability of designs through partnership and collaboration with Product Design, Raw Materials, Sourcing, Supply Chain, Production and Quality departments Partnering and collaborating with Design, Pattern Making, Sample Sewing teams internally, as well as with our vendors, to ensure concepts and prototypes meet established function, fit, quality and construction standards going into pre-production Collaborating, partnering, and aligning with other Senior Product Developers to ensure consistency across product type (i.e. construction standards, process, and sharing of best practices) Supporting and coaching Product Developers and Product Development Assistants daily and training recent hires as required, encouraging effective problem solving and discretionary decision making Compiling all product materials/construction information,
and maintaining an accurate database documentation of BOM information and technical specifications that will result in efficient raw material sourcing and purchasing and accurately produced finished product Executing to calendar deliverables, including but not limited to concept sample and prototype development, material validation, initial quality evaluation and approval requirements with key stakeholders Communicating opportunities for process improvement with a lean forward attitude to drive evolution within our Product Creation process Liaising with cross-functional departments to provide Development support as needed, facilitating cross-departmental problem solving Providing input into Product Operations in evolving IS requirements in Development applications and on the development of training tools Working with developing in house sampling and direct to factory developments Working on future concepting and product testing alongside the Advanced Concepts department Are you our next Senior Product Developer? You have 7+ years’ experience as Product Designer, Industrial Designer, Product Development (developing product/process) with a focus on technical design development You have an Undergraduate Degree Industrial Design, Technical Degree OR equivalent industry training, certification, or related business experience You have strong critical problem-solving skills,
with the ability to think outside of the box and work outside of the seasonal timelines when needed You have experience effectively communicating with and travelling to domestic and offshore vendors and manufacturers You have a comprehensive understanding of design intent, product aesthetics, construction, 3D form study, production and fit You have a strong knowledge of raw materials, technical construction, and sourcing Adobe Suite, or similar software (Centric a plus) You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity You inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement The salary range for this role is: CAD$94,000 - CAD$124,000 We’re committed to fair, equitable, and competitive pay, reviewed regularly to ensure internal alignment and market relevance. Health & wellbeing - Extended health, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health support, fertility benefits, gender-affirming care and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Family support - Parental leave top-up and a nesting period for new parents. Growth, community & gear - 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). *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.
Join us in creating positive change in ourselves, our communities, and the world.
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