Product Developer II - Footwear

Product Developer II - UGG Footwear

Location: Goleta, CA (Hybrid)

Reports to: Director, Product Development - UGG Footwear

• Manage the end-to-end product development process for multiple categories and product types
• Problem-solve design tech packages to address construction, material, fit, wear, and cost concerns
• Generate and maintain accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) for all assigned projects
• Review project status with product creation and development teams, focusing on patterns, molds, materials, pricing, and manufacturing processes
• Lead product teardowns to evaluate construction, comfort, and cost
• Proactively identify issues and present solution options to team members
• Provide alternatives in construction, materials, costing, and duties to PLMs and product design teams
• Review technical drawings, lab tests, patterns, components, and lasts to ensure quality and compliance
• Plan and execute development projects according to critical timelines and pre‑planned dates
• Lead and facilitate timely creation, delivery, and approval of technical information
• Manage fit and wear testing to ensure successful commercialization and mass production
• Oversee sample delivery and approval to support smooth transitions into production
• Strive for continuous improvement by examining defective returns and monitoring new technologies
• Assist in training new team members and support a collaborative team environment
• Travel to development factories and trade shows as needed

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• 5‑8 years’ experience in the footwear industry
• Experience building product specifications and working knowledge of material applications
• Strong understanding of product constructions and development processes
• Proficient in Microsoft and Adobe applications
• Skilled in FlexPLM or similar systems
• Ability to use industry tools such as calipers, hardness gauge, tape measure, profile gauge, Brannock device, etc.
• Effective communicator and collaborator across cross‑functional teams
• Creative problem‑solver with the ability to mentor junior team members
• Capable of working in a complex global organization with competing deadlines and priorities

• Competitive pay and bonuses
• Financial planning and wellbeing support
• Time away from work – paid time off and flexible scheduling
• Extras, discounts and perks through Deckers Brands programs
• Growth and development opportunities
• Health and wellness programs

Salary: $105,000 – $110,000 (Goleta, CA). Individual pay will be determined by location and additional factors.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all the other beautiful parts of your identity.