ON

Senior Specialist - Footwear Developer

Posted: Oct 30, 2025

Job Description

In shortWe are looking for a Footwear Developer to become part of the worlds' fastest growing sports company. You will be responsible for the entire development and commercialization process of both new and existing footwears from an approved design brief in collaboration with factory development, commercialization, and technical teams. You will have the unique opportunity to be in On's development team in Vietnam while working closely with the product creation team in Switzerland.Your missionDevelop products on-time to the target price and in accordance with the design and technical requirements of the technical package while maintaining an emphasis on performance by following options to meet key features and product performance goalsReview and confirm all bottom tooling blueprints prior to opening sample molds. Contribute ideas for product design, construction, materials, and components to enhance functionality, aesthetics, duty, compliance, fit, and product marginManage sampling and prototyping across all development phases (e.g. ILR, FLR, fit and wear test samples, CFM, etc.)Elaborate product and testing requirements together with the product creation team and assure product performance through physical, fit, and field-testingManage timelines, manufacturing, and material supply chain projects and resources in an organized, well-prioritized mannerActively communicate with the product creation team during all phases of the development process, co-determining and executing the decision making process that leads to on-time product sample deliveryEngage appropriately in all phases of the product process to ensure projects are completed on time, can be commercialized, manufactured, while meeting design intent, performance, costing and sustainability goalsBe responsible for ensuring that correct information is fed into the PLM systemVisit the production line on a regular basis with a focus on product quality, process improvement, and collective learningYour storyA bachelor's degree in product design, development, manufacturing, or a related fieldAt least 05 years' experience in footwear development, specifically in footwear engineering and manufacturingKnowledge of industry tooling processes, including 2D/3D CAD and CAM, proficient in Adobe Illustrator. Strong knowledge of pattern engineering, tooling processes, and mold makingExperience with the development of new footwear materials and innovative manufacturing techniquesDetail oriented with strong organizational, work ethic, and teamwork skillsStrong problem solving and decision-making skills. Effective communication skills, both written and verbalCan work under high pressure and have a willingness to travel overseas and domesticallyMeet the teamWe are responsible for creating innovative products for On. We have to try and meet the needs and demands of runners.

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