Your opportunity at ARC’TERYX:
As Design Developer 2, you build fully resolved solutions that align with the original intent and vision of the product design. You are a passionate builder of product and bring your curiosity to find creative solutions for a better way to innovate product. In close collaboration with cross functional teams, you will contribute to concept development from ideation through to seasonal inline, with a focus on our hardgoods and accessories product categories.
Key Products You’ll Be Designing For:
- Hardgoods, packs and some accessories
This role is based out of our North Vancouver office. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada. Please note this is a temporary position with a duration of 14 months, with the possibility of extension.
Meet your future team:
The Hardgoods and Accessories Design team works together on a wide variety of product categories to support our activity collections, including packs, accessories, harnesses, and gloves. You will join a team of builders, problem solvers and passionate outdoor enthusiasts who are fueled by curiosity. We take an immersive approach to identifying future needs, and we build, test, and validate products that solve for real functional challenges. We are innovative problem solvers with a focus on collaborative teamwork.
If you were the Design Developer 2 now, here are some of the core activities you would be responsible for:
Contributing to product design by developing unique and resolved solutions that align with Arc’teryx design philosophies and the original intent and vision for the product
Building both partial and complete concept prototypes to allow for solutions to be tested, reviewed, and validated
Producing production level and resolved products, along with the supporting documentation to ensure scalable construction in a bulk production environment
Collaborating with Design, Pattern Makers and Product Developers to create, document and communicate new concepts, construction processes and techniques to enable manufacturing solutions that meet Arc’teryx product ideals
Partnering with Pattern Making, Product Development and Fit & Pattern Engineering to validate and implement standards that will ensure consistency across all styles within the line plan
Testing and documenting the outcomes of various material suitability evaluations
Providing recommendations on final material selection
Supporting in the creation of field and wear test samples by providing direction and feedback to the Cutting team
Collaborate with Pattern Makers, Product and Design Developers on seasonal and special projects as required
Supporting the onboarding and training of new Design Developer hires
Here are some of the things you could be working on in the future:
Creating 3D sculptural forms using both digital and physical concepting tools to streamline the creation of concept samples
Collaborating with sample rooms at our factory partners to teach new construction techniques, develop concept samples and resolve patterns
Are you our next Design Developer 2?
You have a diploma or degree in Fashion Design, or the equivalent experience, with 4+ years’ experience working in a technical design environment, ideally focused on hardgoods and accessories
You are highly collaborative, eager to partner across the team and with cross-functional partners
You are comfortable sharing and articulating your perspective, and you are open to giving and receiving feedback
You have CAD and Gerber pattern making experience
You have strong sewing, building, and pattern making skills
You are proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Illustrator, with the ability to pick up new computer applications quickly
You are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues, seeking the best (sometimes not the easiest) solutions with an unwavering commitment to do what is right
You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity
You effectively balance autonomy and collaboration
You inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement
Your passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it
A strong knowledge of Arc’teryx products and interest/involvement in activities Arc’teryx makes products for
Compensation
The salary range for this role is: CAD$82,000 - $108,000
Total Rewards
Most new team members join between the start and midpoint of the range, where you can contribute right away while continuing to grow your craft, your collaborations, and your impact at Arc’teryx. This range reflects market alignment and the scope of the role. Individual pay is determined by your skills, experience, and level of responsibility.
We’re committed to fair, equitable, and competitive pay, reviewed regularly to ensure internal alignment and market relevance. Transparency is part of how we follow through on our commitments and how we honour the value you bring to our team.
In addition to base pay, Arc’teryx supports people through benefits designed to sustain both work and life:
- 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).
- Financial wellbeing - RRSP matching and eligibility for Arc'teryx Annual Incentive Plan and access to Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP) where applicable.
- Time & Flexibility - Paid time off, wellness time, and No Wasted Day program (dedicated paid days to get outside & explore).
- 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).
*Eligibility for certain programs may vary by role.
Equal Opportunity
Arc’teryx is committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and guests, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance.
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.
All applicants, employees, and guests can expect equality of opportunity and fair treatment in alignment with our values.
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