HOKA · 1 day ago
Sr. Designer, Performance Footwear - HOKA
Portland, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expHOKA is a brand under Deckers Brands, dedicated to delivering exceptional business results and creating an inclusive workplace. The Senior Designer, Performance Footwear will lead the design of innovative footwear products, collaborating with various teams to shape the future of performance footwear while mentoring junior designers.
ApparelE-CommerceFitnessShoesSporting Goods
Responsibilities
Design forward-thinking performance footwear that blends innovation, function, and HOKA’s unique design DNA
Translate athlete and consumer insights into compelling concepts and product solutions
Explore new materials, constructions, and aesthetics to bring meaningful newness to performance product
Contribute to category design strategy and seasonal direction, shaping progressive performance narratives
Create inspiring, memorable design stories that bring ideas to life
Develop accurate illustrations, 2D drawings, renderings, and tech packs to carry concepts through to production
Collaborate closely with Product, Development, Materials, Color, and PLM partners to create best-in-class footwear
Lead multiple projects from concept through commercialization with clarity, flexibility, and accountability
Review and refine prototypes with cross-functional partners, balancing design vision, performance, cost, and timelines
Present work with confidence and clarity in both informal team settings and formal reviews
Travel to Asia-based manufacturing partners to collaborate on prototyping and refine design intent
Mentor and support junior designers through thoughtful feedback, coaching, and shared learning
Inspire the design team with new thinking and diverse perspectives, fostering creativity through a proactive, forward-moving mindset
Build strong relationships across teams through transparency, listening, and alignment
Lead by example through craft, curiosity, and a collaborative mindset
Qualification
Required
Hold a Bachelor's degree in design (Product, Industrial, or equivalent experience)
Bring 5+ years of footwear design experience, ideally in performance product
Have a strong command of Illustrator, Photoshop, Vizcom, and generative AI visualization tools
Possess deep understanding of footwear construction, materials, and manufacturing processes
Move fluidly between concept, craft, and technical execution, and receive and apply feedback with openness and intent
Have prototyping or hands-on footwear build experience
Demonstrate strong storytelling skills and comfort presenting design vision to diverse audiences
Bring a collaborative mindset with the confidence to push ideas forward while bringing others along
Preferred
Bonus points for 3D design experience and designing athlete-driven footwear
Benefits
Competitive Pay and Bonuses - We’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they’re valued.
Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.
Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees’ needs to get out, get healthy and come back stronger than ever.
Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras
Growth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That’s why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
Health and Wellness - There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.
Company
HOKA
HOKA manufactures and provides footwear and apparel for gym and fitness.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jean-Luc Diard
Co Founder / President Hoka Europe / VP Advanced Product development
Nicolas Mermoud
Founder
Recent News
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