OOFOS · 15 hours ago
Senior Footwear Designer
Braintree, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$98K/yr - $115K/yr
8+ years expOOFOS is the leading brand in recovery footwear, known for its innovative foam technology. The Senior Footwear Designer will conceptualize, design, and execute footwear products, ensuring they embody comfort and the brand's aesthetic while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Consumer GoodsFashionShoes
Responsibilities
Research and apply fashion, material, and consumer trends to inform seasonal design direction
Create innovative designs that deliver ultimate comfort and align with OOFOS’s brand aesthetic
Translate concepts into compelling visual presentations and detailed design sketches
Explore new materials, textures, graphic prints and finishes that offer newness, enhance product performance, quality and comfort
Develop and deliver accurate tech packs, material callouts, and color specifications for factory execution
Own the revision process — incorporating feedback efficiently while maintaining design integrity
Collaborate with Product Development and Engineering teams to ensure design feasibility, comfort, and manufacturability
Partner closely with Product Development, Marketing, and Merchandising to ensure design alignment with business objectives
Communicate clearly with Asia-based partners on design intent, changes, and timelines
Present design concepts and updates to cross-functional and senior leadership teams
Support the broader product creation process — jumping in where needed to help the team meet deadlines and milestones
Keen attention to details in planning, organization, and execution of tasks, while still seeing the big picture and understanding how all the pieces fit together and affect one another
Always looking at improving our products and processes while also displaying a willingness to dive in and help whenever necessary
Manage multiple seasonal projects simultaneously, balancing creativity and operational precision
Meet all design calendar milestones, from initial concept through buy-ready handoff
Contribute to process improvements that drive efficiency and design excellence
Demonstrate a proactive, positive attitude that reflects the OOFOS OOsoul and team-first culture
Take feedback and direction with professionalism and a focus on solutions
Stay motivated and adaptable in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Participate in inspiration and growth opportunities, including trade shows, retail trips, and factory visits
Take ownership of design projects and celebrate team wins
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Industrial Design, Product Design, Footwear Design, Graphic Design, Accessories Design
8+ years of footwear design experience with a strong portfolio showcasing innovative, commercial, and trend-driven designs
Passion for Fashion, Culture, Art, Streetwear
Mastery with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and other design tools
Proficiency with PowerPoint
Excellent sketching and visualization skills
Strong understanding of footwear materials, constructions, and manufacturing processes
Self-motivated and organized with strong prioritization skills
Proven ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication, collaboration, and follow-up skills
Cultural fit - matches up with the OOFOS OOsoul
A “team first” attitude, collaborative mindset and openness to feedback is a must
Highly motivated, organized individual with ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines
Self-starter who can identify new opportunities, analyze a problem and develop tactics/strategies to drive growth
Preferred
Shoemaking experience preferred
Experience within fashion or brown shoe experience is a plus
3D Design skills a plus
Experience with 3D design software is a plus
Company
OOFOS
Oofos is a footwear brand that offers recovery footwear for both men and women.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$8.53M2023-03-01Series Unknown· $7.68M
2017-04-11Debt Financing· $0.85M
Leadership Team
Angel Martinez
Co-Chief Executive Officer
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Lou Panaccione
Co Founder / CEO
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