Senior Technical Developer

Your opportunity at Arc’teryx:As a Senior Technical Developer, you are responsible for managing products from concept through to production readiness directly with the Product Creation team and factory partners. Your innovative and solutions-focused approach to development ensures that each product you work on meets Arc’teryx design intent and supply chain requirements. You lead with integrity and by example, providing overall support and mentoring to the technical and product developers.This role is based out of our North Vancouver office and is expected to be performed on-location.Meet your future team:You will be part of a focused team of technical and product developers, designers, pattern makers, and cut and sew team that works on creating innovative product.

This team builds strong relationships with cross-functional partners and factories to realize ideas into commercialized successes.If you were in the Senior Technical Developer role now, here are some of the core activities you would be responsible for:POINTER-MARK Creating tech packs to communicate specifications for aesthetic, construction, fit and measurementPOINTER-MARK Communicating the fit, design and construction comments and corrections clearly to factoriesPOINTER-MARK Executing the development of product from concept through commercialization, including interpreting design intent and coordinating prototypes and sample creationPOINTER-MARK Providing thorough product information and construction information to enable efficient sourcing and purchase of raw materialsPOINTER-MARK Ensuring calendar deliverables are metPOINTER-MARK Providing feedback for efficiencies on the development timelinesPOINTER-MARK Supporting to meet FOB targets through our creative “maker’s phase” and prototype development with cross-functional teamsPOINTER-MARK Supporting and influencing the development process to achieve commercial viability of designs through collaboration with Design, Materials Development, Raw Materials Supply Planning, Supply Chain, and Quality TeamsPOINTER-MARK Developing and maintaining accurate sample garment measurement specifications in our Product Line Management system (Centric)POINTER-MARK Supporting and coaching PDs, encouraging effective problem solving and discretionary decision makingPOINTER-MARK Supporting in the training of new factory resources and ensuring that Arc’teryx brand standards are met POINTER-MARK Facilitating and leading team meetings and reporting team metrics to the Product Development LeadHere are some of the things you could be working on in the future:POINTER-MARK Collaborating with our 3D Digital Team on CLO3D capabilities for utilization opportunities with vendorsPOINTER-MARK Training and mentoring new team membersPOINTER-MARK Providing engagement training for current and future vendorsPOINTER-MARK Strengthening vendor relations through effective communication and travel to both domestic and offshore vendorsPOINTER-MARK Evaluating the prototype process and strategizing on how to improve turnaround timelinesAre you our next Senior Technical Developer?POINTER-MARK You have 7+ years’ experience in product development, technical design or pattern making, with a focus on technical, innovative apparel and equipmentPOINTER-MARK You have an Undergraduate Degree OR equivalent industry training, certification, or related business experiencePOINTER-MARK You have a strong knowledge of raw materials, technical construction, and sourcingPOINTER-MARK You are proficient in PLM, Adobe creative suite and Microsoft OfficePOINTER-MARK You have experience in product costingPOINTER-MARK You have a comprehensive understanding of design intent, product aesthetics, construction, fit and communicate with factories via technical drawings and fit photosPOINTER-MARK You have a complete understanding of the product lifecycle process - from ideation to consumer, including an understanding of production attributesPOINTER-MARK You have experience effectively communicating with and travelling to domestic and offshore vendors and manufacturersPOINTER-MARK You are comfortable communicating with factories via technical drawings and fit photosPOINTER-MARK You are detailed and accuracy oriented, with strong organizational skillsPOINTER-MARK You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)POINTER-MARK You demonstrate initiative, agility, and commitment, while balancing autonomy and collaborationPOINTER-MARK You are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues and develop the best (sometimes not the easiest) solutions with an unwavering commitment to do rightPOINTER-MARK You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity, and thrive in a fast paced, diverse, ever evolving and values led environmentPOINTER-MARK You inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvementPOINTER-MARK Your passion for your work is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living itEqual OpportunityArc’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.Design your Purpose. Live our Values. DISRUPTIVE EVOLUTION. Design your future through challenge, experimentation, and inspiration.COMMIT. Set and deliver on bold objectives as we collectively raise the bar.LIVE IT. Deepen your connection to nature and live your most purposeful life.

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