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Nike

Footwear Product Developer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

Footwear Product Developer - NIKE Inc., Beaverton, OR. Responsible for the product creation process from initial concept through to commercialization and production for assigned models to lead to on ...

ARC'TERYX

Footwear Product Developer 2

Portland, OR · On-site

$82K - $103K/yr

As our Footwear Developer 2 you will manage highly technical and complex footwear products from design phase through to production readiness. Using your technical development expertise, collaborative ...

ARC'TERYX

Footwear Product Developer 2

Portland, OR

$82K - $103K/yr

As our Footwear Developer 2 you will manage highly technical and complex footwear products from design phase through to production readiness. Using your technical development expertise, collaborative ...

ARC'TERYX

Footwear Product Developer 2

Portland, OR

$82K - $103K/yr

As our Footwear Developer 2 you will manage highly technical and complex footwear products from design phase through to production readiness. Using your technical development expertise, collaborative ...

AKIRA

Footwear Product Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

AKIRA Footwear Product Developer In 2002, AKIRA opened the doors to its first women's clothing boutique in Chicago. Since then, the company has extended its reach to 40+ stores across the United ...

AKIRA

Footwear Product Developer

Chicago, IL

AKIRA Footwear Product Developer In 2002, AKIRA opened the doors to its first women's clothing boutique in Chicago. Since then, the company has extended its reach to 40+ stores across the United ...

Nike

Lead Footwear Developer - Nike by You

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$61.50 - $80.50/hr

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH As part of the Nike by You, Product Development team, this role partners ... As a Lead Footwear Product Developer, this person will provide project and process direction ...

Deckers

Sr. Product Developer - HOKA Footwear

Portland, OR · Hybrid

$87K - $118K/yr

Job Title: Sr. Product Developer - HOKA Footwear Reports to: Sr. Manager, Product Development - Hoka Footwear Location: Portland, OR (Hybrid) Typically 3 times per week in office, Tuesday - Thursday ...

Vibram Corporation

Product Developer

Portland, OR · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

This role will manage the end-to-end development of inline footwear, from design handoff through ... engineering, or applied sciences preferred. * 3-5 years of footwear product development experience ...

Vibram Corporation

Product Developer

Portland, OR · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

This role will manage the end-to-end development of inline footwear, from design handoff through ... engineering, or applied sciences preferred. * 3-5 years of footwear product development experience ...

Vibram Corporation

Product Developer

Portland, OR · On-site

This role will manage the end-to-end development of inline footwear, from design handoff through ... engineering, or applied sciences preferred. * 3-5 years of footwear product development experience ...

Nike

Lead Product Engineer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

Lead footwear product excellence in alignment with Nike Footwear strategic priorities and key ... Support engineering digital product creation strategy by applying tools like FEA, 3D visualization ...

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How much do footwear product developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for footwear product developer in the United States is $97,379.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $117,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a footwear product developer do?

A Footwear Product Developer is responsible for managing the process of designing, developing, and producing shoes from initial concept to final product. They collaborate with designers, material suppliers, and manufacturers to ensure that footwear meets quality, cost, and market requirements. Their role includes selecting materials, creating prototypes, overseeing sample production, and ensuring the finished product aligns with brand standards and consumer needs. They also track trends and incorporate new technologies to improve product performance and appeal.

What are some common challenges faced by footwear product developers during the product development cycle?

Footwear Product Developers often encounter challenges such as aligning design concepts with manufacturing capabilities, managing timelines across multiple development phases, and ensuring that prototypes meet both aesthetic and functional requirements. Coordinating with designers, suppliers, and factories—sometimes across different time zones—requires strong communication and project management skills. Additionally, balancing cost constraints with quality expectations and staying up-to-date with material innovations can be demanding but are essential for successful product launches.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a footwear product developer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Footwear Product Developer, you need strong knowledge of footwear design, materials, and manufacturing processes, often supported by a degree in industrial design, fashion, or a related field. Proficiency in CAD software, 3D modeling tools, and familiarity with prototyping and product lifecycle management systems are typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills for collaborating with design, production, and marketing teams. These skills ensure innovative, high-quality products that meet market demands and are delivered efficiently from concept to consumer.

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Infographic showing various Footwear Product Developer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,379 per year, or $46.8 per hour.

Footwear Product Developer

Nike

Beaverton, OR • On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Nike rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 274 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 104 rated fashion retailers

Job description

Footwear Product Developer - NIKE Inc., Beaverton, OR. Responsible for the product creation process from initial concept through to commercialization and production for assigned models to lead to on time delivery and development according to critical dates, product specification, sustainability, performance, and profitability goals; lead, guiding, and following through on making decisions that will lead to timely product confirmation and sample delivery; execute product creation according to critical dates and performance/profitability goals; work with multi-functional teammates to ensure manufacturability of product concepts; develop and utilize footwear knowledge to drive results and achieve project designs; apply fundamental understanding of multiple sports and standard methodologies to identify product and testing requirements, and assuring product performance through physical and field-testing; recommend and specify material, component, and construction options to meet key features and product performance goals; engage in all phases of product process to ensure projects are completed on time, can be commercialized, manufactured, while meeting design intent performance, costing, and sustainability goals. Telecommuting is available from anywhere in the U.S., except from AK, AL, AR, DE, HI, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MT, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, RI, SD, VT, WV, and WY.
Must have Master's degree in Kinesiology, Sport Product Management and 1 year of experience in the job offered or a product-related occupation.
Position requires:
• Footwear and Hard Goods Chemical Engineering
• Footwear and Hard Goods Pattern Engineering
• Footwear and Hard Goods Pattern Engineering
• Product Quality Engineering
• Cost Engineering
• Mold and Tooling Engineering
• Sustainable Material Knowledge, Sourcing and Characterization
• Footwear and Hard Goods Data Driven prototype/product validation and translating Mechanical Data to Product Development
• Biomechanical Engineering including Footwear and Hard Goods
• Product Biomechanical & Perception Testing Analysis Knowledge including Hard Goods and Footwear *(Physical and Field Testing)
• End-End Project Management
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Mechanical Testing including footwear and hard goods
• Front facing consumer and Cross Functional Technical Data Communication
Apply at www.jobs.nike.com (Job# R-90233)
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