Boa Technology

About BOABOA® Technology builds the scientifically proven and patented BOA® Fit System. BOA partners with market-leading brands to make the best gear even better. Each unique configuration is engineered with performance fit at the center to create a precise fit and better connection between an athlete and their equipment - improving performance.
BOA® Technology Inc. is headquartered in Denver, Colorado with offices in Austria, Hong Kong, Greater China, South Korea, and Japan. For more information, visit BOAFIT.COM
Application DeadlineApplications will be accepted through August 25, after which we will begin candidate review. If the deadline is extended, we will update this posting.
Overview of Role
Reporting to the Industrial Design Manager, the Industrial Designer is a growing member of the Platform Product Development team tasked with creating disruptive, innovative, and sustainable product solutions. Helping the world's best athletes perform at their peak, this role creates concepts that address user and brand partner needs to strengthen the user experience of our platform solutions. The Industrial Designer supports project teams from concept development through manufacturing preparation, working under the day-to-day guidance of the Industrial Design Manager or Lead Industrial Designer. Through connection to our Brand Partner industries and BOA user feedback, this role will be responsible for identifying future opportunities and product needs, validating concepts, and balancing those needs against manufacturing constraints and organizational requirements. This role will mix technical details with current trends to create visually and functionally appropriate products that inspire and enable peak performance.
Core Responsibilities

• Reflect and role model BOA's vision, values, and Leadership Model across the team and organization.
• Support all Industrial Design phases of BOA Product Development projects, from project brief and product requirement creation, end-market and user research, and concept development from 2D through 3D production-ready CAD.
• Conceptually explore, evaluate, and recommend product design attributes as they relate to form, function, User Interface/User Experience (UI/UX), human factors, ergonomics, aesthetic, manufacturing requirements, and project goals.
• Partner with Product Line Directors to understand product strategy, segmentation plan, and other Commercial needs.
• Support Design Engineers with designs for all other parts, helping modify and collaborate on primary CAD files.
• Create 2D and 3D content to support commercial launches: inspiration images, use cases for specific user categories and applications, concept sketches, functional breadboard concept models, product storyboards, and vector art for distribution.
• Help execute other design requests from departments across the company.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design.
• 3+ years of Industrial Design experience.
• Experience conducting market research and connecting user needs to product design.
• Working knowledge of typical Industrial Design skills such as 2D sketching in analog and digital formats, 3D CAD (Onshape, SolidWorks), and CAD rendering (Keyshot).
• Advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills, with expertise in Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Mechanical aptitude that allows you to build deep understanding of our products and components.
• Demonstrate strong visual process and concepting skills.
• Ability to collaborate and build relationships with diverse groups of people across the globe.
• A passion for continuously learning and seeking out new approaches.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, up to 5%.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with User Interface and Human Factors.

Overview of Compensation and Benefits

• Budgeted salary range: $75,000 - $90,000
  • We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to any other employees with similar experience in the same or similar role
  • This role is also eligible for a 10% annual bonus
• Comprehensive healthcare plans including Medical, Dental and Vision
• All plans include subsidization from BOA, with one option 100% subsidized by BOA
• BOA also funds HSA accounts for enrolled employees
• 3 weeks PTO to start, paid family leave, sick leave, and volunteer time off
• Matching 401K retirement plan
• Annual cash benefits for fitness, wellness, and BOA products
• Eligibility for stock options within 6 months of employment
• Scholarship opportunities for further education
• Flexible working schedule that includes both days at home and days in the office when needed
• Learning and development opportunities
• Discounts on many outdoor gear brands
• Dog-friendly office

Flexibility at BOA

• BOA is committed to the health and well-being of our employees, and to upholding our values which include caring for each other and for our community
• At BOA we support both flexibility and connectivity
  • For the majority of the Denver team, a hybrid approach is taken with the option to use a mix of remote work, and in-office connection days on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Connection Days are where we're all encouraged to go into the office and reconnect, even if you do not need to access specific equipment or product to do your job. Staying connected is really important, both for your mental health and to continue fostering our amazing BOA community
  • Some roles will require 4-5 days/week in the office if access is needed to product, equipment, specialized technology etc. We will review any job-specific requirements during the interview process

Physical Considerations for RoleWe welcome any requests for reasonable accommodations. The information below is meant to provide a general overview of physical considerations, and if you believe you may need an accommodation, please provide more information in your application comments, or contact BOA People & Culture. The following considerations apply to this role:
☒ Regularly works in an office-based environment that is mostly comprised of sitting, and use of standard office equipment
EEO Statement
Caring for each other and the community are part of our core values. We are dedicated to creating more access and opportunity within the outdoor and professional industries. We are proud to be an equal employment opportunity workplace that focuses on inclusion and creates employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. If you think you meet most of the qualifications listed for the role you are interested in, we actively encourage you to apply.