At Deckers, we don&039;t just create footwear; we engineer groundbreaking experiences that empower athletes worldwide. As the innovative force behind HOKA, we&039;re committed to pushing boundaries, setting new standards for comfort and speed, and delivering unparalleled performance. Join our dynamic team where cutting- edge design, collaborative spirit, and a passion for excellence drive everything we do. If you&039;re a skilled product developer ready to bring visionary concepts to life for an iconic brand, your next career- defining challenge starts here.
About the Role
As a HOKA Product Developer III, you&039;ll be at the heart of bringing our visionary designs to reality. You&039;ll own the entire development process for assigned HOKA seasonal projects, from the initial brief to the critical Ready to Buy (RTB) approval. This is a hands- on role where your expertise will bridge the gap between creative vision and technical execution, ensuring every product meets our rigorous standards for quality, performance, and margin. You&039;ll be a vital technical partner for our US and Asia teams, directly contributing to HOKA&039;s seasonal success and long- term innovation pipeline. If you&039;re passionate about precision, eager to solve complex challenges, and thrive in an environment where your expertise directly elevates product excellence, this is your opportunity to shine.
What You&039;ll Do
• Collaborate Globally: Build strong, professional relationships with internal teams (Costing, Engineering, Design, QA, Production) and external partners (factories, suppliers) across global locations to drive decision- making and problem- solving.
• Drive Product Development: Lead the end- to- end development and commercialization of HOKA products, ensuring they meet brand and consumer needs, are engineered for mass production, and achieve target margins and quality.
• Advance Best Practices: Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, partnering with leadership to implement best practices and enhance processes throughout the entire product development cycle.
• Optimize & Troubleshoot: Manage Bill of Materials (BOMs), analyze tech- packs, and propose alternative solutions for constructions, materials, and costing. Ensure high- quality sample completion and timely delivery of all technical information.
• Problem- Solve & Ensure Quality: Lead the diagnosis of fit/wear and commercialization issues. Drive critical meetings to optimize manufacturing processes and overall product performance.
