Developer 1 - Footwear

Under Armour; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid “UA Give Back” Volunteer Days

Under Armour Merchandise Discounts

Competitive 401(k) plan matching

Maternity and Parental Leave

Health & fitness benefits

Job summary

Under Armour is seeking a Developer 1 – Footwear in Baltimore to drive footwear product development from brief to production approval. You will lead cross‑functional teams, optimize fit and comfort, and ensure cost targets and sustainability alignment throughout the process.

You will manage pattern engineering, 2D/3D design, and BOM creation, collaborating with design, sourcing, and manufacturing partners to deliver quality footwear on time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in footwear, biomechanics, industrial, chemical engineering or related field.
• Footwear product development experience strongly preferred.
• Experience traveling and working with footwear manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple projects from Brief through Design, Development, Costing and Commercialization.
• Plan and execute development to meet seasonal critical dates for on‑time delivery.
• Ensure designs are manufacturable and meet cost and quality objectives.

Skills

Pattern engineering

Costing

Model making

Upper/lower pattern drafting

2D documentation

3D design

Mold making

Materials sourcing

Patents

Manufacturing processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in footwear engineering or related field

Masters degree (preferred)

Footwear product development experience

Tools

Centric

Microsoft Suite

Adobe Illustrator

3D viewer

Job description

Values & Innovation

At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate.

Values & Innovation

At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate. Our Values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that connects everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us why we're here, and fueling everything we do. This role is eligible for our Footwear Talent Sprint referral program.

Purpose of Role

The Developer 1 – Footwear will support driving Footwear product development from brief to confirm for production (Buy ready). In this role you are responsible for building and supporting overall footwear cross-functional teams with the best in class of fit & comfort, performance, and create a world class footwear. This individual will focus on development through footwear best practices & standards. You will find technical solutions, build at cost, align to UA’s sustainability strategy, and adhere to product integrity via consumer satisfaction and UA’s Footwear requirements.

Your Impact

• Utilize your advanced skills in pattern engineering and subsequent costing/quality implications, model making, part drawings, drafting, 2D documentation, 3D, mold making, materials, customs, patents, and most aspects of the manufacturing processes.
• Lead and manage multiple projects from Brief stage through Design, Development, Costing and Commercialization
• Plan and execute project development according to the seasonal critical dates that lead to on–time delivery of sales samples and production confirmation
• Display an in-depth knowledge of the manufacturing process with the ability to manipulate the process in order to advance and achieve new manufacturing techniques which enhance the overall performance of product
• Consult with design and development teammtes to ensure that designs are manufacturable and meet cost and quality objectives of the organization
• Support Asia development trips as necessary to work with manufacturers and suppliers on existing and current development projects
• Recommend and specify to product team the material, component, and construction options to meet pricing targets and product’s functional goals, as well as assure product performance integrity through product testing (physical and field testing)
• Initiate and lead meetings with product teams during various phases of development to review, evaluate, update, and ultimately drive the decision-making process that leads to on–time production confirmation and margin goals
• Provide technical packages for assigned projects for each season, including midsole/outsole blueprints, upper pattern packages, color maps, project specifications
• Create and maintaining BOM and fulfill development requirements in Centric system.
• Collaborate across cross-functional teams using VR production creation as a part of sample round.
• Participate in product presentations and reviews at seasonal sales meetings, with our retail partners and other internal functions
• Closely collaborate and manage product integrity, Fit & Comfort with category wear-test analyst throughout the development process

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with typically 2 years of related experience or Masters degree without experience or typically 6 years of relevant experience without degree. Footwear,
• Biomechanical/Industrial/or Chemical Engineering or a related field preferred.
• Experience traveling and working with Footwear manufactures
• Advanced knowledge of Footwear product development and manufacturing experience
• Ability to work professionally and efficiently cross-functionally with teams including Sales, Marketing, Production, and Operations
• Strong understanding of the working methods and cultural norms of source countries
• Ability to critique, adjust and evaluate technical blueprints (outsole/ midsole/ upper), upper patterns and materials from a performance, manufacturing, and functional perspective.
• Program Experience: Microsoft Suite, Adobe Illustrator, or 3D viewer, and Centric

Workplace Location

• Location: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Baltimore, MD office.
• Work Schedule: This role follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring 4 days in-office per week.

Sponsorship Eligibility: (US ONLY) UA does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based work authorization for this position at this time.

Relocation

• Relocation may be provided up to a specified amount

Base Compensation

$65,000.00-$90,000.00 USD
Most new hires fall within this range and have the opportunity to earn more over time. Initial placement within the salary range, however, is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills and experience for the position. UA is committed to helping our teammates succeed and advance in their careers. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

Benefits & Perks

• Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community
• Under Armour Merchandise Discounts
• Competitive 401(k) plan matching
• Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates
• Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity

At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people representing a wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources team via [e-mail].