Equipment Product Developer — Hybrid (Denver)

The North Face

Denver (CO)

Hybrid

USD 86,000 - 108,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

The North Face is seeking a Product Developer, Equipment to lead the technical development of our packs, travel bags, and duffels from prototype to pre-production. You will translate design intent into production-ready solutions, create and maintain detailed specs in FlexPLM, and collaborate with Design, Product Mgmt, and global vendors to ensure performance and durability.

Candidates should have 4+ years in gear development, strong bag-construction knowledge, and proficiency with FlexPLM and

Qualifications

4+ years of product development experience in equipment/hardgoods.
Strong technical knowledge of bag construction and components.
Proficiency with FlexPLM and data discipline.
Working proficiency in Adobe Illustrator for technical diagrams.

Responsibilities

Own the technical development from prototype through pre-production and buy readiness.
Translate design intent into production-ready solutions across construction, patterning, reinforcement, and hardware.
Create and maintain specs in FlexPLM, including tech packs, BOMs, measurements, and labeling.
Review prototypes and provide vendor direction to resolve construction and durability issues.
Manage milestones and partner with Design/Product Mgmt to address risks and changes.
Review vendor costing and identify value-engineering opportunities.
Collaborate with Materials and Quality on selection, testing, sustainability, and compliance.
Use Illustrator to communicate construction details and artwork placement to vendors.