Senior Product Developer

  At Deckers Brands, Together, Every Step is a promise kept that every employee can bring their authentic self, is valued and supported, as a whole person, at work and beyond. Together, Every Step is how we continue to deliver exceptional business results, experience an amazing place to work, and have a positive impact on the communities and world around us. 

Job Title: Senior Product Developer - UGG Footwear

Reports to: Director, Product Development - UGG Footwear

Location: Goleta, CA (Hybrid)

The Role

As a Senior Product Developer for UGG Footwear, you’ll be a key driver in the product creation process, managing projects from initial brief through final prototyping and commercialization. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure every product meets design intent, quality standards, and critical timelines. Your expertise will help deliver innovative, high-quality footwear that reflects the UGG brand’s commitment to comfort, style, and performance.

We celebrate diversity--of your background, your experiences and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all of our employees can Come as They Are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly Better Together.

Your Impact

• Manage the end-to-end product development process for multiple categories and product types
• Problem-solve design tech packages to address construction, material, fit, wear, and cost concerns
• Generate and maintain accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) for all assigned projects
• Review project status with product creation and development teams, focusing on patterns, molds, materials, pricing, and manufacturing processes
• Lead product teardowns to evaluate construction, comfort, and cost
• Proactively identify issues and present solution options to team members
• Provide alternatives in construction, materials, costing, and duties to PLMs and product design teams
• Review technical drawings, lab tests, patterns, components, and lasts to ensure quality and compliance
• Plan and execute development projects according to critical timelines and pre-planned dates
• Lead and facilitate timely creation, delivery, and approval of technical information
• Manage fit and wear testing to ensure successful commercialization and mass production
• Oversee sample delivery and approval to support smooth transitions into production
• Strive for continuous improvement by examining defective returns and monitoring new technologies
• Assist in training new team members and support a collaborative team environment
• Travel to development factories and trade shows as needed

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• 5-8 years’ experience in the footwear industry
• Experience building product specifications and working knowledge of material applications
• Strong understanding of product constructions and development processes
• Proficient in Microsoft and Adobe applications
• Skilled in FlexPLM or similar systems
• Ability to use industry tools such as calipers, hardness gauge, tape measure, profile gauge, Brannock device, etc.
• Effective communicator and collaborator across cross-functional teams
• Creative problem-solver with the ability to mentor junior team members
• Capable of working in a complex global organization with competing deadlines and priorities

What We'll Give You

• Competitive Pay and Bonuses - We’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they’re valued.
• Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.
• Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees’ needs to get out, get healthy and come back stronger than ever.
• Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras
• Growth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That’s why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.
• Health and Wellness - There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.

$87,900.00 - $118,600.00

The salary range posted reflects the estimated minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this role in:

Goleta, California

Individual pay will be determined by location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for our brands. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all the other beautiful parts of your identity.