Design Developer 2 – Veilance

Department: Design 

Reports to: Director, Design

Location: North Vancouver, BC 

Your opportunity at ARC’TERYX:

As Design Developer 2, you build fully resolved solutions that are in alignment with the original intent and vision of Veilance product design. You are a passionate, hands-on builder, sewer or developer who brings curiosity to find creative solutions for a better way to innovate. In close collaboration with the designers you contribute to rapid prototyping and proof of concept development, from ideation through to seasonal inline.

This role is based out of our North Vancouver office and is expected to be performed on-site. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

Meet your future team:

We are innovative problem solvers with a focus on collaborative teamwork. Fueled by curiosity, we take an immersive approach to identifying future needs in city environments, then build, test, and validate high-end product solutions.

If you were the Design Developer 2 now, here are some of the core activities you would be responsible for:

• Contributing to product design by developing unique and resolved solutions through sketching, patterning and concept prototyping; ensuring alignment with Arc’teryx design philosophies, original intent and vision for the product 
• Producing production level and resolved garments, along with the supporting documentation to ensure scalable construction in a bulk production environment 
• Collaborating with Designers, Pattern Makers and Product Developers to create, document and communicate new concepts, construction processes, techniques and manufacturing solutions that meet Arc’teryx product ideals 
• Building partial or complete concept prototypes to allow solutions to be tested, reviewed, and validated
• Collaborating with Pattern Makers and Product Developers on seasonal projects as required
• Influencing and contributing to developing design standards and to ensure consistency across all styles within the line plan, including working with Pattern Making, Product Development and Fit & Pattern teams to validate and implement standards 
• Testing various materials to assess suitability for various construction techniques and end uses, providing recommendations on final selection as well as documenting information and results throughout the process 
• Supporting in the creation of field and wear test samples by providing direction and requests to the Cutting team as required 
• Assisting the Sample and Design teams in responding to problems as they arise 
• Supporting the onboarding and training of new hires and team members 

Here are some of the things you could be working on in the future:

• Evolving existing product franchises with new and innovative solutions 
• Improving and elevating finishes across the entire product range 
• Developing new construction techniques and collaborating on trim innovations 

Are you our next Design Developer 2?

• You have 3+years’ experience working in a technical design environment
• You have a diploma or degree in Fashion Design, or the equivalent experience 
• You have strong sewing, building, and pattern making skills 
• You are technically proficient using CLO3D, Adobe Illustrator and you have CAD experience within Gerber, or the equivalent pattern software 
• You are proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Illustrator, able to pick up new computer applications quickly 
• You are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues, seeking the best (sometimes not the easiest) solutions, with an unwavering commitment to do what is right
• You remain highly flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity 
• You effectively balance autonomy and collaboration 
• You inspire breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement, seeking minimal and integrated design solutions 
• A strong knowledge of Arc’teryx products and interest/experience in key pieces that are part of the city wardrobe

Equal Opportunity 

Arc’teryx is committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and guests, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance.

Creating an inclusive workplace is connected to our core values, while also having the added benefit of helping make our business better. We believe inclusion helps us to create a healthier, happier workplace, drive creativity and innovation, and reflect the communities where we operate. ​ 

All applicants, employees, and guests can expect equality of opportunity and fair treatment in alignment with our values.

Design your Purpose. Live our Values.

DISRUPTIVE EVOLUTION. Design your future through challenge, experimentation, and inspiration. 

COMMIT. Set and deliver on bold objectives as we collectively raise the bar. 

LIVE IT. Deepen your connection to nature and live your most purposeful life. 

LEAVE IT BETTER. Create a better world, together. ​