Designer

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: Sr. Designer - UGG Footwear Reports to: Sr. Manager, Design Location: Goleta, CA - Hybrid The Role As a Sr. Designer for UGG Footwear, you’ll lead the design and creation of women’s fashion footwear, aligning with UGG’s brand vision and seasonal initiatives. You’ll develop concepts, sketches, CADs, and colorways, balancing innovation, commercial appeal, and brand authenticity. Your work will span seasonal development, cross‑functional collaboration, trend research, and inspiration support, all while contributing to a collaborative team environment. Your Impact Design women’s fashion footwear products in line with UGG’s creative direction and seasonal goals Develop original, trend‑relevant product designs, concepts, sketches, CADs, and colorways Translate seasonal briefs and creative direction into compelling footwear products Create technical sketches, artwork, merchandise boards, and supporting materials for development and presentation Adhere to seasonal Critical Path calendar deadlines for timely product execution Partner with Product and Development teams to select materials and execute designs within pricing targets Schedule and facilitate meetings with internal teams and external partners, including agendas, samples, and materials Collaborate with development teams to expedite tech/spec packages and product approvals Monitor global fashion, footwear, and consumer market trends to inform product direction Interpret trend insights into commercially viable and globally appealing products Attend seasonal kickoff meetings and participate in assigned design travel Assist with travel coordination and inspiration planning activities Gather and apply market, cultural, and trend inspiration from travel experiences Coordinate with Product and Development Coordinators on sample ordering, tracking, delivery, and organization Maintain team sample libraries for accessibility, reference, and confidentiality Support onboarding and training of new team members and contribute positively to a collaborative team environment Who You Are Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience 4+ years’ experience in footwear design or related field Solid understanding of construction and shoemaking process Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Procreate Demonstrate authenticity, integrity, and courage Value diverse perspectives and leverage team talents Drive strategy and cultivate innovation li> Deliver results through prioritization, planning, and execution 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 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 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr