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Design Developer 1 - Women's Hike

Arc'teryx· Creative – Design
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North Vancouver, BCCA$71k - CA$93kFull-timePosted 3mo ago

About the role

Support design by building product solutions aligned with the original intent and vision; collaborate cross-functionally from ideation through seasonal development; contribute to sustainable design and innovative problem solving within the Women’s Hike team.

Responsibilities

  • You support Product Design by developing unique and resolved solutions through patterning and sewing concept prototypes, ensuring alignment with Arc’teryx design philosophies, the original intent and vision for the product
  • In collaboration with Designers, Pattern Makers and Product Developers, you support and/or contribute to creation, documentation and communication of new concepts, construction processes and techniques that meet Arc’teryx product ideals
  • You contribute to and/or build partial or complete concept prototypes to allow solutions to be tested, reviewed, and validated
  • You support Design in collaboration with Pattern Makers and Product Developers on seasonal projects as needed
  • You test different materials to assess suitability for various construction techniques and end uses, documenting information and results throughout the process
  • You support Design Developers and Senior Design Developers with special projects as needed
  • You support and/or assist the Sample and Design teams and respond to problems as they arise
  • You are responsible to compile project scope, activities, and expenditures, of projects deemed eligible for submission to funding programs (SR&ED, IRAP, NRC, MITACS, and so forth)
  • Expressive Hike collections
  • Down garment innovation
  • Construction ingenuity for all garment types

Qualifications

  • 1+ years’ experience working in a technical design environment (ideally apparel)
  • A diploma or degree in Fashion Design or equivalent experience
  • Previous pattern making experience, particularly CAD experience with Gerber
  • Strong sewing, building, and pattern making skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Illustrator, with the ability to pick up new computer applications quickly
  • Proactive in identifying root causes and seeking effective solutions
  • Flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity
  • Balances autonomy and collaboration
  • Inspires breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement
  • Passion for the work and for outdoor activities related to Arc’teryx products
  • Strong knowledge of Arc’teryx products and involvement in related activities

Skills

Required:Pattern makingSewing and garment constructionPrototypingSoftware: Microsoft OfficeAdobe Illustrator

Benefits

  • Health & wellbeing - Extended health, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health support, fertility benefits, gender-affirming care and 24/7 EAP
  • Financial wellbeing - RRSP matching, eligibility for Annual Incentive Plan and access to ESPP where applicable
  • Time & Flexibility - Paid time off, wellness time, No Wasted Day program
  • Family support - Parental leave top-up and nesting period for new parents
  • Growth, community & gear - Professional development, Arc'teryx Academies, Employee Belonging Councils, employee discounts and Pro Deals
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Arc'teryx

Outdoor Clothing, Technical Outerwear, & Accessories | Arc'teryx United States

Arc'teryx is a high performance outdoor equipment company known for leading innovations in climbing, skiing and alpine technologies

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