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Design Developer 1 - Tokyo Creation Center

Arc'teryx· Creative – Design
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Tokyo, JapanFull-timePosted 1mo ago

About the role

Design Developer 1 supports design by building product solutions aligned with the original design intent, collaborating cross-functionally from ideation to seasonal development, with a focus on responsible and sustainable design. Role is based in Tokyo, onsite.

Responsibilities

  • Support Product Design by developing unique and resolved solutions through patterning and concept prototyping, ensuring alignment with Arc’teryx design philosophies, the original intent and vision for the product
  • Support and/or contribute to Design by producing resolved garments, along with documentation to ensure scalable construction in bulk production
  • Collaborate with Designers, Pattern Makers and Product Developers to create, document and communicate new concepts, construction processes and techniques
  • Contribute to and/or build partial or complete concept prototypes for testing, review, and validation
  • Support Design on seasonal projects in collaboration with Pattern Makers and Product Developers as needed
  • Test different materials to assess suitability for various construction techniques and end uses, documenting results
  • Support Design Developers and Senior Design Developers with special projects
  • Assist the Sample and Design teams and respond to problems as they arise
  • Compile project scope, activities, and expenditures for projects eligible for funding programs (SR&ED, IRAP, NRC, MITACS, etc.)

Qualifications

  • 1+ years’ experience in a technical design environment (ideally apparel)
  • Diploma or degree in Fashion Design or equivalent experience
  • Previous pattern making experience, particularly CAD with Gerber
  • Strong sewing, building, and pattern making skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Illustrator, with ability to learn new applications quickly
  • Proactive in identifying root causes and seeking best solutions with commitment to do what is right
  • Flexible and adaptable when faced with ambiguity
  • Balances autonomy and collaboration
  • Inspires breakthrough thinking and continuous improvement
  • Passion for work and for outdoor activities related to Arc’teryx products

Skills

Required:Pattern makingPrototypingSewing and garment constructionSoftware: Microsoft OfficeAdobe Illustrator

Benefits

  • Equal Opportunity employer promoting inclusivity and fair treatment
  • Company culture encouraging Do Right values
  • Emphasis on positive change, community involvement, and personal growth
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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