Role Overview

Join Lululemon's world-class Footwear Design team in Portland, Oregon as a Footwear Designer. At Lululemon, we're not just creating shoes—we're crafting transformative footwear experiences that empower athletes, yogis, runners, and everyday movers. Our innovative performance apparel company sets the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, and now we're expanding our footwear line with cutting-edge products that blend style, fit, function, and sustainability.

As a Footwear Designer at Lululemon, you'll drive the creative direction for our brand's footwear portfolio. From concept sketches to commercialization, you'll utilize deep guest insights, cultural trends, and science-backed solutions to address unmet needs. Collaborate with color, materials, and 3D design teams in a culture of continuous learning and boundary-pushing innovation. If you have a passion for athletic footwear design, global trends, and building products that make people feel unstoppable, this Lululemon career is your chance to shine.

Key Responsibilities at Lululemon

Thrive in a dynamic environment where your designs directly impact millions. Here's what you'll do as a Footwear Designer:

• Design end-to-end footwear experiences: From initial concept to market-ready products for performance running shoes, training sneakers, and casual lifestyle footwear.
• Conduct trend research: Synthesize global cultural, aesthetic, sport trends, athlete feedback, and market data to inform design briefs.
• Sketch and iterate relentlessly: Use Adobe Suite to render compelling visuals, solve innovation challenges, and tell stories through design.
• Collaborate cross-functionally: Partner with materials, color, 3D, and product teams to perfect fit, function, silhouette, and style.
• Create tech packs: Develop detailed specifications, 2D sketches, and visualization tools for seamless production handoff.
• Strategize color launches: Work with Color Designers on seasonal palettes and blocking that align with Lululemon's brand aesthetic.
• Manage project timelines: Own multiple seasons simultaneously, hitting gates, milestones, and deliverables under pressure.
• Drive revisions and redlines: Ensure development partners stay aligned with your vision amid construction challenges.
• Foster team growth: Mentor junior designers, build unity, and inspire innovative thinking in a supportive environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed as a Lululemon Footwear Designer, bring these essentials:

• Minimum 3+ years of footwear design experience in performance or athletic apparel.
• BA, BFA, or BS in Design (or equivalent hands-on expertise).
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign for pro-level sketching and tech packs.
• Demonstrated aesthetic intelligence and awareness of global fashion, art, and design landscapes.
• Strong project management skills for juggling overlapping seasons and cross-functional partnerships.
• Proven innovative thinking with a track record of pushing product boundaries.
• Excellent communication: Articulate ideas verbally, visually, and through storytelling.
• Entrepreneurial spirit: Take ownership, lead with courage, and foster connections with honesty and joy.

Must-haves include personal responsibility, continuous innovation, and a people-first mindset that aligns with Lululemon's core values.

Salary & Benefits

Earn a competitive salary ranging from $85,000 - $125,000 USD annually based on experience, plus Lululemon's unbeatable perks package designed for your well-being and growth:

• Top-tier medical, dental, vision insurance with low premiums.
• 401(k) matching up to 4% of your salary.
• Unlimited PTO and flexible holidays.
• 50% employee discount on all Lululemon products.
• 16 weeks paid parental leave.
• Wellness reimbursement for gym memberships, yoga, and mental health apps.
• Learning & Development stipend ($1,000+ annually).
• Equity grants and employee stock purchase program.
• Hybrid work options in vibrant Portland, OR.

Plus, community giveback programs and fun team-building events that embody our 'fun and joy' ethos.

Why Join Lululemon?

Lululemon isn't just a job—it's a movement. We're building a healthier, more connected world through innovative products and inclusive culture. In Portland, Oregon, our design hub pulses with creativity, surrounded by outdoor adventures that inspire our work. Enjoy equitable growth opportunities, where your voice matters and your ideas shape the future of athletic footwear. Join a team obsessed with excellence, guest love, and positive change. With our emphasis on people, stores, and community connections, you'll grow personally and professionally while wearing the best gear on the market.

Portland offers unbeatable quality of life: hike Forest Park, run the Waterfront Trail, or surf at the coast—all while designing the next big thing in performance footwear.

How to Apply

Ready to lace up your career with Lululemon? Apply now for this Footwear Designer role in Portland, OR! Submit your portfolio showcasing footwear sketches, tech packs, and trend research. Highlight your Adobe skills, project management wins, and passion for athletic innovation. We review applications on a rolling basis—don't wait! Create positive change with us today.

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