In short

On is looking for a visionary Head of 3D Product Design with a strong background in footwear, a deep understanding of product design, advanced expertise in 3D modeling, and a relentless curiosity for emerging technologies and tools. In this role, you will lead a team of 3D specialists and visual explorers, push the boundaries of digital design and drive the shift from traditional workflows to cutting-edge, 3D- and computationally-powered ways of working.

Your Mission

  • Build up, and grow a team of 3D modeling, rendering and visualization experts, ensuring close collaboration with all other designers to deliver outstanding work from early explorations and conceptual design all the way to production-ready 3D data sets.
  • Be an integral part of the design studio, continuously pushing the visual and technical boundaries of On’s products.
  • Inspire, coach and upskill individuals and teams to build the future-fit design capabilities required to lead in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
  • Drive the shift from 2D to 3D by integrating AI, computational design, and simulation tools defining On’s future design workflows and boosting creativity, efficiency and impact.
  • Take ownership of the realistic digital representation of materials in virtual prototypes including the scanning and processing of digital materials ensuring visual and physical accuracy.
  • Help to further minimize the need for physical samples and reduce development timelines, enabling the team to invest more time in creative design exploration.
  • Scale 3D pilot initiatives into robust and reliable workflows used across the design organization, continuously optimizing the way we work for long-term success.
  • Act as a critical link between internal teams in Zurich and Asia, as well as across cross-functional pods such as Development, Engineering, IT, and Operations, ensuring smooth alignment throughout the entire footwear creation process from concept to the production interface including Digital Twin creation for AR/VR applications and marketing assets.
  • Develop a holistic understanding of the digital landscape of our product organization and drive and implement this strategy together with cross-functional partners.
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  • Man and woman sat at desks talking
  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
  • Group of runners talking outside the office
  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera
  • Man and woman sat at desks talking
  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
  • Group of runners talking outside the office
  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera

Your story

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Product Design, Industrial Design, 3D Animation, Game Design, or a related field with a strong focus on 3D and digital design.
  • 7-10 years of experience in high-level design environments, with a strong portfolio of visual and performance product solutions.
  • Proven experience leading teams and/or large-scale projects in agile environments.
  • Deep expertise in 2D and 3D tools, from sketching to modeling to rendering to computational design.
  • Passion for performance products and a deep connection to the world of sports and movement.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Fluent in English (spoken and written).
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About the Team

You will work in the design studio with an international team of designers across different disciplines, designing and developing the most advanced products and technologies. We deliver Innovation and Design by leveraging state of the art manufacturing technologies and design tools. This team envisions and develops the most exciting long-term innovative solutions into high level product concepts across all our product verticals that are driven by Athlete Performance, the Fashion World, consumer insights, Sustainability goals and more. To be truly disruptive in this space this team rethinks the ways we make our products from the ground up and we seamlessly integrate design and technology to unlock new opportunities.

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The difference is in the detail. So we push boundaries. Mark those marginal gains. All in pursuit of designing ever better looking products. That’s what we do – what’s best today, can be improved tomorrow.

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What we offer

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.

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What to expect

We want to set everyone up for success, so here’s the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street – bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.

Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things.

Before you get started, feel free to consider if you want to work with us. Strange question? Well, we give people a lot of space to navigate their day-to-day and that style isn't for everyone. We want you to be passionate about what you do and be sure this is the right fit. Because when skills and passion combine – it creates that 'Wow' moment.