In short

As a Lead Footwear Developer, you will oversee the development of technical performance all-day footwear products. You will manage the entire process from initial concept through to production and commercialization. This role requires close collaboration with HQ Product Managers, Designers, and the broader cross-functional team to ensure the successful delivery of premium, functional, and market-ready footwear under tight timelines.

Your Mission

-Based in the north of Vietnam, Hanoi, you will lead the development process by leveraging your expertise, while continuously improving and refining the development procedures with our sourcing partners. -You will work in tandem with design and product marketing teams to realize footwear that meets functional and performance standards, adhering to a fast-paced product creation calendar. -You will define and implement the most effective methods to manage the product creation process. This includes conducting regular meetings with product time during each development phase to review progress, make necessary adjustments, and drive decisions to ensure on-time production under the short timeline. -You will collaborate closely with Vietnam development teams in the north, sourcing teams, and T1 and T2 partners to ensure seamless communication and alignment throughout the accelerated development cycle.

  • You will provide expert guidance on materials, components, and construction options to meet pricing targets and functional requirements.
  • You will provide knowledge and recommendations on materials, component and construction options to meet pricing targets and product’s functional requirements
  • You will plan and execute the development processes according to critical dates and team/company goals.
  • You will be responsible for monitoring costs and advising where product efficiencies can be made.
  • You will work hand in hand with our testing team and biomechanics expert for successful validation and testing of the products, as well as effectively manage the sampling and prototyping of the products.
  • You will work closely with the innovation team to implement new innovation in our Footwear products.
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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

  • You have a higher education degree in Engineering or a related field
  • You have 8+ years of experience as a footwear developer.
  • You have demonstrated technical expertise in footwear product development, process, projects manager, costing and manufacturing of performance footwear products from conceptions to retail
  • You have experience interpreting tech packs and reading 2D files
  • You have the ability to follow complex processes and can offer ideas to improve on existing methods of working
  • You have excellent time management skills and the ability to work with multiple deadlines autonomously.
  • You have sharp communication skills in both written and spoken English- You are competent with MS Office and have experience with graphic programs such as Adobe Illustrator
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About the Team

We are an innovative, creative and science-driven team working closely to convert cutting-edge ideas into prototypes and exceptional performance products. High quality and performance are top of mind when creating our footwear products. Our team combines the best experts in fields such as Engineering, Development and Product Management to create something extraordinary.

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Explorer

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Successful creation is all about thinking differently. We celebrate crazy ideas and face challenges head-on to shape better, more innovative products and inspire a better brand.

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Ernest

Footwear Development, Ho Chi Minh City

Unlike other brands, we aren't just executioners out here in Vietnam, we give ideas as well. Sometimes they have a new idea in Zurich and we might find a process to make it more efficient and we share that.
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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.