Footwear Designer II, Team Sports & Cleated

Under Armour is seeking a design lead to help shape the future of its Team Sports footwear through purposeful design and impactful story-telling. The role connects directly with athletes at every level — from Little League to All-Stars — in the locker room, in the weight room, on the sidelines and on the field, translating insight into better fit, feel and performance. The individual works across teams to bring products from concept to the shelf, partnering with design leadership and with functions such as Marketing, Engineering, Development, product and merchandising.

• Strengthen the product engine from the design side, partnering directly with design leadership.
• Manage large-scale projects and processes.
• Develop and execute clear and detailed sketches, technical packages and BOMs.
• Partner with design leadership to drive concepts for footwear and overall product conceptualisation, including material, trim and colour.
• Ensure that designs meet category price point and target margin.
• Lead creation of seasonal category content and milestone deliverables.
• Drive partnerships beyond the design function, including Marketing, Engineering and Development.
• Partner directly with product and merchandising leads to deliver an appropriate global assortment.
• Present as design lead at category and seasonal milestone meetings, including design check points, style design review and colour review.

• Bachelor's degree with typically 5 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with typically 3 years of relevant experience, or typically 9 years of relevant work experience without a degree.
• Passion every day to design compelling and cutting-edge product with a specific focus in footwear.
• Strong appreciation for sport and the culture of sport.
• Strong sketching, illustration and rendering skills, with expert Photoshop and Illustrator skills.
• Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials.

• Working knowledge of 3D software is a plus.

• The individual must reside within commuting distance of the Baltimore, MD (HQ) office.
• Follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring 4 days in-office per week.
• Under Armour does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based work authorization for this position at this time (US only).

• Most new hires fall within this range and have the opportunity to earn more over time; initial placement within the salary range is based on the individual's relevant knowledge, skills and experience for the position.

• Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days, working alongside the team to support initiatives in the local community.
• Under Armour merchandise discounts.
• Competitive 401(k) plan matching.
• Maternity and parental leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates.
• Health and fitness benefits, discounts and resources, with programmes offered across the country to promote physical activity and overall well-being.
• Relocation may be provided up to a specified amount.

Under Armour is committed to empowering those who strive for more, and its values — Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality — serve as both a roadmap for its teams and the qualities expected of every teammate. The company's pursuit of better begins with innovation and with its team's mission of being the best, giving teammates the freedom to go further no matter their role. Under Armour develops, delivers and sells state-of-the-art products and digital tools that make top performers even better.