Head Last Maker/Technical Development Lead

Role DescriptionWe are hiring a Head Last Maker/Technical Development Lead to lead our technical footwear product development. This person will be a key member of our product development team, focusing on shoe last creation and fit optimization with a data centric, digital-first approach. We place enormous value on technical product engineering, and the role comes with top-tier compensation.The ideal candidate is a leader capable and driven to take full ownership of the digital last making and technical pattern confirmation processes.Core Responsibilities:Maintain an Organized Digital Last LibraryMaintain Last Measurements and Comparisons FilesReturn & Exchange (R&E) data and last measurements AnalysisContinuously evaluate the R&E data and last measurements to determine if a last should be changed and how it should be changed to optimize R&ELead the last development workflow Launch the new last for wear testing and productionMaintain a Library of our technical footwear patternsLead the Digital Patternmaking workflow, translating the "Digital Design Sample" to a "Digital Patterns for cutting"Opportunity to expand both your scope and build a teamRequired QualificationsSoftware Technical Skills: MUST have advanced proficiency in one of the following software programs or equivalent software. ShoemasterLutraCADRomans CADiCad3D+RhinoAutodeskFusion 360BlenderEasyLast3DCommunications: MUST be able to speak and write fluently in English. Organizational Skills: MUST be very organized and care deeply about maintaining accurate data and output libraries.You are:Intellectually curious, motivated by first principles thinking with a desire to truly understand the "why" behind every data point.Strong clear written communication, with the ability to distill complex ideas into actions.A holistic thinker, capable of crafting long-term solutions that enable a deeper understanding.Team-oriented, with a desire to make those around you better through mentorship and holding others accountable.Someone who likes to get things done - no-drama, high-integrity, high-work ethic.What do we offer?Top of Market Financial CompensationSubstantial Growth OpportunitiesFree Footwear!

Created: 2025-10-02