Footwear Developer

Job Description

Title : Footwear Developer

Location : Onsite, El Segundo CA

Reports to : Director, Product Creation

Who we are

At Wolf & Shepherd, we blend performance and luxury to redefine modern footwear. We believe in equipping everyday champions with the confidence to conquer their day, whether in the boardroom, on the move, or beyond. Wolf & Shepherd is searching for talent to contribute to the future development of our brand. We’re looking for someone with passion, creativity, and an entrepreneurial spirit to join our team as Footwear Developer.

What we need

We’re looking for a highly driven, detail-oriented footwear professional who is passionate about product, materials, fit and who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. This is a key role for our company, with direct impact on the quality, performance, and innovation of our product line.

The Footwear Developer will be responsible for managing the end-to-end development process from concept through production, ensuring product integrity, cost targets, timelines, and performance standards are met. The ideal candidate balances technical expertise with creative problem-solving and strong cross-functional collaboration. You will partner closely with design, sourcing, merchandising, and production teams to bring best-in-class footwear to market.

Job Type

This is a full-time, exempt role with an onsite work schedule based in our HQ office in El Segundo, CA.

Job Responsibilities

Development Execution & Timeline Management

• Own day-to-day execution of the footwear development process from concept handoff through production readiness.
• Manage seasonal development calendars, ensuring on-time delivery of prototypes, SMS samples, and production approvals.
• Track and communicate development status, risks, and dependencies to the Director of Product Creation.

Technical Development & Product Integrity

Materials & Component Execution

Fit, Wear Testing & Quality Readiness

Factory & Vendor Coordination

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Qualifications

Perks and Benefits

We are committed to offering our employees a challenging and rewarding work environment, opportunities for growth and development, benefits, and a competitive compensation package.

Wolf & Shepherd is an Equal Opportunity Employer.