<div class="show-more-less-html__markup show-more-less-html__markup--clamp-after-5 relative overflow-hidden"> <strong>In short<br/><br/></strong>We are excited to offer the position of Senior Specialist – Footwear Design Performance within our Design team. In this role, you will contribute to the creation of next-generation performance footwear- translating athlete insights, biomechanical data and advanced technologies into innovative design solutions. You will operate in a fast-paced environment where the full design process — from concept exploration to production briefing — is driven by performance, precision and speed. Working at the intersection of sport science, computational design, AI-enabled workflows and advanced manufacturing, you will help shape the future of performance footwear.<br/><br/><strong>Your mission<br/><br/></strong><ul><li>You will be an integral part of the Performance Footwear Team Sports vertical, contributing to the development of high-performance products built for elite athletes.</li><li>You will own projects across the full design process — from initial research and concept creation through final commercialization.</li><li>You will translate athlete insights, biomechanical analysis and sport-specific movement patterns into meaningful design solutions that elevate performance on the field.</li><li>You will develop concepts, mockups, visuals, and high-quality 2D and 3D assets, supporting rapid iteration and clear communication across teams.</li><li>You will leverage advanced digital workflows including 3D design, computational tools and AI-driven ideation to accelerate concept exploration and innovation.</li><li>You will collaborate closely with sports engineering, biomechanics and testing teams to validate and refine performance hypotheses.</li><li>You will work closely with our development partners in Vietnam, traveling two to four times per year to finalize prototypes and bring concepts to production.</li><li>You will contribute to shaping On’s design vision and creative culture, pushing the boundaries of performance footwear within the Team Sports category.<br/><br/></li></ul><strong>Your story<br/><br/></strong><ul><li>Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Design, Product Design or a related field.</li><li>Proven experience in performance footwear design (3+ years), preferably within team sports or sport performance categories.</li><li>Strong understanding of athlete needs, movement patterns and performance requirements within team sports.</li><li>Expert skills in sketching and storytelling, combined with strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.</li><li>Advanced knowledge of 3D design tools such as Maya, ZBrush, Blender, Rhino or similar platforms.</li><li>Experience with AI-enabled creative tools, generative design workflows, and computational approaches to design exploration.</li><li>Understanding of footwear construction, materials and industrial manufacturing processes.</li><li>Hands-on mindset with the ability to build physical mockups and proof-of-concept prototypes.</li><li>Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to clearly articulate design ideas within cross-functional teams.</li><li>Fluent in English (written and spoken).<br/><br/></li></ul><strong>What We Offer<br/><br/></strong>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.<br/><br/>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. </div>