Principal Product Developer

About the Company

At echos above, sneakers aren’t just products. They’re stories built with craft, detail, and purpose. We design with restraint and execute with precision, creating sneakers that feel timeless yet modern.

About the Role

We’re hiring a Principal Product Developer to own our product journey from concept through final production inside our own facility. This is a rare opportunity to build with complete control over design, development, and execution under one roof.

Responsibilities

• Lead sneaker development end to end, from initial design intent through commercialization
• Own footwear pattern making with precision in fit, proportion, and construction
• Translate creative direction into technical specifications, tooling details, and production documentation
• Oversee prototyping, sampling, and fit trials directly in our facility with the agility to refine quickly
• Partner with our in-house production team and external suppliers to deliver premium results
• Anticipate and solve challenges in construction, materials, and scalability without compromise
• Ensure bulk production readiness with consistency, efficiency, and uncompromising quality

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in footwear product development
• Strong expertise in pattern making and commercialization
• Deep technical knowledge of lasts, outsole tooling, materials, and manufacturing methods
• Experience working directly inside or alongside factories
• Ability to manage cost targets, timelines, and premium quality standards simultaneously
• Passion for sneakers, design craft, and building products that last

Apply with your resume, highlighting your portfolio in it and apply or email your CV tokishan@echosabove.com