Job Description

Values & Innovation

At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate.

Our Values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that connects everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us why we're here, and fueling everything we do.

Our pursuit of better begins with innovation and with our team's mission of being the best. With us, you get the freedom to go further - no matter your role. That means developing, delivering, and selling the state-of-the-art products and digital tools that make top performers even better.

If you are a current Under Armour teammate, apply to this position on the Internal Career Site Here.

Purpose of Role

We are seeking a  Sportswear Footwear Designer I to shape Under Armour’s Sportswear category through a  sport x fashion x culture lens. This role blends  aesthetic expression and performance , creating culturally relevant footwear through modern design, storytelling, and innovation.

Your Impact

• Help to strengthen the UA footwear product engine from the design side, partnering directly with design leaders and teammates. 
• Partner with design leadership to drive for concepts Sportwear footwear
• Work and collaborate inclusively with Marketing, and Development teams to meet project objectives.
• Lead creation of individual footwear projects and milestone deliverables.
• Create deeply resonate product stories
• Develop and execute clear and detailed sketches, renderings and technical drawings.
• Present design project work within individual project teams, and at category design checkpoints.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in emerging fashion, youth culture, sport, and broader cultural trends.
• Creative thinker with the ability to develop innovative, performance‑rooted footwear concepts.
• Collaborative, positive teammate with strong communication, listening, and storytelling skills.
• Open‑minded, curious, receptive to feedback, and comfortable with diverse perspectives.
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Skilled in sketching, illustration, rendering, and creating accurate 2D technical drawings.
• Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, and presentation tools such as Keynote, PowerPoint, and Acrobat.
• Knowledgeable in form, color, materials, human factors, and introductory manufacturing processes.
• Ability to generate a broad range of concepts, problem‑solve creatively, and contribute to cross‑functional partnerships (Marketing, Engineering, Development, etc.).
• Experience designing and developing footwear or products (internships, school projects, or professional); AI creative tools, 3D software, and hand‑prototyping are a plus.

Workplace Location

• Location: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Baltimore or Portland  office.
• Work Schedule: This role follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring 4 days in-office per week. 

Sponsorship Eligibility: (US ONLY) UA does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based work authorization for this position at this time.

Relocation

• Relocation may be provided up to a specified amount

Base Compensation

$68,993.07-$94,865.46 USD

Most new hires fall within this range and have the opportunity to earn more over time. Initial placement within the salary range, however, is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills and experience for the position. UA is committed to helping our teammates succeed and advance in their careers. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

Benefits & Perks

• Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community
• Under Armour Merchandise Discounts
• Competitive 401(k) plan matching
• Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates
• Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being

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Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity

At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people representing a wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources team via candidateaccommodations@underarmour.com.

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