Product Developer Full Time NEW

About Us:

Boardriders is home to the world’s most iconic action sports and lifestyle brands, including Quiksilver, Billabong, Roxy, RVCA, Volcom, DC Shoes, Element, and more. We exist to awaken the spirit of freedom and adventure, building communities and protecting the playgrounds we love.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

We live the lifestyle our brands represent and work with passionate people who care about what they do. You will join a team that values authenticity, openness, collaboration and community and you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying:

• Generous discounts on clothing and products – save up to 75% across our brands for you, your family and friends!
• Opportunities for career growth and personal development.
• A genuine work/life balance within a unique, healthy & supportive environment.
• Regular staff events, including our legendary annual surf day (that’s right, a fully paid day at the beach featuring our own surf competition with team athletes, outdoor Pilates, beach games, food trucks, and plenty more).
• A campus‑style workspace showcasing each of our brands, complete with an on‑site café, free parking, short walk to Stockland’s shopping centre and just a 5‑minute drive to the beach (not forgetting our outdoor skate ramp if that’s your thing!)
• Free, exclusive lunchtime gym sessions at World Gym Burleigh.

About the Role

As a Product Developer, you’ll join a highly skilled and collaborative team based in Burleigh Heads, where you’ll manage the technical and production aspects of product development, while collaborating with designers on the creative and aesthetic aspects. You will oversee the end-to-end product development process, ensuring design concepts are translated into manufacturable products, meeting deadlines and quality standards.

In this dynamic role you’ll act as the primary liaison with supply chain, sourcing, and product teams, ensuring the delivery of our product to the end consumer. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Product Developer to gain experience in a large business with a suite of lifestyle brands.

• Lead the technical development of individual garments and accessories, ensuring designs are manufacturable, of high-quality, and meet production deadlines.
• Work closely with designers to convert creative concepts into production-ready tech packs, ensuring technical accuracy.
• Partner with sourcing teams to align materials, production timelines, and specifications to meet product needs.
• Oversee the production process from sample to bulk, ensuring adherence to quality standards and deadlines.
• Join a collaborative team of experienced Product Developers, sharing expertise and learning from one another in a supportive environment.

What You Bring

You’re an experienced Product Developer who has a sound knowledge of the fashion and fabric industry with a passion for turning the vision into a production reality.  You’ll also have:

• 1-2 years (plus) experience in product development, garment construction, fabric properties, and production processes.
• Technical proficiency in PLM systems, Adobe Creative Cloud, and building on tech pack creation.
• Ability to manage multiple apparel products and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

At Boardriders, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can bring their best self to work every day. We believe each employee has a voice to be heard and together we encourage creativity and self-expression in a safe, supportive and respectful environment.

Are you ready to join a team of fantastic people who bring their passion and creativity into work every day? Interviews start now — so don’t wait!

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