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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 30 days Tecovas's roles stay open a median of 29 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 42% of Tecovas's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Tecovas
- moderate 30 stale, 4 reposted of 92 open
- Hiring momentum
- 181 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Tecovas's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Tecovas.
About this role
The Design Director for Men's Footwear at Tecovas will lead the design and development of Western footwear, from concept to commercialization. This role involves driving seasonal design direction, conducting market research, collaborating with various teams, and mentoring junior designers. The position requires a strong understanding of footwear construction and design processes, as well as a passion for Western craftsmanship.
- benefits
- 4/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Tecovas as an employer.
What you need
- Bachelor's degree in Footwear Design, Industrial Design, Fashion Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
- 8+ years of footwear design experience, preferably within premium footwear, Western, outdoor, work, or lifestyle brands
- Demonstrated experience designing technically sound, commercially successful footwear collections
- Strong understanding of footwear construction, patterning, fit, materials, leather, components, and manufacturing processes
- Exceptional sketching, concept development, rendering, and storytelling abilities
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Nice to have
- Previous experience leading or mentoring designers
What you get
- Insurance plans that pay 79-90% of your health premium coverage and 100% of your dental & vision insurance coverage for your family/dependents
- 401(k) match
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible PTO policy
- Corporate wellness program
- Competitive salary - $150,000-165,000/annum (commensurate with experience)
Worth weighing
- Role requires relocation to Austin, TX
- Fast-paced environment may not suit everyone
- No specific mention of remote work options
- Salary range may not be competitive for all candidates
Summarised from Tecovas's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by Tecovas on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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