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Senior level assistant technical director jobs place experienced professionals in charge of technical direction, project ownership, and the teams or workflows that deliver results at scale. Openings concentrate in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Construction & Real Estate, with 34% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like GHD, WSP, and WSP in the U.S. hiring at this level now.
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Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers—the Comfort Technology Company®—has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high-quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
Lead the strategy and execution of Skechers’ Technical Performance Footwear division, translating sport and consumer insights into innovative products that deliver unrivaled comfort and performance for consumers. Drive category growth through cross-functional partnership with design, marketing, and sales. This position will primarily be responsible for leading the strategy and development Technical Performance footwear.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Proven track record of delivering pinnacle technical performance footwear solutions that drove measurable business growth (category expansion, margin improvement, or market share gains).
- Translate insights into strategy: Leverage sport, trend, and consumer data to define category vision and product priorities.
- Strong merchandising background with the ability to build, balance, and position a performance product line that meets both consumer demand and business objectives.
- Lead product creation: Oversee the performance footwear development process from concept to market, ensuring alignment with KPIs (margin, sell-through, category growth, consumer satisfaction).
- Commercial alignment: Balance innovation and commercial viability, working with Product Management to deliver margin requirements, market readiness, and long-term brand positioning.
- Proven ability to lead, galvanize, and inspire high-performing teams with strong leadership IQ, fostering collaboration, accountability, and alignment to shared goals.
- Lead and mentor direct reports on the Product Management team, providing strategic direction, professional development, and clear prioritization to ensure alignment with Technical Performance goals.
- Exceptional presentation and communication skills, with the ability to effectively influence and inspire both internal stakeholders and external partners.
- Analyze sales reports to ensure achievement of KPI’s and optimize future line planning.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
- Deep understand of the performance consumer and market.
- Advanced analytical skills with strong business acumen.
- Ability to lead initiatives with flexibility to adapt and pivot quickly.
- Capable of leading product development efforts and issues.
- Team-first approach.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- College degree, preferably in business/marketing.
- 10+ years in footwear product management and category leadership, with emphasis on performance-driven categories.
- Strong technical performance footwear background.
- Experience garnering athlete insights and turning them into actionable product briefs.
- Demonstrated success in scaling performance product lines from concept to market.
The pay range for this position is $225,000-$250,000/yr USD.
About Skechers
Skechers, a global Fortune 500® company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing benefits@skechers.com.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.
Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers—the Comfort Technology Company®—has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high-quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
Lead the strategy and execution of Skechers’ Technical Performance Footwear division, translating sport and consumer insights into innovative products that deliver unrivaled comfort and performance for consumers. Drive category growth through cross-functional partnership with design, marketing, and sales. This position will primarily be responsible for leading the strategy and development Technical Performance footwear.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Proven track record of delivering pinnacle technical performance footwear solutions that drove measurable business growth (category expansion, margin improvement, or market share gains).
- Translate insights into strategy: Leverage sport, trend, and consumer data to define category vision and product priorities.
- Strong merchandising background with the ability to build, balance, and position a performance product line that meets both consumer demand and business objectives.
- Lead product creation: Oversee the performance footwear development process from concept to market, ensuring alignment with KPIs (margin, sell-through, category growth, consumer satisfaction).
- Commercial alignment: Balance innovation and commercial viability, working with Product Management to deliver margin requirements, market readiness, and long-term brand positioning.
- Proven ability to lead, galvanize, and inspire high-performing teams with strong leadership IQ, fostering collaboration, accountability, and alignment to shared goals.
- Lead and mentor direct reports on the Product Management team, providing strategic direction, professional development, and clear prioritization to ensure alignment with Technical Performance goals.
- Exceptional presentation and communication skills, with the ability to effectively influence and inspire both internal stakeholders and external partners.
- Analyze sales reports to ensure achievement of KPI’s and optimize future line planning.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
- Deep understand of the performance consumer and market.
- Advanced analytical skills with strong business acumen.
- Ability to lead initiatives with flexibility to adapt and pivot quickly.
- Capable of leading product development efforts and issues.
- Team-first approach.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- College degree, preferably in business/marketing.
- 10+ years in footwear product management and category leadership, with emphasis on performance-driven categories.
- Strong technical performance footwear background.
- Experience garnering athlete insights and turning them into actionable product briefs.
- Demonstrated success in scaling performance product lines from concept to market.
The pay range for this position is $225,000-$250,000/yr USD.
About Skechers
Skechers, a global Fortune 500® company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing benefits@skechers.com.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.
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Senior Level Assistant Technical Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level assistant technical director job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned complex technical workflows end-to-end, not just contributed to them. Demonstrating a history of leading cross-functional teams, resolving high-stakes production or delivery challenges, and mentoring junior staff gives candidates a clear edge. Tailoring your application to show scope of ownership, not just task completion, is what moves a senior-level resume to the top of the pile.
Which companies hire senior level assistant technical directors?
Companies hiring senior level assistant technical directors right now include GHD, WSP, and WSP in the U.S., based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from organizations with large-scale productions, ongoing technical operations, or multi-team departments that require experienced oversight and consistent technical leadership.
Are there remote senior level assistant technical director jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and production type. About 34% of senior level assistant technical director openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting demand from organizations that separate technical coordination and planning work from on-site execution. Live events, broadcast, and physical production roles are more likely to require an in-person presence at the senior level.
What makes an assistant technical director role senior level?
Senior level assistant technical director roles are defined by scope and accountability. At this stage, professionals are expected to own technical systems or workflows, make consequential decisions without close supervision, and serve as a resource for less experienced team members. The difference from mid-level is less about specific tasks and more about leading the technical approach, setting standards, and carrying responsibility for outcomes across a full project or department.
Which industries hire the most senior level assistant technical directors?
Senior level assistant technical director roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors typically operate at a scale and pace that demands experienced technical leadership, with ongoing productions, complex infrastructure, or high-volume output that makes senior-level oversight a consistent hiring need rather than an occasional one.