Sr. Product Developer

ALOHA Collection is a fast growing lifestyle brand that was born out of a love of travel, adventure and the ocean. This California based brand with Hawaiian roots located in Encinitas, CA focuses on travel accessories. Travel is our inspiration, the beach is our home.

ROLE OVERVIEW
The Senior Product Developer will play a critical role within the Product team by leading the development and sourcing of products from concept through production. This role requires strong technical expertise, cross‑functional collaboration, and strategic thinking to deliver high‑quality products that meet brand alignment, customer needs, business goals and regulatory requirements. This role partners closely with ALOHA Collection founders, VP of Product and the Creative team to bring commercially successful, consumer‑right products to market on time and within margin targets.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Lead end-to-end product development, from ideation and feasibility through design, testing, launch, and post-launch optimization

Execute direction given by Founders, VP of Product and Sr Director of Merchandising to expand product line and push the brand forward

Mentor and guide product developers and contribute to best practices across the product development team with a positive and solution focused mindset

Manage product development timelines, milestones, and risks to ensure on-time delivery of samples and production and have the ability to pivot and problem solve when needed

Ability to manage tight timelines and work with factories to prioritize in order to stay on calendar

Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Merchandising, Design/Creative and Supply Chain

Oversee prototyping, testing, validation, and iteration of products to ensure performance, quality, and usability standards

Provide Operations teams with info needed for compliance and relevant regulatory, safety, and quality standards

Support cost optimization, scalability, and manufacturability without compromising product quality

Manage Costing for all categories/New Product and work closely with VP of Product to ensure alignment

EXPERIENCE WE’RE LOOKING FOR

5–8+ years of product development experience (accessories, soft goods, apparel, or consumer goods preferred)

Bachelor’s degree in Design, Product Development, Merchandising, International Business, or related field

Demonstrated success in leading and formally mentoring product developers.

Strong experience creating and managing Tech Packs (specs, BOMs, trim sheets) and tracking WIP reports

Deep understanding of materials, construction, sourcing, factory development cycles, and the end-to-end product lifecycle (concept to shipping)

Ability to manage multiple categories and collections simultaneously while meeting deadlines

Experienced in daily communication with overseas partners; able to travel internationally as needed

Proficient in Google Workspace, Adobe Illustrator, Slack, and Excel (sketching ability a plus)

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

Detail oriented with a strong work ethic with superior organizational skills

Strong cross-functional communication, problem-solving, and price‑point management skills

Highly detail-oriented, persistent, and solutions-driven

Thrives in fast‑paced, evolving environments

Maintains a positive, team‑oriented mindset

Passion for the industry; knowledge of Hawaiian culture is a plus

WHAT WE OFFER
From the start, our founders, Heather and Rachael, envisioned a company culture that was dynamic, intentional and sustainable. We provide education about Hawaiian culture and opportunities for personal and professional growth for every member of Team ALOHA. We believe in work‑life balance and trust, which is why we offer flexible remote working options and show up with compassion when life’s unexpected moments arise. And if you haven’t heard, we LOVE working together!

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

Schedule

Full-Time, Monday – Friday

Hybrid | 3-5 days in office; varies by business needs

Pay

$90,000 – $110,000

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