GUCCI Sneakers

As Sneakers & Sport Shoes Designer, you translate seasonal briefs into original sneaker concepts for Gucci’s Men’s and Women’s Fashion and Core collections. You will research culture, sport, and trends to inform design and develop technical specs that balance brand identity with comfort and innovation. You collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine concepts through prototyping and fittings, driving high-quality, feasible footwear. This role sits at the intersection of creative vision and technical execution, contributing to Gucci’s iconic sneaker language. A strong hook is the opportunity to shape modern luxury sneakers within a storied fashion house.

• company canteen
• supplementary health insurance
• company welfare program
• annual target bonus up to 20% of gross salary

• Translate briefs into original sneaker concepts for Men’s and Women’s Fashion and Core collections
• Conduct research on culture, sport, performance, streetwear, vintage references, materials, technologies and trends
• Develop sketches, color proposals, technical drawings and design specifications
• Create new sneaker concepts and product families while evolving Gucci icons
• Collaborate with design team to align with overall collection vision
• Partner with Product Development and Merchandising to translate concepts into feasible products
• Participate in fittings and prototype reviews, refining fit, comfort, materials, colorways and details
• Explore innovative materials, sustainable solutions, sole technologies and production techniques
• Prepare and maintain design files, technical information and boards throughout development
• Present concepts during reviews and cross-functional alignments
• Manage multiple projects and timelines while safeguarding original creative intent

• 5-7 years of experience in a comparable sneaker or sport shoes design role within luxury fashion or premium footwear
• Strong portfolio showing originality and experience in sneakers and sport-inspired footwear from concept to development
• Excellent drawing and visualization skills, including hand sketching and digital design
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, Illustrator and Photoshop
• Solid understanding of footwear construction, lasts, soles, uppers, materials, components, fit and development processes
• Strong awareness of sneaker culture and contemporary lifestyle with ability to translate insights into luxury products
• Ability to balance creative experimentation with brand identity, commercial relevance, comfort and feasibility
• Experience collaborating with development teams, suppliers and manufacturers; ability to review prototypes and provide precise feedback
• Curious, proactive and collaborative; strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to manage multiple projects
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Italian is a strong advantage

• collaborative
• curious
• proactive
• Hand sketching
• Digital design
• Adobe Illustrator