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# Junior Designer, Men's Footwear at Tecovas

- **Company:** Tecovas
- **Location:** Austin, TX
- **Posted:** 2026-08-28
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-08
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/tecovas/jobs/8756968002

## Job description

Tecovas was founded with the simple goal of making the world's best western boots, apparel and leather goods - and selling them at a fair price. We are a brand revolutionizing a category and welcoming first-time boot buyers and western enthusiasts alike.

Tecovas is looking for a Junior Designer, Men’s Footwear to support the Product Design team in creating innovative, brand-right footwear. Reporting directly to the Design Director,  you will collaborate closely with cross-functional partners to turn seasonal direction, market insights, and trend research into commercial product concepts that reflect the Tecovas brand.

This role is required to be based in Austin, TX. Candidates must either be currently located in or willing to relocate to Austin, TX.

What you’ll do:

- Support the design team in translating seasonal direction and trend research into fresh, globally relevant concepts.
- Assist in developing upper designs, outsoles, trims, and embellishments that align with Tecovas’ aesthetic.
- Create detailed illustrations, CADs, and tech packs using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product design aligns with pricing, timelines, and brand goals.
- Help manage design projects from concept to final execution while meeting deadlines.
- Participate in prototype reviews and help update tech packs based on feedback.
- Maintain and contribute to a digital asset library with swatches, components, templates, and more.
- Organize inspiration, samples, and prototypes to support the design process.
- Travel internationally and attend tradeshows and events as needed.

Experience we’re looking for:

- Bachelor’s degree in Footwear Design, Fashion Design, or Industrial Design, or equivalent experience.
- 1-3 years of relevant experience in footwear design preferred, but not required.
- Proficiency in creating CADs, tech packs, and technical drawings
- Familiarity with 3D design software a plus
- Bonus points for experience in leather goods and an understanding of Western lifestyle or culture

What you bring to the table:

- You are passionate about product design and craftsmanship - especially leather and footwear.
- You are detail oriented, organized, and driven to meet deadlines.
- You can manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work on time.
- You have excellent communication skills and the ability to clearly present your ideas.

Full Time Benefits & Perks:

- We offer 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 - $65,000-70,000/annum (commensurate with experience)
- Eligibility to participate in Corporate Bonus Program
- Generous employee discounts!

About Us:

Based in Austin, TX, Tecovas brings the spirit of the West to the modern consumer. Handcrafting the best Western footwear, workwear, apparel, and accessories, Tecovas has grown rapidly since its founding as the first digitally native Western brand in 2015, serving customers through [www.Tecovas.com](http://www.tecovas.com), Tecovas Stores from coast to coast, and select wholesale partners. We’re certainly growing- and hiring passionate, humble, positive, and talented people determined to help us continue to grow!

Important note: We strive to hire values-aligned people because we believe it takes each and all of us to be successful, and lead with grit, speed and a clear vision of where we’re headed. In a remote setting, interviewing at Tecovas may include phone interviews, virtual “on-site” interviews, and on-the-job mock cases. We are committed to run a thorough process for candidates with whom we identify a potential match, and we will do our best to follow-up with each and every applicant! If you’re on the fence, just give it a try!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply! Information collected during the application process is subject to our [privacy policy.](https://www.tecovas.com/p/privacy-policy) Please note: Offers of employment may be conditional pending the completion of standard onboarding procedures.

## About Tecovas

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Retail Apparel and Fashion
- **Target customers**: B2C – modern consumers seeking high-quality Western footwear, apparel, and accessories
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “Inviting everyone into the West” (from careers page)

## Products & Services
- **Cowboy Boots & Work Boots**: Handmade Western boots for men, women, and kids, sold directly to customers.
- **Western Apparel**: Shirts, jeans, jackets, and other Western-inspired clothing.
- **Accessories & Leather Goods**: Bags, belts, hats, and small leather items.
- **Retail Experience**: Physical stores across the U.S. offering full product lines, plus an e-commerce platform (Tecovas.com).

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of $250M (per LinkedIn) | Total funding of $115.4M (LinkedIn) or $109.41M per CB Insights (conflicting reports)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Elephant Venture Capital, YETI Capital, Kemmons Wilson Insurance Group, Access Capital, Seamless Capital, Blue Seed Collective, and others.
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew 43.4% year-over-year (LinkedIn reports 637 employees; Built In reports 1,100 total employees). Active job postings increased 44.9% month-over-month. Expanding retail footprint and wholesale partnerships.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Direct-to-consumer model** eliminates middlemen, offering premium quality at lower prices.
- **High-quality handmade products** with free shipping, returns, and exchanges.
- **Fastest-growing Western brand** in the U.S., with strong brand recognition and loyalty.
- **Hybrid workplace** with flexible on-site time, fostering collaboration and autonomy.

## Strategic Focus
- **Retail expansion**: Opening new stores across the U.S. (e.g., San Antonio, The Woodlands, Atlanta, Denver, Miami).
- **Product line growth**: Expanding into work boots, apparel, and accessories.
- **Wholesale partnerships**: Select wholesale accounts to increase distribution.
- **Digital-first innovation**: Continued investment in e-commerce, technology (Shopify Plus, Node.js, React, etc.), and data-driven marketing.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture highlights**: Values include “obstacles are opportunities,” “trailblazers,” “clear is kind,” “do what’s right,” “team not teams,” and “fun is fun.” Emphasis on growth, learning, and authenticity.
- **Remote/hybrid policy**: Hybrid workspace – employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work with flexible typical time on-site.
- **Notable perks**: Autonomy with mentorship, collaboration across teams, and opportunities to share ideas regardless of role. Employee rating 4.2/5 on LinkedIn (199 reviews) with strong culture (4.3) and compensation (4.0).
- **Engineering culture**: Tech stack includes JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, React, Next.js, GraphQL, Shopify Plus, BigQuery, and more. Data-driven and modern.

## Sources
1. [Tecovas Careers](https://www.tecovas.com/careers)
2. [Built In – Tecovas](https://builtin.com/company/tecovas)
3. [Tecovas Homepage](https://www.tecovas.com/)
4. [LinkedIn – Tecovas](https://www.linkedin.com/company/tecovas)
5. [CB Insights – Tecovas](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/tecovas)

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