Values & Innovation At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate. Our Values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that connects everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us why we're here, and fueling everything we do. Our pursuit of better begins with innovation and with our team's mission of being the best. With us, you get the freedom to go further - no matter your role. That means developing, delivering, and selling the state-of-the-art products and digital tools that make top performers even better. If you are a current Under Armour teammate, apply to this position on the Internal Career Site Here. Purpose of Role Under Armour is seeking a Material Development Senior Developer to help shape the future of performance materials through innovation, emerging technologies, and strategic supplier partnerships. This highly collaborative role offers the opportunity to influence products across the brand while developing and commercializing next-generation material solutions that enhance athlete performance and drive brand differentiation. The ideal candidate combines deep materials expertise with a passion for innovation, partnering with cross-functional teams and world-class suppliers to bring new technologies from concept to commercialization. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on Under Armour's product future while helping build the next chapter of our performance apparel and accessories legacy. Your Impact Drive and lead material innovation visually and functionally, evolve material processes, and influence new end-use applications for all product categories Lead in-season material development while advancing a pipeline of long-lead, highly engineered material innovations Partner with Innovation teams to support and execute high-profile, cross-functional innovation projects Foster a collaborative environment that encourages creativity, knowledge sharing, and innovative thinking. Collaborate with Product, Design, Merchandising, Color, and Sourcing teams to deliver material solutions aligned with business and consumer needs Deep understanding of how fibers, yarns, knit, and woven constructions, as well as dyeing and finishing affect a material’s performance and aesthetic attributes Explore emerging technologies, consumer insights, and adjacent industries to inspire future material innovations Develop materials to defined specifications, ensuring performance, quality, and commercial viability. Contribute to the development and adoption of tools, processes, and best practices that support innovative material creation Maintain a strong understanding of material capabilities, market trends, and consumer influences across sport, fashion, and culture Partner with global mills, suppliers, and industry networks to identify and develop next-generation material concepts Collaborate with international Materials teams to support technical development and deliver global material specifications Qualifications Extensive knowledge and proven experience working in technical textile development and the following principles: Textile apparel materials science experience with familiarity and understanding of all phases of product ideation to commercialization Natural and synthetic fiber and yarn performance attributes and manufacturing techniques Understanding of apparel material construction and properties in knitting, weaving, and non-woven constructions Understanding of apparel material dyeing and finishing processes Knowledge of value-added chemistries (performance enhancement) and mechanical finishes for enhanced performance End-use, product specific materials engineering Understanding of ASTM, AATCC, ISO, and JIS apparel test standards Understanding of the materials industry and vendors Conceptual, technical, and strategic understanding of apparel materials Aesthetic sense and creativity Team player – each and every day motivating others and effectively collaborating in decision-making Strong communication skills; being able to communicate with both global internal/external customers and suppliers Ability to work independently without rigidity and constant oversight and collaboratively within the entire organization Strong verbal and written communication skills, including meeting facilitation and presentations Ability to network and influence internal and external resources Strong ability to effectively communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience contributing sound judgment of policy and strategy. BS in Apparel, Textiles, Materials Manufacturing, Design, or related field 5+ years of experience Workplace Location Location: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Baltimore HQ office. Work Schedule: This role follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring 4 days in-office per week. Travel: Minimal Licenses/Certifications: N/A Sponsorship Eligibility: UA does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based work authorization for this position at this time. #LI-SA-1 #Hybrid Relocation Relocation may be provided up to a specific amount Base Compensation $80,000.00-$110,000.00 USD Most new hires fall within this range and have the opportunity to earn more over time. Initial placement within the salary range, however, is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills and experience for the position. UA is committed to helping our teammates succeed and advance in their careers. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package. Benefits & Perks Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community Under Armour Merchandise Discounts Competitive 401(k) plan matching Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people representing a wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources team via candidateaccommodations@underarmour.com.