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Loungefly - Senior Product Developer (Softlines)
full-time•Burbank•$90k - $110k
About this role
Funko Overview
Funko is a purveyor of pop culture, making and selling license-focused collectibles and bags. We’re based in Everett, WA with a satellite office in Burbank, CA. We currently hold hundreds of licenses for franchises ranging from Marvel to Harry Potter, giving us the rights to create tens of thousands of characters—one of the largest portfolios in the pop culture and collectibles industry. We take your favorite characters and turn them into collectible figures and accessories
But what does Loungefly do?
Loungefly offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of fashion, fandom, and storytelling. This role plays a critical part in bringing beloved licensed properties to life through high-quality, brand-right products while building meaningful partnerships with some of the world’s most iconic licensors.
The Senior Product Developer (Softlines) is responsible for making sure that concepts turn into cool Loungefly backpacks, bags, and wallets on retail shelves. They will manage projects from initial conception through our art team and into production in our factories. The position will collaborate with our external licensors (Lucas Arts, Marvel, Netflix, are a few examples), factories and sales teams to make sure that products are made with the required specifications. This position ensures key milestones and manufacturing/delivery dates are met. Position is based in Burbank, CA.
The Senior Product Developer (Softlines) is responsible for making sure that concepts turn into cool Loungefly backpacks, bags, and wallets on retail shelves. They will manage projects from initial conception through our art team and into production in our factories. The position will collaborate with our external licensors (Lucas Arts, Marvel, Netflix, are a few examples), factories and sales teams to make sure that products are made with the required specifications. This position ensures key milestones and manufacturing/delivery dates are met. Position is based in Burbank, CA.
Your Superpowers in Action
- Lead the magic behind the product pipeline by managing development for roughly 30 new accessory styles each month. Will keep projects on track, flag risks early, and deliver production ready sample (with minimal supervision) to cross functional partners.
- Bring the vision to life through consistent, clear, and proactive daily communication with Design, Licensing, factories, and cross-functional partners—aligning expectations, resolving issues early, and ensuring every product moves smoothly and efficiently from concept to creation
- Own and strategically drive the Loungefly development calendar, ensuring alignment across design, licensing, approvals, sourcing, and production to deliver on-time, on-brand product launches.
- Provides Technical Design mentorship for Loungefly development, guiding Associate Level Developers on soft-goods construction, materials, trims, hardware, and production feasibility.
- Champion the licensor approval journey by managing the full licensor approval workflow, including concept submissions in proprietary portals, sample approvals, packaging, and final production signoffs.
- Strengthen and build licensor relationships by serving as the primary point of contact for assigned licensors—fostering trusted and collaborative partnerships through clear communication, responsiveness, and a deep understanding of licensor goals, brand standards, and long-term business objectives.
- Partner with our art team to guarantee assets are delivered on time, meet licensor expectations, and align with initial design submissions—all while ensuring costs hit the mark.
- Create detailed, factory-ready tech packs that include materials, BOMs, EOQs, product instructions, and timelines. Will update and refine technical documents as products evolve.
- Serve as the go-to technical expert for factory partners, answering questions and clarifying specs and patternmaking, knowing what’s feasible and how to adjust to stay within manufacturing limits.
- Review and approve all samples and packaging—from silhouettes to stickers—providing clear feedback to ensure every detail is accurate, on-brand, high quality, and licensor-approved before production.
- Collaborate closely with the Quality and Compliance teams to identify risks early, resolve issues, coordinate product testing, and ensure documentation is complete across licensor platforms and internal systems.
Must-Have Superhero Gadgetry
- Bachelor’s degree in Product Development or 5-6 year’s related experience in product development/creation in the consumer goods industry (accessories, apparel, footwear, etc.) – fast fashion; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience with product tracking tools and software
- Experience in bill of materials (BOM) creation, spec sheet (tech pack) creation, design translation, product and material experience
- Understanding and experience with the product creation lifecycle in consumer goods industry
- Strong attention to detail and organization to keep up with product changes through the development and production process
- Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop
- Licensing Development a Plus!
Work Environment Requirements
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and the employee will be exposed to office noises and interruptions such as printers, phones, and chatter from surrounding teams. While performing the duties of this job, employee will be regularly sitting at a desk and working on a computer for prolonged periods. The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms and use hands to finger, handle, lift or feel. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk and hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without physical limitations or restrictions.
Salary Information
The range for this position in the selected city is $90,000-$110,500 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
What Funko Offers
Funko offers a competitive compensation package with full benefits and a 401(K) plan with matching contributions from the company. Most importantly, we offer a creative work environment with people who love pop culture just as much as you do. Can’t wait to gush about your latest binge? Neither can we! Looking for a place where your favorite pop culture t-shirt will receive the compliments it deserves? We know how you feel!
Funko is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
Funko offers a competitive compensation package with full benefits and a 401(K) plan with matching contributions from the company. Most importantly, we offer a creative work environment with people who love pop culture just as much as you do. Can’t wait to gush about your latest binge? Neither can we! Looking for a place where your favorite pop culture t-shirt will receive the compliments it deserves? We know how you feel!
Funko is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
What you'll do
- The Senior Product Developer will manage the development of approximately 30 new accessory styles each month, ensuring projects stay on track and meet production deadlines. They will collaborate with licensors, factories, and sales teams to bring concepts to life and ensure product quality.
About Funko
Funko (NASDAQ: FNKO) is a leading pop culture lifestyle brand. We provide connection to pop culture with a product line that includes vinyl figures, action toys, plush, apparel, board games, housewares, NFTs and accessories. As the world’s largest proprietor of licenses, entertainment enthusiasts display their fandom through the lens of Funko products.
The company also powers the Loungefly, Mondo, Funko Games and Digital Pop! brands, while offering a large selection of lifestyle goods through Funko.com, Loungefly.com and FunkoEurope.com as well as at our retail locations in Everett, Washington and Hollywood, California. Learn more at https://funko.com/, and follow us on Twitter (@OriginalFunko) and Instagram (@OriginalFunko).
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What does Funko pay for a Loungefly - Senior Product Developer (Softlines)?
Funko offers a competitive compensation package for the Loungefly - Senior Product Developer (Softlines) role. The salary range is USD 90k - 111k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.
What does a Loungefly - Senior Product Developer (Softlines) do at Funko?
As a Loungefly - Senior Product Developer (Softlines) at Funko, you will: the Senior Product Developer will manage the development of approximately 30 new accessory styles each month, ensuring projects stay on track and meet production deadlines. They will collaborate with licensors, factories, and sales teams to bring concepts to life and ensure product quality..
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The Loungefly - Senior Product Developer (Softlines) position at Funko is based in Burbank, California, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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