Director, Software Engineering at Nike

Beaverton, Oregon, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field plus 10+ years of software engineering experience, with 5+ years in leadership roles or equivalent combination of education, experience or training
Proven experience building data-centric frameworks, APIs, and services at scale
Deep expertise in software engineering fundamentals, with a strong command of distributed systems and cloud-native architecture patterns
Experience with modern data platforms and related tooling like Databricks, Snowflake, EMR, Airflow, Kafka, Spark
Experience with CICD and DevOps tools like Jenkins, Terraform, Docker and Kubernetes
Knowledge of AI/ML, GenAI, and AI-powered automation
Demonstrates exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to lead through influence and to navigate complex problem spaces
Adept at evaluating and articulating the strategic and financial impact of new capabilities, features, and investments
Operates with a pragmatic, delivery-focused mindset - prioritizing customer value and continuous improvement through resilient, scalable systems
Leads with empathy and intention, fostering a culture of trust, empowerment, and growth in alignment with Nike’s Maxims

Responsibilities

Build and scale key components of Nike’s enterprise data mesh and marketplace to support federated data ownership through centralized capabilities and governance
Develop services for consistency in business KPI/metric definition, lineage, and publication and usage
Enable GenAI-powered analytics by embedding LLM capabilities into BI and reporting workflows
Partner with Product leaders to engage a global community of internal users to understand their data needs and deliver solutions that are intuitive, impactful, and governed
Partner with Principal Engineers to develop tools and frameworks for improving security, reliability, scalability, and self-service capabilities within Nike’s data ecosystem
Partner across teams to ensure continuous alignment, smooth integration, and solution consistency
Help define and enforce engineering standards for data-centric software development across the organization
Mentor team engineers and foster a culture of innovation, trust, and technical excellence
Stay ahead of emerging technologies and trends to continuously evolve Nike’s data strategy and delivery practices
Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization

Skills

Databricks

Snowflake

EMR

Airflow

Kafka

Spark

Jenkins

Terraform

Docker

Kubernetes

GenAI

CI/CD

DevOps

distributed systems

cloud-native architecture

Nike

Designs and sells athletic footwear and apparel

About Nike

Nike designs, manufactures, and sells a variety of footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessories aimed at athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and everyday consumers. Their products are created to be stylish and performance-oriented, catering to the needs of a diverse clientele. Nike operates through multiple sales channels, including retail stores, online platforms, and third-party retailers, and enhances its brand image through endorsements from well-known athletes and sports teams. A key aspect of Nike's approach is its membership program, which offers exclusive access to products and content, fostering a deeper connection with consumers. Unlike many competitors, Nike places a strong emphasis on sustainability and corporate responsibility, integrating these values into its operations and product development. The company's goal is to continue growing by creating products that resonate with consumers while promoting positive social and environmental impact.

Beaverton, OregonHeadquarters

1964Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer Software, Social Impact, Consumer GoodsIndustries

10,001+Employees