Senior Product Developer - Jordan Apparel North America Local Creation

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

As our Senior Developer, they’ll partner closely with Product and Design teams to drive seasonal product from concept through commercialization. This role requires strong cross‑functional collaboration across Nike and Jordan teams, including GLAM, Sourcing & Costing, global manufacturing partners, and triad teams working across Nike offices and business units.

We are looking for a creative and technically strong Sr. Developer to join the NA Local Creation, Jordan Apparel Team, bringing iconic Jordan silhouettes to life through bold storytelling, graphics, print, and color. The ideal candidate is a proactive, self‑starting problem solver with strong project management skills and excellent communication, and able to collaborate across geographies to deliver premium product. This role emphasizes deep technical apparel development expertise—including construction, pattern work, and fit—while requiring the ability to apply tools effectively, navigate ambiguity, and drive solutions under tight timelines with speed and precision.

• Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Product Development, Textiles, Graphic Design, Merchandising, or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.
• 5+ years in Product Creation (Development, Merchandising, Operations, Production, or R&D)
• Strong technical expertise in apparel development, including construction, pattern making, cut & sew, and fit; ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues in real time
• Proficiency in CLO, Optitex, and Adobe Illustrator, with applied use in patterning, prototyping, and fit iteration workflows
• Ability to translate design intent into 2D/3D solutions, balancing technical execution with graphics and engineered print feasibility
• Proven ability to operate in fast‑paced, ambiguous environments; anticipates risks, solves problems proactively, and adapts quickly to change
• Strong cross‑functional collaboration and communication skills; able to influence partners and navigate complex situations
• Self‑starter with strong ownership, organization, and decision‑making skills; manages multiple projects and timelines effectively
• Ability to travel up to 5% (domestic and international)

You will drive the creation of trend‑right Jordan Apparel from concept through to production, translating design intent into manufacturable solutions. You lead protos, manage fit and patterns, oversee materials and graphics execution, and partner across Product, Design, GLAM, and global manufacturing to bring innovative concepts to life.

• Partner closely with Product, Design, and cross‑functional triad teams across geographies to align vision, solve problems, and keep development moving at speed
• Lead development with a strong focus on technical execution, including pattern work, fit, prototyping, and graphic/engineered print application
• Own silhouette redevelopment end‑to‑end—from tech packs through pattern conversion, fit approvals, and final execution—ensuring Jordan standards are met
• Manage timelines, documentation, and data accuracy while making real‑time decisions that balance quality, cost, and speed to market
• Operate effectively in fast‑paced environments with shifting priorities; proactively identify risks, adapt plans, and solve problems on the fly in partnership with global manufacturing and team members