Lead Software Engineer – Innovation

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We’re seeking a lead software engineer who can lead complex projects, influence technical direction, and mentor others. You’re a strategic thinker, a strong communicator, and a champion of engineering excellence.

• Architect and build robust, scalable systems across AWS, React, Type Script, Databricks and AIML tech stacks
• Be a hands-on engineer at 70% capacity and guide and mentor other engineers in the team at 30% capacity
• Be the goto person to drive technical alignment across the squad
• Mentor engineers and foster a culture of learning and innovation
• Collaborate with stakeholders across various disciplines to define and deliver impactful solutions
• Ensure systems are secure, performant, and maintainable
• Contribute to team rituals and help shape engineering culture

• Positive attitude, growth mindset, being honest and having strong technical & non-technical communication skills is a must-have
• High alignment with NIKE’s leadership principles and a passion for mentoring
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field. Will accept any combination of education, experience, or training.
• 8+ years of software engineering experience
• 3+ years native cloud engineering experience in a high scale, business critical domain
• 3+ years of data engineering experience with databricks
• Excellent computer science fundamentals including algorithms, data structures, and modern cloud native design patterns
• Proven expertise in systems design and high-level end to end thinking
• Deep experience with distributed cloud systems tech (Java, node.js, EC2, Lambda, Dynamo
  
  DB, Elasticsearch, or Google Cloud/Azure equivalents)
• Deep expertise in cloud-native development (AWS), front-end frameworks (React), and Type Script
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with multiple senior stakeholders
• Proven ability to lead projects and influence technical strategy
• Solid foundations on AIML concepts, vector databases, RAG and Gen AI design patterns is a huge plus
• Domain experience in additive manufacturing, robotics, simulations, computational algorithms, point cloud optimizations, statistical methodologies and product creation is a huge plus but not required

We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.

NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, or disability. NIKE is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call  and let us know the nature of your request, your location and your contact information.