NIKE

Lead Software Engineer - Innovation

Beaverton, Oregon Full time

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.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

  • Architect and build robust, scalable systems across AWS, React, TypeScript, 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

WHAT YOU BRING

  • 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, DynamoDB, Elasticsearch, or Google Cloud/Azure equivalents)

  • Deep expertise in cloud-native development (AWS), front-end frameworks (React), and TypeScript

  • 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.