Who are we looking for?
Nike seeks an experienced and driven 3D Pipeline Engineering Manager to lead and inspire a high-performing team of engineers within our CP&I department. In this critical role, you will be responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of cutting-edge 3D pipelines and tools that empower our product design and innovation process. The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical background in 3D graphics, a proven track record of team leadership and mentorship, and a strategic vision for the future of 3D technology in the footwear and apparel industry.
What will you be responsible for?
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Team Leadership and Development: Build, lead, and mentor a team of talented 3D pipeline engineers, fostering a collaborative, innovative, and high-performing work environment.
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Strategic Planning and Execution: Define and implement the strategic roadmap for 3D pipeline development, ensuring alignment with the overall CP&I vision and objectives.
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Resource Management: Effectively allocate resources, manage budgets, and prioritize projects to maximize team productivity and impact.
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Performance Management: Set clear performance expectations, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance reviews to support the growth and development of team members.
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Pipeline Architecture and Development: Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust, scalable, and efficient 3D pipelines that integrate seamlessly with our existing design and production workflows.
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Tool Development and Innovation: Drive the creation and implementation of innovative tools and technologies that enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and empower designers and engineers.
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Collaboration and Communication: Foster strong relationships with cross-functional teams, including design, engineering, and IT, to ensure seamless integration of 3D technologies into the product development lifecycle.
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Technology Evaluation and Adoption: Stay abreast of the latest trends and advancements in 3D graphics, visualization, and related fields, evaluating and recommending new technologies for adoption within Nike.
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Process Improvement: Continuously identify opportunities to optimize and improve 3D pipeline processes, ensuring efficiency, quality, and scalability.
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Mentorship and Knowledge Sharing: Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing.
What you bring?
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Bachelor/Master degree in Computer Science or related technical subject area or equivalent combination of education and experience
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5+ years of experience in 3D pipeline development and tool creation, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership or management role.
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Expert-level proficiency in Python, C++, or other relevant programming languages.
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Deep understanding of 3D graphics principles, animation, visualization technologies, and real-time rendering.
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Extensive experience with 3D software packages (Maya, 3ds Max, Houdini, Blender) and game engines (Unreal Engine, Unity).
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Strong grasp of software architecture, design patterns, and development best practices.
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Proven ability to lead, manage, and inspire high-performing engineering teams.
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Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
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Strategic thinker with a vision for the future of 3D technology in the footwear and apparel industry.
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Experience working in the footwear or apparel industry is a strong plus.
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Opportunity to lead and shape the future of 3D technology at a global brand.
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Drive innovation and make a significant impact on Nike's product creation process.
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Work with cutting-edge technologies and a talented team of engineers.
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Access to professional development resources and opportunities for career growth.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and job applicants. 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.
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What We Do
At NIKE, Inc., it’s in our nature to innovate and our mission is to bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world [if you have a body, you’re an athlete]. Because we exist to serve athletes, we dare to design the future of sport. To us, innovation is about elevating human potential. We obsess over the needs of athletes of all abilities, using their insights to create products that are beautiful, useful and make all athletes better. To make big leaps, we take big risks. Incremental change won’t get us to where we want to go fast enough. So we pursue moonshots — like developing the first self-lacing shoe, running the first two-hour marathon and committing to 100% renewable energy use in our facilities. We embrace different perspectives — from scientists and designers to coders and quarterbacks — because we know everyone brings unique experiences and ideas to the team. To serve athletes across the hundreds of countries where NIKE does business, we need teams that truly reflect the diversity of our consumers and a culture of inclusivity. We aim to foster inclusion and embrace diversity throughout our business, teams, and culture to create breakthrough innovations, empower teammates to realize their full potential and bring us closer to the communities we serve. NIKE's diverse, high-performing teams around the world are united in purpose and inspired to change the world through sport.
Why Work With Us
With a global footprint, culture of innovation and team-first mentality, we take action to create a future of continual progress for athletes, sport and our world. Whether our job is designing the ultimate sneaker or coding a revolutionary app, we’re united by the same mission: to bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete in the world.
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