We are looking for a Software Engineer II to join Nike's Cloud Platform Engineering team. You will help build, automate, and support Linux-based infrastructure and platform services that power Nike's cloud ecosystem.
The ideal candidate has strong Linux administration skills, experience with automation and scripting, and proficiency in at least one programming language. You are passionate about solving operational challenges, improving reliability, and driving engineering excellence through automation.
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ONAdminister, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise Linux environments.
Develop automation solutions using Bash/Shell scripting and programming languages such as Python or Go.
Support platform reliability, patching, security, and system lifecycle management.
Build and enhance infrastructure automation using Infrastructure-as-Code and configuration management tools.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency and platform capabilities.
Participate in incident response, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support cloud-based infrastructure and services across AWS and other cloud platforms.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
2-4 years of experience in Software Engineering, Linux Systems Engineering, or Infrastructure Engineering.
Strong hands-on experience with Linux administration (RHEL, Ubuntu, or similar distributions).
Strong Bash/Shell scripting skills for automation and operational tasks.
Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python (Preferred) , Go, Java, or Ruby.
Experience with cloud platforms, preferably AWS.
Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code and automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
Experience with Git and CI/CD practices.
Knowledge of Linux security, performance tuning, networking, and troubleshooting.
Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills.
You will be part of Nike's Global Technology organisation within Cloud Platform Engineering and work closely with Software Engineers, Platform Engineers, Site Reliability Engineers, Security teams, Product Managers, and Solution Architects to deliver secure, scalable, and reliable infrastructure solutions.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
- 2-4 years of experience in Software Engineering, Linux Systems Engineering, or Infrastructure Engineering.
- Hands-on experience with Linux administration (RHEL, Ubuntu, or similar).
- Strong Bash/Shell scripting skills for automation and operational tasks.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, Go, Java, or Ruby).
- Python proficiency (preferred).
- Experience with cloud platforms, preferably AWS.
- Familiarity with Infrastructure-as-Code and automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
- Experience with Git and CI/CD practices.
- Knowledge of Linux security, performance tuning, networking, and troubleshooting.
- Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills.
Nike Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Nike and has not been reviewed or approved by Nike.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with a company match is complemented by options such as a Mega Backdoor Roth and deferred compensation for eligible earners. Financial coaching and structured savings programs support long-term financial security.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a stock discount sits alongside broad-based equity vehicles like RSUs and non-qualified stock options. These avenues expand wealth-building opportunities beyond base pay.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave includes maternity and paternity time, recently expanded in the U.S. to 16 weeks and extended to part-time retail teammates. Additional supports include childcare assistance at select locations and family-building benefits such as fertility, surrogacy, and adoption.
Nike Insights
What We Do
At NIKE, Inc., we innovate to serve athletes*. Every teammate - from coder to creator - plays a role in making these athletes’ dreams real. Our tech, data, and digital teams push limits every day, building the future of sport and the tools that drive it. Here, curiosity is fuel. Innovation is the game plan. Different perspectives keep us on the offense. You’ll solve challenges worth tackling, grow fast and belong to a team that backs you to do the right thing. Bring your drive. Bring your bold. Let’s move the world, together. Take your first step at nike.com/careers * If you have a body, you’re an athlete.
Why Work With Us
At NIKE, Inc., your dedication fuels the future of sport. There is a sense of pride that comes from representing an iconic brand and shaping its future. Here, we treat every day as a new opportunity to push boundaries, ask tough questions and share whole-hearted convictions. We are a team – united by the belief that anything is possible.
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