At Nike, we leverage the power of data and technology to serve athletes* around the world. The Data & AI (DAI) team is at the forefront of this mission—building scalable, secure, and intelligent platforms that power decision-making and personalized experiences across the Nike ecosystem.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FORWe are looking for an experienced software engineer with a passion for building robust and scalable data solutions. You thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and have a proven track record of delivering high-quality software.
Skillset Required
5+ years of experience in software development, with a strong foundation in distributed systems, cloud-native architectures, and data platforms.
Experience with various stages of software development, including design, development, testing, and deployment.
Strong programming skills in Python, Java, C++, SQL etc.
Deep expertise with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Hands-on experience with Databricks, Snowflake, AWS RDS, Azure SQL, or GCP Cloud SQL, Apache Spark and Apache Airflow.
Strong understanding of Lakehouse architecture, Data Mesh principles, data governance frameworks, and modern data pipelines.
Proven ability to deliver high-impact, API-first services at scale.
Proficiency with tools like Terraform or AWS CloudFormation is critical for managing cloud infrastructure programmatically, ensuring consistency, and enabling automation.
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
Experience in guiding and supporting junior engineers.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Design, develop, and maintain scalable data solutions.
Build and optimize data pipelines, ensuring data quality and reliability.
Develop SDKs, APIs, and microservices to support enterprise-wide data and analytics needs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, data scientists, and other engineers to deliver high-impact solutions.
Implement best practices in software development, data governance, and platform observability.
Participate in code reviews, provide feedback, and mentor junior engineers.
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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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