Nike · 1 day ago
Director, Software Engineering
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$179K/yr - $377K/yr
12+ years expNike is a company focused on serving athletes through innovation driven by data and technology. They are seeking a visionary and strategic engineering leader to manage software engineering teams and develop robust data platforms that support the company’s business objectives.
ApparelE-CommerceFashionLifestyleProduct DesignRetailSporting Goods
Responsibilities
Take the lead in managing and growing multiple software engineering teams dedicated to architecting, developing, and maintaining robust data platforms and enterprise-scale services
Champion the design and implementation of software development kits (SDKs), application programming interfaces (APIs), and microservices that address complex data and analytics needs across the organization
Forge strong partnerships with product managers, architects, and engineering leaders to develop and execute a forward-thinking technical roadmap that supports Nike’s business objectives
Maintain a high bar for engineering excellence by enforcing best practices in software development, data governance, and observability across all teams
Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and improvement, encouraging teams to adopt new technologies, patterns, and engineering approaches. Be a mentor to teams and set high standards for engineering excellence
Ensure that all engineering initiatives are strategically aligned with Nike’s broader goals, including modernization, optimizing cloud costs, and upholding robust data governance standards
Provide transparent and regular updates to senior leadership on team progress, challenges encountered, and measurable outcomes achieved, ensuring accountability and visibility
Embrace and embody Nike’s core values (maxims) in your work and interactions with peers, stakeholders, and direct reports. Model clarity and accountability as a leader of Nike. Communicate effectively, build trust and strong relationships across the company, do the right thing
Qualification
Required
PhD, Masters or Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training
A proven technical leader with deep knowledge and experience in delivering production grade software at scale. Able to dive deep into code and architecture to provide an informed opinion on benefits/trade-offs of different design choices
At least 12 years of experience in software development, with a strong foundation in distributed systems, cloud-native architectures, and data platforms
More than 5 years of hands-on leadership experience directing engineering teams, with concrete success in hiring top talent, mentoring team members, and fostering their professional growth and development
Expertise in at least one leading cloud platform, such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), with a thorough understanding of their ecosystem and capabilities
Extensive practical experience with state-of-the-art technologies in the AIML space, fluency in open-source technologies and impact of standardized platforms. Ability to make build versus buy decisions for AIML tools and technologies
A strong grasp of data pipeline frameworks, in-depth knowledge of metadata management, and comprehensive understanding of data governance controls to ensure data quality, security, and compliance
A strong familiarity with agentic workflow and current developments in the AI/LLM application landscape
A proven track record of delivering services and solutions that are both scalable and high-impact, addressing business-critical needs with reliability and efficiency
Exceptional communication skills, enabling effective collaboration across diverse teams and excellent stakeholder management to build consensus and drive initiatives forward
Well-developed strategic thinking skills, with the ability to translate overarching business strategies into actionable, measurable engineering objectives that guide technical work
A demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate others, driving positive change in the areas of solution architecture, technical delivery, and ongoing process improvement
A passionate, lifelong learner who actively seeks out and embraces new technologies, development patterns, and best practices, always striving to stay ahead of industry trends
Experience operating within large, complex organizations or under scaled Agile methodologies, adapting to evolving requirements and delivering high-value outcomes in such environments
Company
Nike
Nike is a retail brand that provides the sale of apparel, footwear, sports equipment, and accessory products.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$239MKey Investors
Pershing Square Capital Management
2024-08-17Post Ipo Equity· $239M
1980-12-02IPO
Leadership Team
Elliott Hill
President and Chief Executive Officer
Muge Erdirik Dogan
EVP & Chief Technology Officer, NIKE, Inc.
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