Principal Software Engineer, ITC

Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team

NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

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 FOR

We are looking for a visionary principal engineer with a passion for building world-class data platforms and services. You thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and have a proven track record of leading high-impact technical initiatives.

Skillset Required

• 15+ years of experience in software development, with a strong foundation in distributed systems, cloud-native architectures, and data platforms.

• Deep expertise in big data technologies such as Apache Spark, Kafka, and real-time analytics databases.

• Mastery of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP and their ecosystem of data services.

• Strong understanding of data governance and security architecture.

• Proven ability to drive major technical change and gain consensus across multiple teams and departments.

• Exceptional strategic thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Ability to influence without authority and navigate highly ambiguous situations.

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON

• Define and own the multi-year technical roadmap for the data platform.

• Lead the architectural design for complex, cross-cutting initiatives.

• Evaluate and champion the adoption of emerging technologies and architectural patterns.

• Establish and enforce engineering best practices, design patterns, and quality standards.

• Mentor senior engineers and team leads, fostering the next generation of technical leaders.

• Solve the most challenging technical problems and act as the ultimate escalation point for critical production issues.

• Communicate complex technical concepts and trade-offs to senior leadership and non-technical stakeholders

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.