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.
NIKE is a technology company. From our flagship website and five-star mobile apps to developing products, managing big data and providing leading edge engineering and systems support, our teams at NIKE Global Technology exist to revolutionize the future at the confluence of tech and sport. We invest and develop advances in technology and employ the most creative people in the world, and then give them the support to constantly innovate, iterate and serve consumers more directly and personally. Our teams are innovative, diverse, multidisciplinary and collaborative, taking technology into the future and bringing the world with it.
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Lead Software Engineer
We are looking for an experienced and visionary Lead Software Engineer to join our dynamic
team and help shape the future of Nike's digital products. In this role, you will take ownership of
complex, high-impact projects while leading a talented group of engineers. You will collaborate
with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, scalable, and high-performance solutions across
WeChat platforms. Your leadership will guide the team in building robust, user-centric applications
and ensure the adoption of best practices for both development and deployment.
Scope and Responsibilities:
As a Lead Software Engineer, you will:
Lead the design, development, and delivery of complex technical solutions with a focus
on scalability, performance, and user experience, including WeChat Mini Programs
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of engineers, guiding them through
problem-solving and ensuring alignment with project goals
Collaborate with product managers, UX/UI designers, and other technical leaders to define
and refine product requirements
Set strategic direction for technology adoption, ensuring the team uses the best tools,
frameworks, and platforms to meet both business and technical objectives
Champion the use of cloud technologies and microservices architecture (AWS, Ali Cloud,
etc.) across the development lifecycle
Ensure the successful integration of front-end and back-end systems, leveraging
technologies such as React, Node.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, and WeChat Mini
Program frameworks
Oversee the creation and maintenance of scalable and reliable data structure to serve
databases (e.g., DynamoDB, Cassandra) and relational databases
Mentor and provide guidance on coding best practices, test-driven development (TDD),
and quality assurance to foster a culture of continuous improvement
Champion Nike's innovation agenda by identifying new technologies and opportunities to
improve development processes and the end-user experience
Foster a collaborative and inclusive engineering culture, inspiring your team to
continuously evolve and stay at the forefront of technology trends
Advocate technical direction, define best practices and principles
Ensure that products meet the highest standards in terms of reliability, availability, and
maintainability
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field (master's degree is a plus)
8+ years of professional experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a
leadership role
Proven experience leading and mentoring teams of engineers, driving the delivery of
complex technical projects across web, mobile, and WeChat Mini Program platforms
Strong proficiency in front-end and back-end technologies including React, Node.js,
JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, and WeChat Mini Program frameworks (WeChat SDK,
WXML, WXSS)
Expertise in cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, etc.), including experience with
microservices and distributed systems
Deep understanding of NoSQL and relational databases (Cassandra, DynamoDB,
MySQL, etc.)
Expertise in Docker, Kubernetes, and other containerization technologies
Strong experience in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices
architectures
Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools for automation and continuous integration
(CI/CD)
Expertise in security, privacy, and performance optimization in large-scale, high-
availability applications
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 committed to employing a diverse workforce. 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.
Benefits
Whether it's transportation or financial health, we continually invest in our employees to help them achieve greatness - inside and outside of work. All who work here should be able to realize their full potential.