Software Engineer III, Data Engineering - ITC

Who You’ll Work With

At Nike, we leverage the power of data and technology to serve athletes around the world. The Data Foundation team builds scalable, secure, and intelligent platforms that power decision-making across Nike’s global supply chain and planning ecosystem.

Who We Are Looking For

We 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.

Required Skills

• 5–7 years of experience in software development, with a strong foundation in distributed systems, cloud-native architectures, and data platforms.
• Experience across software design, development, testing, and deployment.
• Strong programming skills in Python and SQL.
• Deep expertise with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Hands-on experience with Databricks, Snowflake, AWS EMR, AWS RDS, Azure SQL, GCP Cloud SQL, Apache Spark, Databricks Workflow, or 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 Terraform or AWS CloudFormation.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Experience guiding and supporting junior engineers.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Hands-on experience with observability and data quality.

Preferred Skills

• Basic understanding of machine learning and generative AI concepts.
• Exposure to LLMs and applications such as data cataloging, data schematic layers, and data enrichment.
• Familiarity with prompt engineering techniques and evaluation.
• Experience with AI frameworks or Agentic AI tools such as LangChain and OpenAI APIs.
• Understanding of RAG patterns and vector databases.
• Awareness of AI guardrails, responsible AI, and data privacy considerations.

What You’ll Work On

• 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 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.

NIKE, Inc. offers a generous total rewards package, a casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional development. NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.