Distinguished Software Engineer (Remote Work Option)

Nike

Beaverton, OR

Full Time

Senior

215k-452k

15 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Distinguished Software Engineer at Nike, Inc. is a leadership role responsible for guiding the development and maintenance of foundational privacy, governance, and data platforms. The position involves overseeing the design, architecture, and implementation of critical Data & AI Governance capabilities, including databases, streaming platforms, data lakehouses, BI tools, and AI/ML platforms. The role is integral to driving innovation, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance of Nike's data ecosystem, and fostering a culture of experimentation and technological advancement.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strategic direction and technical guidance to engineering teams focused on Data & AI Governance and Enablement.
Design and evolve the overall architecture of foundational data and governance solutions to align with business objectives.
Foster a culture of innovation by driving the adoption of emerging technologies and best practices in data and governance engineering.
Mentor engineering talent, build high-performing teams, and promote a collaborative work environment.
Partner with product management, data science, and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
Identify and resolve complex technical challenges related to data security, governance, performance, scalability, and reliability.
Stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies in data engineering and analytics.
Actively participate in design, development, and debugging activities, demonstrating deep understanding of data engineering principles.

Requirements

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field plus 7 years of experience or equivalent education, experience, or training.
Proven track record as a Distinguished Engineer or equivalent role in a technology-driven organization.
Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence, mentor, and inspire teams.
Deep expertise in foundational data governance software solutions, data platforms, including relational and non-relational databases, streaming platforms, data lakehouses, AI/ML/GenAI platforms, and business intelligence tools.
Deep understanding of privacy and data architecture for transactional and analytical solutions.
Knowledge of AI/ML technologies and their application to data-driven solutions.
Hands-on experience with data engineering tools and technologies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Active involvement in the open-source community and experience contributing to relevant projects or publishing technical articles.

Nice to Have

Experience in leading and inspiring engineering teams.
Ability to navigate complex technology landscapes diplomatically.

Qualifications

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits & Perks

Information about benefits can be found here.

Working at Nike

Nike, Inc. fosters a culture that thrives on diversity, imagination, and innovation. It encourages growth, thinking, dreaming, and creating, with a focus on achieving excellence and pushing boundaries. The company values achievers, leaders, and visionaries, emphasizing skills and passion in a constantly evolving environment.

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