Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It’s a place where passionate individuals come together to create the future of sport. We are unapologetic about who we are and what we’re after—bringing innovation and inspiration to every athlete* in the world. We look for athletes who can push boundaries, elevate our potential and continue leading us to greatness. The next tastemakers, playmakers, risk takers and glue players. Are you game?
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
As our Senior Developer, they’ll partner closely with Product and Design teams to drive seasonal product from concept through commercialization. This role requires strong cross‑functional collaboration across Nike and Jordan teams, including GLAM, Sourcing & Costing, global manufacturing partners, and triad teams working across Nike offices and business units.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for a creative and technically strong Sr. Developer to join the NA Local Creation, Jordan Apparel Team, bringing iconic Jordan silhouettes to life through bold storytelling, graphics, print, and color. The ideal candidate is a proactive, self-starting problem solver with strong project management skills and excellent communication, and able to collaborate across geographies to deliver premium product. This role emphasizes deep technical apparel development expertise—including construction, pattern work, and fit—while requiring the ability to apply tools effectively, navigate ambiguity, and drive solutions under tight timelines with speed and precision.
- Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Product Development, Textiles, Graphic Design, Merchandising, or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training.
- 5+ years in Product Creation (Development, Merchandising, Operations, Production, or R&D)
- Strong technical expertise in apparel development, including construction, pattern making, cut & sew, and fit; ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues in real time
- Proficiency in CLO, Optitex, and Adobe Illustrator, with applied use in patterning, prototyping, and fit iteration workflows
- Ability to translate design intent into 2D/3D solutions, balancing technical execution with graphics and engineered print feasibility
- Proven ability to operate in fast-paced, ambiguous environments; anticipates risks, solves problems proactively, and adapts quickly to change
- Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills; able to influence partners and navigate complex situations
- Self-starter with strong ownership, organization, and decision-making skills; manages multiple projects and timelines effectively
- Ability to travel up to 5% (domestic and international)
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
You will drive the creation of trend-right Jordan Apparel from concept through to production, translating design intent into manufacturable solutions. You lead protos, manage fit and patterns, oversee materials and graphics execution, and partner across Product, Design, GLAM, and global manufacturing to bring innovative concepts to life.
- Partner closely with Product, Design, and cross-functional triad teams across geographies to align vision, solve problems, and keep development moving at speed
- Lead development with a strong focus on technical execution, including pattern work, fit, prototyping, and graphic/engineered print application
- Own silhouette redevelopment end-to-end—from tech packs through pattern conversion, fit approvals, and final execution—ensuring Jordan standards are met
- Manage timelines, documentation, and data accuracy while making real-time decisions that balance quality, cost, and speed to market
- Operate effectively in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities; proactively identify risks, adapt plans, and solve problems on the fly in partnership with global manufacturing and team members
We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.
OUR HIRING GAME PLAN
01 Apply
Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.
02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment
If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.
03 Interview
Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.
