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
The Technical Developer II will work alongside other Technical Development counterparts and with Design, Product Management, PCC partners, Materials, Color, and Product Integrity teams.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We’re looking for an outstanding Technical Developer with expertise in softgoods and hardgoods construction (Socks, Bags, Headwear). Experience with textiles, finishings, embellishment, trims, hardware, foams, rubber, casings and graphic applications are desired to be part of our development team within Nike Global Accessories.
The ideal candidate needs to be highly collaborative, a creative problem solver, versatile, and forward thinking with an entrepreneurial mindset. A key part of this role is understanding the full scope of product creation from design concept to production; building tech packs, driving collaboration to meet on-time delivery dates, offering technical recommendations that elevate craft & quality to serve our athletes and consumers. Excellent communication skills in a fast-paced environment are a must have, non-negotiable.
Our ideal candidate is an active listener, able to communicate effectively in varied settings and able to influence the team when needed, while demonstrating credibility and reliability. We are looking for someone who is optimistic, curious, self-aware, embraces change, and holds themselves accountable for decisions and actions. This person must actively seek feedback to grow and develop, values and respects the opinions of their teammates and embraces the diversity of people, ideas, cultures, and new technologies.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (apparel/footwear technical design/development, industrial design, or mechanical design). Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience or training.
- A minimum of 3-5 years directly relevant work experience in hardgoods/softgoods product development experience with an eye towards craft and quality.
- Strong experience using various 3D software (CLO, Solidworks, ProE etc…)
- Strong experience using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
- Strong knowledge of the Accessories product development process from inception through production, including construction, costing, manufacturing, deboss, print techniques, embroidery, materials, and machinery.
- Ability to write product specs and advanced construction instructions along with interpreting design intent and offering alternative solutions when appropriate.
- Ability to act as a technical resource and lead initiatives through high energy and positive influence.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to excel in a deadline driven environment.
- Ability to manage multiple projects across accessory classifications seasonally.
- Strong problem solving and decision-making skills with attention to detail and process orientation.
- Proficiency with MS Office programs and confident using Adobe Illustrator and CAD Pattern Design software. Experience with CLO/Optitex/Browzwear/VStitcher/Lotta a plus.
- Experience working with factories and vendors to ensure and improve manufacturability.
- Ability to travel 10% (domestic and international).
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
The Technical Developer II will work on assorted accessories products and styles to create and update tech packs using digital and 3D Software (Adobe, CLO, Solidworks, ProE, etc…), collaborating with our cross-functional and factory partners to communicate design intent, materials, construction sketches and graphic placements.
- You will track and request prototypes, manage and meet calendar target dates, attend meetings that relate to their product’s development and communicate progress and challenges to their team and leadership as needed.
- You will lead proto review sessions with cross-functional partners, collecting feedback and capturing comments that will lead to an on time confirmable buy-ready product.
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.
