NikeSKIMS combines the best of both brands – Nike’s legacy of innovation and athlete insights with SKIMS dedication to the female form, and inclusive solutions for every body. We're carving out a bold and unique position in the global fitness industry, delivering innovation and style the industry hasn’t seen before. We’re excited to invite more women into sport and movement with products that make them feel strong and sexy.

Our first collection launches this Spring in the United States and will begin to expand to global markets in 2026.
 

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH 

We’re looking for a Lead Technical Developer with expertise in pattern creation, construction, fit standards, textiles, trims and graphics to be part of our creative team within Nike Apparel. You will report to the Sr Dir Product Merchandising. The Lead Technical Developer will collaborate with Design, Product Management, materials, quality, color, and manufacturing to effectively complete product development & fit goal results. You will be a technical resource and able to mentor other Technical Developers.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR  

A key part of this role is understanding the full scope of product creation from design concept to production, driving discussions to meet on-time delivery dates internally and with our manufacturing teams, leading the team with technical recommendations that serve our athletes and consumers and communicating issues or offering solutions in a fast-paced environment. 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, self-aware, embraces change, holds their decisions and actions accountable, will actively seek feedback to grow and develop, values and respects the opinions of their teammates.

The ideal candidate will have: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of relevant education, experience, or training

• A minimum of 6 years directly relevant work experience

• 6+ years technical development/design experience in the apparel industry, which includes the apparel development process from inception through production including pattern creation, construction, materials, costing, print / graphics, manufacturing and quality.

• Ability to write product specs and advanced construction instructions along with interpreting design intent and offering alternative solutions.

• Ability to act as a technical resource, mentor others 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.

• 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 Optitex/Browzwear/CLO preferred.

• Ability to travel 30% (domestic and international).  

WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON 

You will work within the NikeSKIMS Apparel team, managing your assigned styles collaboratively with your cross functional partners on creative solutions and execution whilst creating digital protos and tech packs for our factories. You will review prototypes and samples taking the styles through the creation process and ensuring to meet gates and dates to ensure on-time production capability.

You will work on sophisticated styles to create and update Tech Packs for our factory partners including measurements, construction sketches and graphic placements. You will lead proto review sessions and write comments. You will supervise and request prototypes for your styles, manage and meet your calendar target dates, attend meetings that relate to your product’s development and communicate progress and challenges to your team as needed. 

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.