About Nike

Nike, the world's leading sports brand, is more than just athletic apparel and footwear—it's a global innovator pushing the boundaries of technology to empower athletes everywhere. With a mission to bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete in the world, Nike's Global Technology teams are at the forefront of this transformation. In Poland, Nike has established a Center of Excellence in Gdansk, focusing on Resilience and Enterprise Systems Engineering (GT-RESE). This hub drives cutting-edge solutions in AI Ops and Agentic AI workflows, ensuring Nike's digital infrastructure remains robust, scalable, and future-proof.

Role Overview

As a Junior Software Engineer at Nike in Gdansk, Poland, you'll dive into an exciting role within the GT-RESE team. This position offers the perfect launchpad for early-career developers passionate about automation and AI-driven innovation. You'll build tools that enhance system observability, streamline operations, and support Nike's global enterprise systems. Expect a dynamic environment where you'll balance front-end and back-end development, collaborate across time zones, and contribute to high-impact projects that power Nike's worldwide operations.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day will be hands-on and collaborative. Key responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with local engineers in Gdansk and global teams to design and implement scalable technical solutions.
• Participating in sprint planning, Scrum ceremonies, and executing sprint tickets efficiently.
• Developing and maintaining intuitive front-end user experiences alongside robust back-end services.
• Ensuring top-tier code quality through continuous improvements in performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Monitoring production services, analyzing performance metrics, and recommending data-driven enhancements.
• Partnering with privacy and security teams to maintain compliance and architect secure systems.
• Contributing to innovation via brainstorming sessions and crowdsourcing fresh ideas.
• Supporting deployment activities, from pre-release preparations to post-release monitoring.

This role emphasizes full-stack development with a strong focus on automation, making it ideal for engineers eager to grow in a results-oriented setting.

Qualifications & Requirements

Nike seeks curious, detail-oriented Junior Software Engineers with a solid foundation in modern development practices. Required qualifications include:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity with developing and integrating RESTful APIs.
• Object-oriented programming experience in Python and Java or C#.
• Knowledge of modern build strategies, CI/CD pipelines, unit testing, and performance testing.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to thrive in team settings.

Preferred qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with AWS services like EC2, ECS, SQS, SNS, Lambda, S3, and DynamoDB.
• Proven ability to excel in fast-paced, results-oriented environments.

If you have a passion for problem-solving and automation, this is your chance to shine at Nike.

Benefits & Perks

Joining Nike means accessing world-class benefits tailored for tech professionals:

• Competitive salary estimated at 65,000-95,000 PLN yearly, reflecting Poland's tech sector rates with growth potential.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs, including gym memberships and mental health support.
• Employee discounts on Nike products to fuel your athletic lifestyle.
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options in Gdansk.
• Professional development through training, certifications, and conferences.
• Generous parental leave, vacation, and retirement savings plans.

Plus, enjoy perks like team-building events and access to Nike's state-of-the-art facilities.

Career Growth

At Nike, career progression is a reality, not a promise. As a Junior Software Engineer, you'll gain mentorship from seasoned engineers and exposure to global projects. Advance quickly to senior roles, specialize in AI Ops, or pivot to leadership in enterprise engineering. Nike invests in your growth with personalized development plans, hackathons, and leadership programs, ensuring you evolve alongside the company's tech ambitions.

Why Join Us

Why choose Nike in Gdansk? It's more than a job—it's a platform to innovate at scale. Work on real-world challenges that impact millions, in a collaborative culture that values curiosity and bold ideas. Gdansk's vibrant tech scene, combined with Nike's global reach, offers unparalleled opportunities. Be part of a team that's redefining retail tech through AI and automation, all while enjoying Poland's coastal charm and work-life balance.

Role FAQs

Q: Is this a remote role? This is primarily on-site in Gdansk with potential hybrid flexibility.

Q: What tech stack will I use? Primarily Python, Java/C#, AWS services, and modern CI/CD tools.

Q: Do I need prior professional experience? Junior level—no extensive experience required, but solid academic projects or internships are a plus.

Q: How does Nike support learning AWS? Through hands-on projects, certifications, and dedicated training resources.

Q: What's the team structure? Agile Scrum teams with local and global collaboration.

Ready to elevate your career? Apply for the Junior Software Engineer role at Nike Gdansk today and step into the future of sports technology.