Principal Software Engineer at Nike - Beaverton, Oregon

About Nike

NIKE, Inc. is more than a sportswear giant; it's a global innovator that outfits the world's best athletes while pushing the boundaries of human potential. Headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, Nike fosters a culture of diversity, imagination, and relentless achievement. As a Principal Software Engineer, you'll join a team that dreams big, creates boldly, and transforms ideas into reality. Nike's Global Technology division drives cutting-edge digital experiences, and this role positions you at the heart of product innovation.

Role Overview

The Principal Software Engineer role within Nike's Global Technology Consumer Product & Innovation (CP&I) team is for seasoned full-stack experts ready to lead scalable software development. Based in Beaverton, Oregon, you'll deliver high-impact systems for product design, mentor engineering teams, and shape technology strategy. This full-time position demands superior front-end skills, data architecture prowess, and the ability to thrive in ambiguity. Collaborate with product managers, UX designers, data scientists, and leadership to power Nike's digital ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

In this leadership role, your contributions will directly influence Nike's product creation pipeline:

• Architect and implement scalable software solutions focused on product design and innovation.
• Design, integrate, and evolve data and analytics products, handling ingestion, transformation, and consumption at scale.
• Build reusable frameworks, automated workflows, and libraries to support enterprise analytics.
• Participate in architecture discussions for processing and storing high-volume datasets.
• Translate UX/UI designs into interactive, performant web experiences using modern front-end tech.
• Advocate for scalable, maintainable codebases and contribute to front-end architecture decisions.
• Guide engineering teams, advise leaders on system design, and ensure governance compliance across global teams.

Qualifications & Requirements

Nike seeks proven achievers with deep technical expertise:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• Excellent fundamentals in algorithms, data structures, system performance, and optimization.
• 10+ years as an individual contributor developing custom software solutions.
• 5+ years implementing modern architectures like REST, domain-driven design, microservices, and serverless.
• 5+ years hands-on with distributed cloud systems (Node.js, EC2, Lambda, DynamoDB, Elasticsearch, or equivalents).
• Strong front-end experience with JavaScript, CSS, HTML5, Vue, React/Redux.
• Proficiency in design systems (Shadcn, Material UI), WCAG accessibility, and inclusive design.
• Experience with animation libraries (GSAP, Framer Motion) and WebGL for immersive visuals.
• Front-end performance optimization using Lighthouse, WebPageTest, Chrome DevTools; testing with Jest, Cypress, Playwright.
• Expertise in continuous deployment, automated testing, and collaboration in fast-paced environments.

Outstanding communication and a self-starter mindset are essential for partnering across engineering, product, AI/ML, and governance teams.

Benefits & Perks

Nike offers a premium compensation package tailored for top talent:

• Estimated salary range: $220,000 - $280,000 USD annually, based on Retail/Tech sector benchmarks with Nike's competitive buffer.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage with wellness programs.
• Generous 401(k) matching, employee stock purchase plans, and performance bonuses.
• Flexible PTO, parental leave, and family support benefits.
• On-site fitness centers, athletic facilities, and employee product discounts.
• Hybrid work options in Beaverton, OR, with global collaboration tools.

Career Growth

At Nike, career progression is fueled by innovation and impact. As a Principal Software Engineer, you'll mentor juniors, lead cross-functional initiatives, and influence Nike's tech roadmap. Opportunities abound for advancement into Senior Director roles, specialized AI/ML tracks, or global leadership. Nike's commitment to continuous learning includes conferences, certifications, and internal mobility programs, ensuring your growth matches the company's evolution.

Why Join Us

Be part of a visionary team breaking silos and unifying data for groundbreaking product experiences. Work on platforms powering Nike's digital future, from design tools to analytics at scale. Enjoy Beaverton's vibrant community, proximity to Portland's tech scene, and Nike's iconic campus. This is your chance to obliterate boundaries with the brand that defines athletic innovation.

Role FAQs

What is the experience level required?

10+ years in software engineering, with 5+ in modern cloud architectures and front-end mastery.

Is relocation assistance provided?

Nike offers competitive relocation support for qualifying candidates to Beaverton, Oregon.

What tech stack will I use?

Node.js, React/Vue, AWS services, microservices, and tools like GSAP, Jest for testing.

How does Nike support work-life balance?

Flexible hours, unlimited PTO accrual, and wellness initiatives promote sustainability.

Is this role remote?

Hybrid model preferred in Beaverton, with flexibility for global collaboration.

Apply now to elevate your career at Nike. Principal Software Engineer roles fill quickly—seize the opportunity to innovate with the best.