Principal Software Engineer - 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 achievement. As a Principal Software Engineer in the Global Technology Data & Artificial Intelligence (D&AI) organization, you'll contribute to platforms powering Nike.com, the Nike App, supply chain, retail, and marketing systems. Join a team that dreams big, obliterates boundaries, and delivers products impacting millions worldwide. Nike careers offer unparalleled opportunities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Role Overview

The Principal Software Engineer role at Nike in Beaverton, Oregon, is ideal for seasoned professionals ready to lead multiple engineering teams in building scalable data and analytics solutions. With a strong preference for local candidates or those willing to relocate, this position supports remote work (excluding South Dakota, Vermont, and West Virginia) and requires approximately 30% travel to Beaverton if remote. Reporting to the Senior Director of Engineering, you'll influence solution design, implement cutting-edge technologies, and drive results across Nike Direct, Supply Chain, and Commercial domains. Excel in ambiguity, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and shape Nike's data future in this full-time role.

Key Responsibilities

In this leadership position, your impact will span the full data lifecycle:

• Guide and influence engineering teams to deliver scalable data and analytics solutions for high-impact areas like Nike Direct and Supply Chain.
• Design, implement, and integrate new technologies, evolving data products from ingestion to consumption.
• Build test-driven development frameworks, reusable libraries, automated workflows, and tools supporting analytics at scale.
• Participate in architecture and design discussions to process and store high-volume datasets efficiently.
• Collaborate with product leaders, data scientists, architects, and governance partners to unify data and AI capabilities across Nike's global operations.

Technical Scope

Expect hands-on work with distributed systems, ensuring reliability and compliance while breaking down silos for business intelligence and machine learning use cases.

Qualifications & Requirements

Nike seeks top talent with proven expertise:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field (or equivalent education, experience, training).
• 10+ years as a software engineer, data engineer, or architect in large-scale distributed data systems, including data lakes, warehouses, and cloud solutions.
• 5+ years with Hadoop ecosystem and Big Data frameworks like Spark, Hive, NiFi, Spark-Streaming, or Flink.
• Strong proficiency in modern tools: Spark, SQL, NoSQL, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), Python, Scala, Java for data pipelines.
• Expertise in GitHub, CI/CD, DevOps, Airflow for workflows, and RESTful APIs for real-time data.
• Solid data modeling, structures, algorithms; excellent communication and business acumen.

Preferred Traits

Self-starters thriving in fast-paced settings, with outstanding collaboration skills and a passion for results.

Benefits & Perks

Nike's total rewards are world-class:

• Annual base salary from $149,100 (lowest market) to $313,900 (highest), varying by location, skills, and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits via Nike Total Rewards, including health insurance, wellness programs, retirement savings, and more.
• Flexible work: Remote-friendly with Beaverton hub access.
• Professional development, employee discounts on Nike products, and global impact opportunities.
• Inclusive culture rewarding innovation and diversity.

Career Growth

At Nike's D&AI, advance from Principal to distinguished engineering leadership. Collaborate across Global Technology, influencing AI/ML, governance, and product teams. Nike invests in your growth through training, mentorship, and high-visibility projects. Build a legacy powering Nike's digital transformation and athlete experiences worldwide. Long-term paths include architecture, director-level roles, or specialized AI domains.

Why Join Us

Be part of Nike's mission to innovate at the edge of possibility. Work on platforms serving millions, from e-commerce to supply chain optimization. Enjoy Beaverton's vibrant community near Portland, with Nike's state-of-the-art campus. Strong preference for locals underscores commitment to collaborative innovation. If you're a visionary engineer passionate about data and AI in retail tech, Nike offers prestige, impact, and rewards unmatched in the industry. Principal Software Engineer roles at Nike are rare—seize this chance to elevate your career.

Role FAQs

Is this role remote?

Open to remote except South Dakota, Vermont, West Virginia; remote requires ~30% travel to Beaverton, OR.

What is the salary range?

$149,100-$313,900 base, based on market, qualifications, and experience.

What technologies will I use?

Spark, Hadoop, Python/Scala/Java, AWS/Azure/GCP, Airflow, CI/CD, REST APIs, and more.

Do I need to relocate?

Strong preference for Beaverton locals or relocators; remote possible with travel.

How does Nike support career development?

Through Total Rewards, mentorship, training, and exposure to global projects.

Apply now to become a Nike Principal Software Engineer and shape the future of sports innovation. Nike jobs in Beaverton, Oregon, await top talent.