About Nike

Nike is the world's leading sports brand, empowering athletes and consumers through innovative products, services, and experiences. With a global presence, Nike invests heavily in technology to drive its digital transformation. The Supply Chain and Planning Technology (SCPT) team plays a pivotal role in building scalable platforms that support Nike's growth strategies, from inventory management to worldwide consumer delivery. Joining Nike means contributing to a legacy of innovation while working with the most creative minds in tech and retail.

Role Overview

As a Software Engineer III - Backend, ITC, you'll join Nike's Supply Chain and Planning Technology organization in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you'll collaborate with peer engineers, product managers, and architects to deliver a high-throughput, low-latency, fault-tolerant supply chain platform. This full-time role focuses on backend development using Java and Spring Boot, powering Nike's digital and in-store platforms for seamless global consumer experiences.

Key Technologies and Focus Areas

Your work will leverage microservices architecture, domain-driven design, RESTful services, and cloud environments like AWS. Expect to integrate NoSQL databases (Cassandra, DynamoDB, MongoDB) and relational stores (MySQL, Oracle), while employing TDD with JUnit and Mockito. Monitoring tools such as Splunk and New Relic will ensure platform reliability.

Key Responsibilities

In this senior backend role, you'll drive technical excellence and innovation:

• Design and deliver solutions for digital and in-store supply chain platforms, ensuring scalability and fault tolerance.
• Contribute ideas for new features, proactively identifying improvements in collaboration with product teams.
• Write clean, well-documented, tested code; conduct peer code reviews and mentor junior engineers.
• Leverage agile methodologies for continuous improvement in performance, reliability, and usability.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, incorporating AI tools like GitHub Copilot to enhance development efficiency.

Qualifications & Requirements

Nike seeks experienced engineers ready for a fast-paced, global environment:

• 5-8 years of software development experience, with mandatory expertise in Java and Spring Boot.
• Proven track record in microservices, RESTful services, TDD, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with NoSQL (Cassandra, DynamoDB) and relational databases (MySQL, Oracle).
• Familiarity with monitoring tools (Splunk, SignalFx), CI/CD pipelines, Scrum, and agile principles.
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with diverse, distributed teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.

Nice-to-haves include supply chain domain knowledge (inventory, logistics), front-end exposure (ReactJS), and enterprise systems like Manhattan WMS.

Benefits & Perks

Nike offers a premium work environment designed for innovation and growth:

• Competitive salary estimated at ₹45-65 lakhs per year, reflecting senior-level expertise in India's tech hub.
• Global collaboration opportunities with diverse teams across Nike's technology ecosystem.
• Access to advanced tools, including AI assistants like Cursor and GitHub Copilot.
• Focus on work-life balance in a results-oriented, supportive culture.
• Contributions to high-impact projects that shape Nike's digital future and consumer experiences worldwide.

Career Growth

At Nike, career progression is fueled by hands-on experience and mentorship. As a Software Engineer III, you'll lead initiatives, mentor peers, and influence architectural decisions. Nike's commitment to continuous learning includes training in emerging technologies, agile practices, and domain expertise. High performers advance to principal engineer or leadership roles, with opportunities to relocate globally or pivot into product management.

Why Join Us

Be part of Nike's mission to innovate supply chain technology that powers Just Do It® on a global scale. In Bengaluru's thriving tech scene, you'll tackle real-world challenges like building fault-tolerant systems for peak retail demands. Enjoy a collaborative culture that values diverse perspectives, proactive problem-solving, and bold ideas. Nike isn't just a job—it's a platform to redefine retail tech and make a tangible impact on billions of consumers.

Role FAQs

What is the experience level required?

Minimum 5-8 years in software development, with strong backend Java/Spring Boot expertise.

Is relocation support provided?

Nike supports global talent; specific details discussed during interviews for this Bengaluru role.

What cloud platforms are used?

Primarily AWS, with experience in GCE, Azure, or similar distributed environments required.

Is front-end experience necessary?

Backend-focused, but exposure to ReactJS or Angular is a plus.

How does Nike support professional development?

Through mentoring, agile training, industry trend exposure, and innovation projects.