Software Engineer III, ITC at Nike - Transform Data into Athletic Excellence

About Nike

Nike is the world's leading sports brand, empowering athletes* globally through innovation, design, and technology. With a mission to bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete in the world, Nike leverages data and AI to create personalized experiences and drive decisions that elevate performance. The Data & AI (DAI) team is central to this vision, building scalable platforms that power Nike's ecosystem. Join Nike in Karnataka, India, to contribute to a legacy of breakthroughs in sports technology.

Role Overview

As a Software Engineer III, ITC within Nike's Data & AI team, you'll architect and deliver robust data platforms that fuel personalized athlete experiences worldwide. This senior role demands expertise in cloud-native systems, modern data architectures, and AI-driven applications. Based in Karnataka, India, you'll collaborate in a dynamic environment, shipping high-impact solutions that scale across Nike's global operations. Ideal for engineers passionate about data engineering, distributed systems, and emerging AI technologies like agentic workflows and LLMs.

Key Responsibilities

In this pivotal role, you'll drive the end-to-end development of Nike's data infrastructure. Key responsibilities include:

• Designing, developing, and maintaining scalable data platforms and services using cloud-native architectures.
• Building SDKs, APIs, and microservices to enable enterprise-wide data and analytics capabilities.
• Collaborating with product managers, data scientists, and engineers to deliver solutions that enhance decision-making and personalization.
• Implementing best practices in software development, data governance, and platform observability for reliability at scale.
• Developing agentic workflows and AI/LLM-powered enterprise applications to push the boundaries of intelligent systems.
• Participating in code reviews, mentoring junior engineers, and fostering a culture of technical excellence.

Qualifications & Requirements

Nike seeks proven leaders in software engineering with a focus on data platforms. Essential qualifications include:

• 5+ years of experience in software development, emphasizing distributed systems, cloud-native architectures, and data platforms.
• Strong programming proficiency in Python, JavaScript, Java, Go, or C++.
• Deep expertise in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, including hands-on work with Databricks, Snowflake, AWS RDS, Apache Spark, and Apache Airflow.
• Expertise in Lakehouse architecture, Data Mesh principles, data governance, and modern data pipelines.
• Familiarity with agentic workflows and development of AI/LLM-powered enterprise applications.
• Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform or AWS CloudFormation.
• Strong problem-solving skills, analytical mindset, and experience guiding junior engineers.
• Excellent communication and collaboration in cross-functional teams.

Experience across the full software lifecycle—design, development, testing, deployment—is crucial for success.

Benefits & Perks

Joining Nike means more than a job—it's a platform for impact. Enjoy competitive salaries estimated at ₹65-95 lakhs annually, comprehensive health benefits, and wellness programs tailored for athletes. Work in state-of-the-art facilities in Karnataka, with flexible hybrid options. Nike offers generous parental leave, employee discounts on premium products, and learning stipends for certifications in AWS, Databricks, or AI/ML.

Career Growth

At Nike, career progression is athlete-driven. As a Software Engineer III, you'll mentor juniors, lead projects, and advance to principal engineer or architect roles. Nike's DAI team invests in upskilling through internal academies, conferences like AWS re:Invent, and leadership programs. Many engineers transition to global roles in Beaverton or Shanghai, building expertise in sports analytics and consumer AI.

Why Join Us

Be part of Nike's Data & AI revolution in India, a booming tech hub. Work on platforms serving millions of athletes, integrating cutting-edge tech like Spark for petabyte-scale processing and LLMs for intelligent personalization. Nike's culture celebrates diversity, innovation, and work-life balance—think team runs, yoga sessions, and hackathons. Your code will power Nike's future, from app recommendations to supply chain optimization. Apply now to elevate your career with the swoosh.

Role FAQs

What is the tech stack?

Core stack includes Python/Java/Go, AWS/GCP/Azure, Databricks/Snowflake/Spark/Airflow, Terraform, with focus on Lakehouse and AI/LLM integrations.

Is relocation support provided?

Nike offers competitive relocation packages for top talent moving to Karnataka.

What experience level is required?

5+ years, with senior-level expertise in data platforms and cloud infrastructure.

Is this a remote role?

Hybrid model in Karnataka, emphasizing collaboration in Nike's tech center.

How does Nike support professional development?

Through mentorship, code reviews, learning budgets, and paths to leadership roles.

*If you have a body, you are an athlete.