WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Lead 3D Pipeline Engineer to spearhead our 3D pipeline development and innovation within the CP&I team at Nike. In this leadership role, you will not only possess deep technical expertise but also demonstrate exceptional strategic thinking and team management skills. You will be responsible for setting the technical direction, mentoring a team of engineers, and driving the adoption of cutting-edge 3D technologies to revolutionize our product design and development processes.
- Bachelor/Master degree in Computer Science or related technical subject area or
equivalent combination of education and experience
- 8+ years of experience in 3D pipeline development and tool creation, with a proven track record of technical leadership and team management.
- Expert-level proficiency in Python, C++, or other relevant programming languages.
- Deep understanding of 3D graphics principles, animation, visualization technologies, and real-time rendering.
- Extensive experience with 3D software packages (Maya, 3ds Max, Houdini, Blender) and game engines (Unreal Engine, Unity).
- Strong grasp of software architecture, design patterns, and development best practices.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and a passion for technical excellence.
- Proven ability to lead and inspire a team of engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to bridge the gap between technical and non-technical teams.
- A strategic mindset and a vision for the future of 3D technologies in product creation.
WHO YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR
- Technical Leadership: Define and execute the technical roadmap for 3D pipeline development, ensuring alignment with the broader CP&I strategy and objectives.
- Team Management: Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of 3D pipeline engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
- Pipeline Architecture: Design and implement scalable, efficient, and future-proof 3D pipeline architectures that can support the evolving needs of our product creation process.
- Tool Development: Oversee the creation and maintenance of custom tools and scripts that enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and empower designers and engineers.
- Problem Solving and Optimization: Proactively identify and resolve complex technical challenges related to 3D pipelines, tools, and data management, while continuously seeking opportunities for optimization and improvement.
- Collaboration: Build strong relationships with cross-functional teams, including design, engineering, and IT, to ensure seamless integration of 3D technologies into the product development lifecycle.
- Innovation: Stay at the forefront of 3D graphics, animation, and visualization technologies, exploring and evaluating emerging trends and their potential applications within Nike.
- Strategic Planning: Contribute to the overall CP&I technology strategy, identifying opportunities to leverage 3D technologies for competitive advantage and innovation.
- Communication: Effectively communicate technical concepts and project updates to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, fostering transparency and understanding.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
- Opportunity to shape the future of product innovation at a global brand.
- Lead a talented team and make a significant impact on the company's success.
- Work on cutting-edge projects and push the boundaries of 3D technology.
- Access to professional development resources and opportunities for growth.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and job applicants. We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.
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What We Do
At NIKE, Inc., it’s in our nature to innovate and our mission is to bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world [if you have a body, you’re an athlete]. Because we exist to serve athletes, we dare to design the future of sport. To us, innovation is about elevating human potential. We obsess over the needs of athletes of all abilities, using their insights to create products that are beautiful, useful and make all athletes better. To make big leaps, we take big risks. Incremental change won’t get us to where we want to go fast enough. So we pursue moonshots — like developing the first self-lacing shoe, running the first two-hour marathon and committing to 100% renewable energy use in our facilities. We embrace different perspectives — from scientists and designers to coders and quarterbacks — because we know everyone brings unique experiences and ideas to the team. To serve athletes across the hundreds of countries where NIKE does business, we need teams that truly reflect the diversity of our consumers and a culture of inclusivity. We aim to foster inclusion and embrace diversity throughout our business, teams, and culture to create breakthrough innovations, empower teammates to realize their full potential and bring us closer to the communities we serve. NIKE's diverse, high-performing teams around the world are united in purpose and inspired to change the world through sport.
Why Work With Us
With a global footprint, culture of innovation and team-first mentality, we take action to create a future of continual progress for athletes, sport and our world. Whether our job is designing the ultimate sneaker or coding a revolutionary app, we’re united by the same mission: to bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete in the world.
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