Distinguished Engineer - GaME (Geographies & Marketplace Experiences)
About the role
We are seeking a world-class Distinguished Engineer to help define the future of Nike's global marketplace and digital consumer ecosystem. This leader will shape the technical strategy behind Nike's consumer experiences including Nike App, SNKRS, Nike.com, marketplace capabilities, partner experiences, personalization platforms, commerce services, and emerging AI-driven shopping experiences. As one of the most senior technical leaders within GaME, this individual will operate as a force multiplier across engineering organizations, influencing architecture, technology strategy, product innovation, platform modernization, AI adoption, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate combines deep software engineering expertise with proven experience building large-scale consumer platforms, modern cloud architectures, AI-powered experiences, and highly resilient digital ecosystems serving millions of consumers worldwide. This role will help Nike navigate one of the most significant technology shifts in retail history: the transition from traditional digital experiences to AI-powered, agent-driven commerce.
Responsibilities
Strategic Technical Leadership
- Define and drive the long-term technology vision for GaME.
- Partner with VP Engineering, Product, Design and Architecture leaders to establish a multi-year technology roadmap.
- Influence architectural decisions across multiple portfolios and domains.
- Lead cross-functional technical initiatives that span teams, products, and platforms.
- Serve as a trusted