NIKE, Inc

Director, Mobility & Mobile Release Engineer

NIKE, Inc$130K — $180K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer science, or related field; suitable work experience considered.
  • 9+ years of relevant experience, including 5+ years in people leadership roles.
  • Experience leading engineering teams in enterprise mobility or related technologies.
  • Strong knowledge of Apple and Android ecosystems, including endpoint management practices.
  • Hands-on experience with enterprise mobility and endpoint management platforms like JAMF Pro and Microsoft Intune.
  • Demonstrated ability to build high-performing teams and develop leadership.
  • Excellent communication skills for aligning technical strategies with business objectives.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the strategy and execution for Nike's enterprise mobility and mobile release capabilities.
  • Own the delivery model for mobile application releases and production readiness.
  • Drive engineering excellence for Apple and Android ecosystems to ensure device security and scalability.
  • Make platform decisions and guide modernization across endpoint management technologies.
  • Collaborate with engineering, product, and operations teams to enhance release quality and deployment speed.
  • Build and mentor high-performing teams with a focus on accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Translate business needs into prioritized engineering investments for user experience and operational efficiency.

Benefits

  • Access to a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment.
  • Opportunity to work with global technology organizations.
  • Ability to shape the engineering strategy across various mobile platforms.
  • Experience leading significant engineering teams and initiatives.
  • Potential for career growth within a leading global brand.
Full Job Description
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

In this role, you will operate in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment, partnering with multiple global technology organizations across Nike, including FAST, Corporate Functions, and GaME. You will help support technology experiences for employees across both retail and corporate settings, while also collaborating with key vendors and leveraging vendor technologies that enable and enhance Nike's end-user experience.

This role will report to the Senior Director, Enterprise Systems Core Engineering.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Nike is looking for a strategic and highly technical leader to serve as Director, Mobility & Mobile Release Engineering. In this role, you will lead the engineering strategy, operational excellence, and roadmap for Nike's enterprise mobility ecosystem and mobile release delivery capabilities. You will shape how mobile experiences are built, secured, deployed, and supported across Apple and Android platforms, enabling reliable, scalable, and secure experiences for employees and critical business operations around the world.

This role is ideal for a leader who combines strong technical depth with organizational leadership, strategic thinking, and a passion for building platforms that empower others. You bring clarity in ambiguity, raise the bar for engineering excellence, and know how to build an environment where teams can deliver at scale while continuously improving how work gets done.

The ideal candidate brings deep experience leading engineering teams in enterprise mobility, endpoint management, mobile platform operations, or release engineering at scale. You are equally comfortable setting long-term strategy, influencing senior stakeholders, and driving execution through complex technical environments.
  • Bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer science or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training
  • 9+ years of relevant experience with ppeople leadership experience, including 5+ years of directly managing and developing teams
  • Proven experience leading engineering organizations responsible for mobility, endpoint platforms, mobile application delivery, or related enterprise technology domains.
  • Strong knowledge of Apple and Android ecosystems, device lifecycle management, enterprise mobility architecture, and endpoint management practices.
  • Experience with release engineering disciplines including CI/CD practices, code signing, provisioning, deployment governance, phased rollouts, and production readiness.
  • Hands-on familiarity with enterprise mobility and endpoint management platforms such as JAMF Pro, JAMF Connect, Microsoft Intune, and Apple Business services.
  • Demonstrated success building and developing high-performing teams, including managers and senior engineers.
  • Strong communication and influencing skills with the ability to align technical strategy to business outcomes.
  • Experience managing roadmaps, prioritization, vendor or platform decisions, and large-scale cross-functional delivery.


Preferred Experience
  • Experience supporting global enterprise environments with a mix of corporate, retail, and frontline device use cases.
  • Background modernizing mobility platforms, improving developer or release pipelines, and reducing operational complexity through automation.
  • Experience working in large-scale consumer, retail, or digital ecosystems where uptime, security, and speed of delivery are critical.
  • Familiarity with identity, security, compliance, and access patterns across enterprise device environments.
  • Passion for creating excellent end-user experiences through resilient platforms, disciplined engineering practices, and strong operational leadership.


WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON

As part of Enterprise Systems Core Engineering, you will define and execute a mobility and release engineering strategy that advances platform resilience, end-user experience, security, and delivery velocity. You will lead a multidisciplinary organization responsible for enterprise mobility, device platform engineering, endpoint management, and mobile release governance across a diverse portfolio of business-critical capabilities.
  • Lead the strategy, roadmap, and execution for Nike's enterprise mobility and mobile release engineering capabilities.
  • Own the end-to-end delivery model for mobile application releases, including signing, provisioning, phased rollouts, deployment controls, and production readiness.
  • Drive engineering excellence across Apple and Android ecosystems, ensuring secure, reliable, and scalable device experiences for global users.
  • Lead platform decisions and modernization efforts across endpoint management technologies such as JAMF, JAMF Connect, Intune, and Apple Business services.
  • Partner across engineering, product, security, infrastructure, and operations teams to improve release quality, deployment speed, and operational resilience.
  • Build and lead high-performing teams, develop leaders, and create a culture grounded in accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  • Translate business needs into prioritized engineering investments that improve user experience, reduce operational friction, and create measurable value for Nike.


Scope of Responsibility

You will lead and inspire a team of approximately 30 engineers and technical professionals responsible for the platforms, tools, and services that power enterprise mobility and mobile release operations. This includes ownership of key engineering domains such as:
  • Apple ecosystem engineering
  • macOS laptop platform support and lifecycle engineering
  • iOS device engineering for phones and iPads
  • Android device engineering
  • Retail mobile and self-service device platforms, including NPOS and kiosk environments
  • Nike Tools applications and enterprise mobile enablement
  • Mobile release and deployment engineering across retail, consumer, and corporate app portfolios
  • Unified endpoint management through platforms such as JAMF Pro, JAMF Connect, Intune, and Apple Business services


About NIKE, Inc

Nike is a sporting goods company that designs, develops, and markets footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessory products. The company offers various categories of shoes including running, training, basketball, soccer, sport-inspired urban shoes, and kids' shoes. It also provides shoes for aquatic activities, baseball, football, cheerleading, golf, lacrosse, outdoor activities, skateboarding, tennis, volleyball, walking, wrestling, and various athletic and recreational uses. In addition, the company offers sports-inspired lifestyle apparel, athletic bags, and accessory items. Further, it provides a line of performance equipment including bags, socks, sports balls, eyewear, timepieces, electronic devices, bats, gloves, protective equipment, golf clubs, and various equipment designed for sports activities under the NIKE brand name, as well as markets apparel with licensed college and professional team and league logos. Additionally, it offers licenses to produce and sell NIKE brand swimwear, children's apparel, training equipment, eyewear, electronic devices, and golf accessories. The company also markets its products under the brand names of Converse, Chuck Taylor, All Star, One Star, Umbro, Jack Purcell, Cole Haan, Bragano, and Hurley. It sells its products to retail accounts through stores, independent distributors, and licensees, as well as through its Website, nikestore.com. As of May 31, 2009, Nike, Inc. operated 338 retail stores in the United States and 336 retail stores internationally. The company was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon.

Nike Careers

Join the dynamic world of Nike, Inc., a global leader in sports apparel and innovation, where your career can flourish in an environment that fosters diversity, leadership, and growth. At Nike, we believe in bringing out the best in our team members through continuous professional development and a culture that celebrates creativity and innovation. Work You’ll Do Become a part of Nike’s mission to inspire and innovate towards a better world. Engage in work that intersects with cutting-edge technology, market-leading strategies, and sustainable practices that define the future of the sports industry. Lead with us at the forefront of the global marketplace, where your skills in leadership, teamwork, and innovation can shine. Nike offers a unique position in the industry, combining deep industry expertise with a relentless pursuit of excellence. Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals who are pioneers in their fields. Nike, Inc. employs over 75,000 passionate and talented individuals worldwide, all dedicated to moving the world of sports forward. Introducing Nike’s Professional Growth and Development Opportunities We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member can succeed. Nike offers a variety of job opportunities, from in-store retail positions to corporate roles in design, marketing, and technology. Do Innovative Work Join us and contribute to our mission of bringing inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world. (*If you have a body, you are an athlete.) Deliver targeted solutions and drive innovation through your unique perspective and skills. At Nike, Inc., your work directly contributes to our global impact. Be Part of a Great Team Engage in meaningful work that connects with consumers and impacts millions worldwide. Our team benefits from unparalleled capabilities, a commitment to diversity training, and a culture that encourages professional growth and networking. Future-Proof Your Career Advance your career with Nike’s comprehensive benefits and support systems. We provide extensive training, development programs, and leadership courses to help you reach your full potential. Explore Discover how Nike is leading in sustainable innovation and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the sports industry. The Nike Employment Experience Our combined efforts in innovation, culture, and leadership make Nike, Inc. not just a place to work, but a place to grow a rewarding career. Clients and employees alike look to Nike for new strategies and impactful solutions in a rapidly evolving industry. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We are always on the lookout for curious, driven, creative, and solution-oriented team players. SEARCH NIKE JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Explore the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Nike, Inc.
Learn more about NIKE, Inc
Size
73,300 employees
Market Cap
$184.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.8 billion
Founded
1964
5 Year Trend
+6.3%
Revenue
$38.2 billion
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