NIKE, Inc

Product Developer II - Kids Footwear

NIKE, Inc$80K — $95K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business or related field, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience
  • Understanding of footwear pattern engineering and manufacturing processes
  • Strong collaboration skills with experience in facilitating meetings
  • Effective communicator with a clear articulation of objectives
  • Creative problem-solver with cost-effective solution identification skills
  • Experience in project management and hands-on product iteration

Responsibilities

  • Drive product and process excellence for assigned projects
  • Collaborate across functional teams to advance project goals
  • Translate 2D design intent into 3D product samples
  • Utilize technical expertise to enhance product quality
  • Ensure timelines, cost targets, and sustainability goals are met
  • Support product commercialization and manufacturability

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative team environment
  • Engagement with various functional partners across product creation
  • Potential for growth in project management and technical skills
  • Involvement in innovative footwear development for children
  • Travel opportunities up to 15% for global collaboration
Full Job Description
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

As a member of the Kids Footwear Team, you'll collaborate closely with functional partners across the product creation process, including Footwear Engineering, Footwear Product Testing, Footwear Material Design and Development, Product Design, Product Management, Product Merchandising, Sourcing and Operations, and overseas partners, both internal and external to NIKE. You will report to the Footwear Tech Development Director in Kids and navigate the Nike matrix to ensure processes align with NIKE Footwear Development best practices. You will also serve as the primary point of contact for overseas partners, ensuring communication is consistent, clear, and actionable.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a Footwear Technical Developer 2 to be an integral part of our Footwear Product Team, creating amazing footwear for our youngest athletes! You should demonstrate strengths in project management, cross-functional collaboration, and problem-solving within a product creation environment. You are a self-starter, a quick learner, a clear communicator, and a team-oriented contributor with strong leadership skills. As a member of the NIKE Kids team, you'll help shape the future of kids' footwear and solve challenges that support the unique needs tied to children's stages of development.

  • Bachelor's degree in business or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training
  • Minimum of 2 years directly relevant work experience
  • Demonstrated understanding of footwear pattern engineering, tooling, and manufacturing processes.
  • Effective collaborator adept at working productively within a team, including experience facilitating meetings, driving consensus, and influencing others.
  • Proven communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate goals and objectives.
  • Ability to identify and recommend cost-effective solutions and apply creative problem-solving skills.
  • Experience in project management and hands-on product iteration, including ability to read technical drawings and digital files.
  • Basic knowledge of materials, test methods, and their application.
  • Ability to travel up to 15% of the time.


WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON

You'll drive product and process excellence for assigned projects, transforming a project brief and 2D design into a 3D sample that delivers on consumer insights and business goals. You'll engage across all phases of the product creation process to ensure projects hit critical dates and deliver against design intent, performance expectations, costing, profitability, and sustainability goals. You also prepare projects for successful commercialization and manufacturability.

  • Collaborate across functional teams to advance project goals.
  • Translate 2D design intent into 3D product samples.
  • Use technical expertise to elevate product quality and value.
  • Ensure alignment with timelines, cost targets, and sustainability metrics.
  • Support effective commercialization and manufacturability.

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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