Technical Developer II, Socks, Global Accessories

Nike•Beaverton, OR

About The Position

We are seeking a Technical Developer with experience in socks, knitwear, or apparel to join the Nike Global Accessories Team. Experience with textiles, finishings, embellishments, trims, and graphic applications is highly desired. The ideal candidate is collaborative, versatile, and a creative problem solver. The role requires a foundational understanding of the end-to-end product creation process, from concept through production. Responsibilities include interpreting design intent, building tech packs, and driving cross-functional collaboration to meet on-time delivery goals. The candidate will also provide technical recommendations that elevate craft and quality in service of our athletes and consumers, while communicating effectively in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is an active listener who communicates clearly across diverse settings and can influence others while demonstrating credibility and reliability. They are curious, adaptable, and accountable, with a commitment to continuous growth, openness to feedback, and respect for diverse perspectives, ideas, cultures, and technologies. They will feel comfortable seeking out resources internally to problem solve and add to their own learning.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or any suitable combination of education, experience or training
2+ years of directly relevant experience in apparel, knit, or accessories product development, with a strong focus on craft, quality, and manufacturability
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Knowledge of knit product development process from concept through production, including yarns and raw materials, knit structures, costing, manufacturing, and machinery
Ability to understand detailed product specifications that interpret design intent and propose alternative solutions when needed
Clear and concise communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to thrive in a deadline-driven environment while managing multiple seasonal projects
Ability to act as a technical resource
Ability to lead product review sessions with energy and positive influence
Ability to apply problem-solving, decision-making, and attention to detail
Ability to travel up to 5% (domestic and international)

Nice To Haves

Experience with textiles, finishings, embellishments, trims, and graphic applications
Experience with 3D software or knit programming systems

Responsibilities

Interpreting design intent
Building tech packs
Driving cross-functional collaboration to meet on-time delivery goals
Providing technical recommendations that elevate craft and quality
Communicating effectively in a fast-paced environment
Seeking out resources internally to problem solve and add to their own learning
Updating tech packs
Communicating design intent, materials, construction sketches, and graphic placements with cross-functional and factory partners
Tracking and requesting prototypes
Managing and meeting calendar target dates
Attending meetings that relate to their product’s development
Communicating progress and challenges to their team and leadership
Leading proto review sessions with cross-functional partners
Collecting feedback and capturing comments that will lead to an on time confirmable buy-ready product