Footwear Designer II - Kids

Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team

NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

NIKE, Inc. designs the future. At NIKE, Inc. designers chase their curiosities and build what’s next, shaping the culture and advancing human potential. The Design teams include artists, inventors and specialists, all with different focuses, including color and material experts, and apparel, footwear and graphic designers. Nike designers look to the future, aggressively pursuing materials, ideas and forms that further elevate the athlete experience, raise the bar for modern style and reduce environmental impact.

As our Footwear Designer II – Kids Performance, you'll produce innovative footwear designs and build a line from concept to reality under the direction of our Design Director.

You'll collaborate with Design and Category management teams to build product designs that appeal to our targeted consumers and advance Nike's design image and product performance for kids.

There is opportunity to work on multiple sports including Running and Basketball and because of the way we are structured, some cross over to lifestyle product. 

You will work on both Kids bespoke performance products and also adult encouraged collections!

You'll also proactively follow the execution of all product details, including construction, color, form, style, detail, fit, performance and cost/value requirements; produce and present materials that successfully communicate the category consumers, product concepts and creative strategy to internal and external audiences; and actively seek experienced mentorship to develop appropriate designs with regard to cost/value, fit and performance, manufacturability, sustainability, merchandising and aesthetic finish.

This opportunity also involves crafting new practices, processes and design applications to increase product value and performance. In addition, you'll utilize your knowledge of category-specific consumers and cultures to improve product performance and appearance, and proactively work with Design management and our Design Director to advance and build a personal portfolio of design skills, experiences and product and process knowledge.

Experience in mentoring / managing are a plus.

This role is an exciting opportunity to join a team that is re-writing the future of Kids footwear. 

-  Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design or a related field

-  5-7 years' experience designing and developing innovative footwear products

-  Knowledge of color, textures, human factors and form related to crafting excellent products

-  Passion for performance quality

-  Previous footwear design experience preferred

-  PhotoShop and Illustrator skills and experience with 3D design programs are a plus

-  Knowledge of manufacturing processes, plastics and other engineering materials are ideal

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.