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Posted May 7, 2026

Senior Director, Applied Science - AI and Machine Learning Innovation at NIKE

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Join the Future of Sport and Technology as a Senior Director, Applied Science at NIKE

Are you a visionary leader ready to drive results and define an industry? Do you have a passion for AI, machine learning, and innovation? NIKE, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Senior Director, Applied Science to lead our Advanced Machine Learning initiatives and revolutionize our product creation lifecycle. As a remote role, this position offers the freedom and flexibility to work from anywhere, except in South Dakota, Vermont, and West Virginia.

About NIKE, Inc.

NIKE, Inc. is more than just a sportswear company - it's a technology company that combines innovation, creativity, and passion to revolutionize the future of sport. Our teams at NIKE Global Technology exist to push the boundaries of what's possible, from developing cutting-edge products and managing big data to providing leading-edge engineering and systems support. We invest in the most creative people in the world and give them the support to constantly innovate, iterate, and serve consumers more directly and personally.

Our Culture

At NIKE, Inc., we thrive in a culture that embraces diversity, rewards imagination, and encourages growth. We're a company that looks for people who can grow, think, dream, and create. Our teams are innovative, diverse, multidisciplinary, and collaborative, taking technology into the future and bringing the world with it.

The Role

As a Senior Director, Applied Science, you will spearhead CPI's Advanced Machine Learning initiatives, aimed at revolutionizing Nike's product creation lifecycle - from ideation through to supply chain. You will be responsible for building and developing a team, shaping the science philosophy, planning, and strategizing as we explore domains such as Large Language Models (LLMs), diffusion models, reinforcement learning (RL), and simulation to support new experiences for our designers and developers.

Key Responsibilities

Who You Are

We're looking for a visionary leader with a deep understanding of AI and machine learning. You should have:

Essential Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

What We Offer

As a Senior Director, Applied Science at NIKE, Inc., you will enjoy:

Competitive Compensation

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $199,200.00 in our lowest geographic market to $471,100.00 in our highest geographic market. Actual salary will vary based on a candidate's location, qualifications, skills, and experience.

Benefits and Perks

Why Join NIKE?

At NIKE, Inc., we're committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and job applicants. We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process, including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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.

How to Apply

If this role sounds like a perfect fit, don't hesitate. Apply today and let's build the future together.

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