Lead, Footwear Computational Design
On-siteBeaverton, Oregon, United States
EXPIREDBeaverton, Oregon, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeSenior LevelBachelors DegreeEnterprise
Full TimeSenior LevelBachelors DegreeEnterprise
Job Summary
Lead Computational Designer in Nike's Footwear Digital Design Studio, responsible for developing design algorithms for product concepts, integrating code-driven outputs with manufacturing needs (toolpath and machine-code generation), and driving advanced algorithm and geometry creation. You will pilot Generative AI workflows, collaborate with designers and engineers across Rhino/Grasshopper and Houdini environments, and shape the studio's craft and ways of working while leading multiple projects to deliver manufacturable digital design outputs. Travel to support product development may be required.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Art, Architecture, Industrial Design, or Computer Science (visual design/imaging focus) or related field
- 5+ years experience using computational design in product design or related fields
- Proficiency in 2D design and 3D modeling software (Rhino/Grasshopper, Houdini, Maya, Blender, Adobe Suite, etc.)
- Proficiency in coding languages (Python, C#, Vex) for creative applications and computational design thinking, including toolpath and machine-code generation
- Experience with Generative AI tools and workflows (image, geometry, or code generation) applied to design ideation, exploration, or production is a strong plus
- Ability to communicate effectively with cross-disciplinary teams of product designers, developers, and engineers
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Art, Architecture, Industrial Design, Computer Science or related field
- 5+ years experience using computational design in product design or related fields
- Proficiency in 2D design and 3D modeling software (Rhino/Grasshopper, Houdini, Maya, Blender, Adobe Suite, etc.)
- Proficiency in coding languages (Python, C#, Vex) for creative applications and computational design thinking, including toolpath and machine-code generation
- Experience with Generative AI tools and workflows applied to design ideation, exploration, or production
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