Amazing co-workers and engineering managers but out of touch senior leadership - Senior App Engineer/Tech Lead NIKE Employee Review

4.0
21 May 2019
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Pros

Thousands of really smart engineers to share ideas and collaborate with. Great benefits and competitive salary.

Cons

Nike is a very large, top-heavy corporation who shuffles around senior leadership and upper level management roles frequently. This leads to policies that stifle engineering growth opportunity. The pace of innovation is somewhat limited by politics and sheer size. Headquarters are in Beaverton, 15 miles from Portland. The commute is pretty miserable (up to an hour one way) if you want to live in the city.

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Pros

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Cons

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2.0
21 Jun 2026
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Pros

Working at Nike was a great experience overall. The company culture is energetic, inclusive, and team-oriented. Management encourages employees to embody the Nike brand and provides opportunities for growth within retail and corporate roles. Employee discounts are excellent and make it easy to enjoy the products you sell. The work environment is fast-paced, especially during launches and holiday seasons, which keeps the job engaging. I also appreciated working alongside passionate teammates who genuinely cared about customer service and creating a positive shopping experience.

Cons

Retail schedules can be inconsistent and often include nights, weekends, and holidays. During peak periods, the store can become extremely busy, which can be stressful when balancing customer service expectations with operational tasks. Advancement opportunities can vary depending on store location and management structure.

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