Footwear AI Design Lead — Generative Innovation

Workman Labs; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Nike Design Generative Studio in Beaverton, OR is seeking a Lead Designer to develop AI-augmented workflows for the footwear design community, working alongside global AI/ML engineers and designers.

Lead designer will partner with footwear teams, prototype AI-driven workflows, and scale tools from concept to enterprise-ready solutions. Requires 4–5 years of design experience and a strong portfolio showcasing creative and technical abilities.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years design experience with progression toward creative technology.
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Architecture, Fashion Design, or related field.
• Hands-on experience with node-based visual coding for generative AI.
• Knowledge of 2D/3D design workflows and footwear design principles.
• Understanding of additive manufacturing and 3D printing.
• Portfolio demonstrating creative and technical work.
• Bonus: spatial computing (AR/VR), web development, or AI/design community involvement.

Responsibilities

• Partner with footwear designers to identify opportunities for AI integration that enhance creative processes.
• Design and prototype generative AI workflows using node-based visual coding environments.
• Act as a bridge between creative and engineering teams, translating design needs into technical specifications.
• Scale prototypes from proof-of-concept toward enterprise-grade tools.
• Support AI adoption through training materials and demonstrations.
• Evaluate and integrate new generative AI models and techniques.
• Provide hands-on support during design reviews and creative launches.

Skills

Node-based visual coding

2D/3D design workflows

Portfolio demonstrations

Education

Bachelor's degree in design (related field)

Job description

Nike Design Generative Studio in Beaverton, OR is seeking a Lead Designer to develop AI-augmented workflows for the footwear design community, working alongside global AI/ML engineers and designers.

Lead designer will partner with footwear teams, prototype AI-driven workflows, and scale tools from concept to enterprise-ready solutions. Requires 4–5 years of design experience and a strong portfolio showcasing creative and technical abilities.