Product Development Manager (NEEDHAM)

About Us

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people's lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja , the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 4,100 associates, the company's products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.

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Senior Product Developer, Robots

At SharkNinja, our mission is to positively impact people's lives every day in every home around the world. As we expand our leadership in home robotics, we seek a Senior Product Developer - Tech (PD-T) to drive the next generation of SharkNinja Robots. This role is for those who are passionate about robotics, thrive in cross-functional environments, and want to shape the future of smart home automation.

Role Overview

The Product Development - Robots team is at the heart of SharkNinja's innovation engine, responsible for delivering breakthrough robotic products from concept to launch. As a Senior Product Developer - Tech (PD-T), you will act as a product CEO for assigned robot platforms, collaborating with engineering, software, UX, quality, and commercial teams to deliver best-in-class consumer experiences. You will be a technical leader and advocate for the consumer, ensuring our robots are reliable, intelligent, and delight users in every interaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive Robot Product Roadmap: Lead the development and enhancement of SharkNinja's robot portfolio, including day-to-day management of technical requirements, product improvements, and optimizations. Champion the integration of advanced technologies (e.g., SLAM, AI, connectivity) to deliver differentiated features and performance.

• Technical Leadership: Define, develop, and iterate product specifications for robots, balancing consumer needs, market opportunities, and technical feasibility. Partner closely with engineering and software teams to translate consumer insights into robust, scalable solutions.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with engineers, marketers, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure seamless execution from prototype to mass production. Facilitate technical discussions, resolve roadblocks, and ensure alignment across global teams.

• Competitive Analysis: Lead technical benchmarking of competitor robots, identifying gaps and opportunities for SharkNinja to lead in performance, reliability, and user experience.

• Legacy Product Stewardship: Serve as the technical expert for legacy robot lines, gathering feedback from consumers and the market to inform next-generation product development.

• Quality & Validation: Partner with Testing and Quality to define and manage robot-specific validation protocols, including firmware, hardware, and system-level testing. Drive continuous improvement through data-driven analysis of field performance and consumer feedback.

• Project Management: Own technical project timelines, prioritize initiatives, and manage multiple robot programs in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Vendor & Partner Coordination: Collaborate with external partners (e.g., component suppliers, software vendors) to ensure technical requirements are met and intellectual property is protected.

Basic Qualifications

• 4-5+ years of experience in product development, robotics, software/hardware engineering, or a related technical field-preferably with consumer robotics or connected devices.

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related discipline.

• Deep understanding of robotics technologies (navigation, perception, embedded systems, connectivity) and a passion for building innovative, consumer-centric products.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Proven project management skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple concurrent projects.

• A collaborative, consumer-first mindset and a drive to deliver 5-star experiences.

This evergreen job post is for upcoming Senior Product Developer, Robots at SharkNinja. We're continuously seeking exceptional candidates who aspire to make a positive impact on people's lives. Your application will be thoroughly reviewed for potential future opportunities within our team. We encourage you to explore all relevant current openings and apply accordingly.

Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary range for this position is displayed below. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts (HSA) with company contribution, 40]]>