Lead the Advanced Development robotics team, guiding innovation in robotic floorcare by developing prototypes and coordinating cross-functional resources to drive projects from concept to execution.
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.
Manager, Advanced Development - Robotics Engineering
Description
SharkNinja is seeking a Manager of Advanced Development within our Robotics Engineering group to lead our US-based Advanced Development robotics team and drive early-stage innovation in robotic floorcare. This role is responsible for guiding the day-to-day technical direction, execution, and development of the US team while partnering closely with a global robotics organization to explore, prototype, and mature new product technologies and concepts. The Manager will play a key role in translating consumer needs and innovation themes into tangible building blocks that support Shark's next generation of robotic products.
This is a full-time position based in Newton, Massachusetts.
Duties and Responsibilities• Solve real consumer problems by developing, prototyping, and evaluating new robotic floorcare technologies and product concepts• Lead Advanced Development projects from early concept through proof-of-viability, driving day-to-day technical execution and outcomes• Translate high-level innovation themes and consumer insights into concrete experiments, prototypes, and test plans• Lead and develop the US-based Advanced Development robotics team, setting clear priorities, expectations, and technical direction• Drive project execution by coordinating cross-functional and global resources across Engineering, Product Development, Industrial Design, UX, Quality, and Manufacturing,• Generate data-driven insights by interpreting test results and translating them into clear recommendations and next steps• Prepare technical updates, demonstrations, and documentation to support transitions from Advanced Development into New Product Development• Adapt quickly to shifting priorities while maintaining momentum on longer-term innovation efforts• Partner with external technology collaborators and suppliers to support development work as needed• Identify risks, tradeoffs, and opportunities early, and make thoughtful recommendations on pivots, prioritization, or project continuation
Skills Required• Strong background in systems engineering, robotics, automation, and/or electromechanical systems• Experience working on consumer products or mobile robotics in a fast-paced, global organization• Ability to balance consumer insights with technical feasibility when shaping solutions• Hands-on prototyping and experimentation mindset, comfortable with early-stage ambiguity• Willingness to pursue multiple solution paths and quickly learn from failure• Strong organizational skills with experience juggling multiple projects and priorities• Collaborative approach and respect for cross-functional disciplines including Product Development, Industrial Design, UX, Quality, Testing and Manufacturing• Clear, concise communicator capable of translating technical work into actionable insights
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, 401(k) retirement plan with matching, employee stock purchase program, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, generous paid time off, company holidays, parental leave, identity theft protection, pet insurance, pre-paid legal insurance, back-up child and eldercare days, product discounts, referral bonus program, and more.
Pay Range
$90,000-$150,000 USD
Our Culture
At SharkNinja, we don't just raise the bar-we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you'll be right at home.
What We Offer
We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what's possible. When you join, you're not just part of a company-you're part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won't just launch products-we'll disrupt entire markets.
At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja's innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.
Learn more about us:
Life At SharkNinja
Outrageously Extraordinary
SharkNinja Candidate Privacy Notice
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at [email protected]
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.
Manager, Advanced Development - Robotics Engineering
Description
SharkNinja is seeking a Manager of Advanced Development within our Robotics Engineering group to lead our US-based Advanced Development robotics team and drive early-stage innovation in robotic floorcare. This role is responsible for guiding the day-to-day technical direction, execution, and development of the US team while partnering closely with a global robotics organization to explore, prototype, and mature new product technologies and concepts. The Manager will play a key role in translating consumer needs and innovation themes into tangible building blocks that support Shark's next generation of robotic products.
This is a full-time position based in Newton, Massachusetts.
Duties and Responsibilities• Solve real consumer problems by developing, prototyping, and evaluating new robotic floorcare technologies and product concepts• Lead Advanced Development projects from early concept through proof-of-viability, driving day-to-day technical execution and outcomes• Translate high-level innovation themes and consumer insights into concrete experiments, prototypes, and test plans• Lead and develop the US-based Advanced Development robotics team, setting clear priorities, expectations, and technical direction• Drive project execution by coordinating cross-functional and global resources across Engineering, Product Development, Industrial Design, UX, Quality, and Manufacturing,• Generate data-driven insights by interpreting test results and translating them into clear recommendations and next steps• Prepare technical updates, demonstrations, and documentation to support transitions from Advanced Development into New Product Development• Adapt quickly to shifting priorities while maintaining momentum on longer-term innovation efforts• Partner with external technology collaborators and suppliers to support development work as needed• Identify risks, tradeoffs, and opportunities early, and make thoughtful recommendations on pivots, prioritization, or project continuation
Skills Required• Strong background in systems engineering, robotics, automation, and/or electromechanical systems• Experience working on consumer products or mobile robotics in a fast-paced, global organization• Ability to balance consumer insights with technical feasibility when shaping solutions• Hands-on prototyping and experimentation mindset, comfortable with early-stage ambiguity• Willingness to pursue multiple solution paths and quickly learn from failure• Strong organizational skills with experience juggling multiple projects and priorities• Collaborative approach and respect for cross-functional disciplines including Product Development, Industrial Design, UX, Quality, Testing and Manufacturing• Clear, concise communicator capable of translating technical work into actionable insights
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, 401(k) retirement plan with matching, employee stock purchase program, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, generous paid time off, company holidays, parental leave, identity theft protection, pet insurance, pre-paid legal insurance, back-up child and eldercare days, product discounts, referral bonus program, and more.
Pay Range
$90,000-$150,000 USD
Our Culture
At SharkNinja, we don't just raise the bar-we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you'll be right at home.
What We Offer
We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what's possible. When you join, you're not just part of a company-you're part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won't just launch products-we'll disrupt entire markets.
At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja's innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.
Learn more about us:
Life At SharkNinja
Outrageously Extraordinary
SharkNinja Candidate Privacy Notice
- For candidates based in all regions, please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice.
- For candidates based in China, please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice.
- For candidates based in Vietnam, please refer to this Candidate Privacy Notice.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at [email protected]
Top Skills
Automation
Electromechanical Systems
Robotics
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