SharkNinja · 22 hours ago
Senior Manager, Design and Advanced Development
Needham, MA, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$116K/yr - $178K/yr
8+ years expSharkNinja is a global product design and technology company known for its innovative lifestyle solutions. They are seeking a Senior Manager, Design and Advanced Development to lead the development of early-stage concepts and design storytelling while collaborating with various teams to ensure product strategies are effective and achievable.
BeautyConsumer ElectronicsConsumer GoodsRetail
Responsibilities
Manage the development of early-stage concepts, design storytelling, and early platform exploration across multiple product categories
Use design storytelling to pitch future-focused concepts in a way that connects emotionally and drives alignment across the business
Partner with Mechanical Engineering, R&D, Product Development, and Product Marketing to ensure early concepts are rooted in a strong, scalable product strategy
Integrate knowledge of materials, manufacturing methods (e.g., plastic injection molding, die casting, sheet metal), and DFM/DFA to ensure ideas are not just exciting but achievable
Inspire and lead a team of engineers and designers, fostering a culture of curiosity, experimentation, and excellence
Contribute to the strategic direction of the Advanced Development pipeline, identifying opportunities for innovation and differentiation
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or a closely related technical discipline
8+ years of experience in product development, with at least 3 years in a management role, ideally in a high-volume consumer goods environment
Consumer-obsessed mindset with a proven ability to develop products that influence behavior, exceed expectations, and set new standards in the market
Strong consumer intuition and market awareness, with the ability to anticipate user needs and identify commercially viable opportunities
Excellent communication and storytelling skills with the ability to pitch ideas and influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization
Passion for hands-on development, technical problem-solving, and pushing boundaries
Demonstrated ability to deliver complex global initiatives on time and within budget, navigating diverse stakeholder needs and evolving project landscapes
Experience using SolidWorks or Creo, KeyShot, and Adobe Suite
Benefits
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
Wellness programs
Company
SharkNinja
SharkNinja is a consumer goods company that offers beauty, home care, kitchen appliances, and outdoor electronic products.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (40)
2024 (33)
2023 (18)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.2BKey Investors
CDH Investments
2025-08-20Post Ipo Secondary· $638M
2024-03-19Post Ipo Secondary· $272.13M
2023-12-04Post Ipo Secondary· $286.47M
Leadership Team
Mark Barrocas
Chief Executive Officer
Adam Quigley
EVP, Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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