SharkNinja · 7 hours ago
Senior Director Product Development - Connectivity
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $300K/yr
10+ years expSharkNinja is a global product design and technology company known for its innovative lifestyle solutions. The Senior Director of Product Development for Connectivity Products will lead a cross-functional team to drive consumer satisfaction and profitability in the robotics and connected products category, overseeing all aspects from product ideation to market launch.
BeautyConsumer ElectronicsConsumer GoodsRetail
Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of successful, profitable programs for SharkNinja Connected Products category, ensuring continued growth and innovation in the product portfolio
Oversee new product development from ideation through mass production, partnering with the SVP to define the strategic roadmap and direction for the category
Manage, mentor, and grow team members (from Intern to Director level), providing guidance, ensuring product success, supporting professional advancement, and holding the team accountable for their deliverables
Serve as an expert people manager, adept at navigating people, conflict, and resource management
Drive the definition and development of product specifications, integrating consumer needs, market opportunities, and cutting-edge technologies as the primary consumer advocate
Steer the development of user-relevant design targets for product performance and user experience, championing these targets across engineering, design, and marketing teams
Partner with Consumer Insights to develop testing objectives and incorporate consumer feedback into product specifications and design iterations
Collaborate with testing and quality teams to define and manage quality and performance testing procedures for robotics and connected products
Manage product cost structure, reporting, and cost rationalization, working with supply chain, merchandising, and planning teams on sourcing strategies
Provide oversight for go-to-market collateral, including instructional materials and consumer-facing product specifications
Oversee the development of product troubleshooting guides and FAQs to support a 5-star consumer experience post-purchase
Act as the category expert for cross-functional team questions and concerns
Lead high-visibility, cross-functional breakthrough initiatives that accelerate business impact and career growth
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in product development, product marketing, engineering, or related fields, preferably within consumer robotics or connected products
Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience) in Business, Marketing, Management, Engineering, or a related discipline
Proven experience hiring, managing, and leading teams with varying levels of professional experience
A consumer-first mindset for introducing new products/processes and improving existing ones
Strong ability to 'manage up,' communicate priorities, and seek feedback from leadership
Relationship-building skills across multi-functional teams and excellent interpersonal abilities
Highly effective communication skills—both written and verbal, including presenting to executive leadership
Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
Desire to learn and grow in a dynamic, innovative environment
Ability to embrace transparency, adapt to shifting priorities, and focus on continuous improvement
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
Competitive health insurance
Retirement plans
Wellness programs
SharkNinja product discounts
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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2021 (29)
2020 (24)
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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