Senior Product Developer - Robotics

Senior Product Developer – Robotics

At Shark Ninja, 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 Shark Ninja 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.

The Product Development – Robots team is at the heart of Shark Ninja’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.

• Drive Robot Product
  
  Roadmap:
  
  lead the development and enhancement of Shark Ninja’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 Shark Ninja 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.

• 2–5+ 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.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, embrace transparency, and learn from every iteration.

The annual salary range for this position is $75,100 — $110,000 USD. 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…