Associate Product Developer

About Shark Ninja

Shark Ninja 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. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts, Shark Ninja employs more than 4,100 associates and sells its products worldwide.

We’re building an AI‑native culture. We’re not waiting for the future; we’re creating it. Our people are expected to experiment boldly, adopt new tools, and continuously raise what’s possible to create meaningful impact for our consumers. If you believe the best way to do your job hasn’t been invented yet, you’ll fit right in.

• Support the Shark business on‑site at our Needham, MA headquarters with the development of successful and profitable programs for key products, ensuring continued growth of the product portfolio. Assist in leading new product development (creation and management) of assigned product(s) from brainstorm phase through mass production, and partner with leadership to define category direction.
• Define, develop, and iterate product specifications, marrying consumer wants/needs, market white space, and product technologies as the primary consumer advocate.
• Take ownership of your assigned categories’ sales performance, partnering with others in the company to identify what products are working or not working and recommend new product opportunities to fill gaps.
• Lead competitive product analyses, giving business partners insight into how Shark stacks up against the competition and maintaining a clear lens on continuous improvement.
• Voice insights and learnings from consumers and the market to Product Developers focused on new product development, ensuring critical features and feedback are incorporated into next‑generation products.
• Partner with Testing and Quality organizations to define, develop, and manage quality and performance testing procedures.
• Act as the product “expert” for cross‑functional team member questions and concerns.

• 2–3+ years of experience in product development, product marketing, marketing, human factors engineering, or a related field – preferable at a consumer goods company.
• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience) in Business, Marketing, Management, Engineering, or a combination of the above.
• A “100% on” consumer‑first perspective when introducing new products/processes or improving current products.
• A mindset geared toward building relationships across multi‑functional teams, coupled with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication skills – both written (presentation/email) and face‑to‑face (concise conversations that solve problems and effective presentations to all levels of management).
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and stay organized in a fast‑paced environment.
• A desire to learn and grow in a passionate environment.
• The ability to embrace transparency and shifting priorities while learning from each decision and focusing on the path forward.

The annual salary range for this position is $56,300—$101,700 USD, influenced by geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; health savings accounts with company contribution; 401(k) retirement plan with matching; employee stock purchase program; life insurance; AD&D; short‑term and long‑term disability insurance; generous paid time off; company holidays; parental leave; identity theft protection; pet insurance; prepaid legal insurance; backup child and eldercare days; product discounts; referral bonus program; and more.

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. Shark Ninja 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 Shark Ninja People & Culture at