Shark Ninja

Product Developer - Floorcare

Shark Ninja$65K — $115K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-4 years of experience in product development or related fields, preferably in consumer goods
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Management, Engineering, or a combination of these
  • Strong consumer-first mindset and passion for the beauty or haircare industry
  • Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills for cross-functional teamwork
  • Highly effective written and verbal communication skills for various audiences
  • Strong project management abilities in fast-paced environments
  • Adaptability to shifting priorities and a desire to continue learning

Responsibilities

  • Support the Shark floorcare business and enhance product portfolio
  • Define and develop product specifications based on consumer needs and market opportunities
  • Take ownership of sales performance within assigned categories and recommend new products
  • Lead product analyses to compare Shark offerings against competitors
  • Act as the voice of legacy product lines to inform future developments
  • Partner with quality organizations to manage testing and performance standards
  • Provide product expertise and support to cross-functional team members

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts with company contribution
  • 401(k) retirement plan with matching
  • Employee stock purchase program
  • Generous paid time off and company holidays
  • Parental leave and identity theft protection
  • Pet insurance and pre-paid legal insurance
Full Job Description
Here are some of the EXCITING things you'll get to do: • Support the Shark floorcare business with the development of successful and profitable programs for key products to ensure continued growth of the product portfolio - you will be responsible for the day-to-day business management and enhancement of some of our Shark product lines, including driving product improvements and optimizations, conducting user research, and partnering with Engineers, Marketers, and more on rolling these product enhancements out to ensure a continued 5-star experience • Define, develop, and iterate product specifications, marrying consumer wants/needs, white space in the market, 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/not working; and recommend new product opportunities to fill those gaps • Lead competitive product analyses, giving your business partners insight into how Shark stacks up against the competition - and maintaining a clear lens on how we can constantly improve to make Shark the consumer's top choice every time • Be the voice of our legacy product lines: share insights and learnings from consumers and the market with Product Developers focused on NPD to ensure critical features and feedback are incorporated into next generation products • Partner with SharkNinja 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 ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS: • 2-4 years of experience in product development, product marketing, marketing, human factors engineering, or a related field - preferable at a consumer goods company. • A passion for hair care or the beauty realm would make you stand out for this role. Formal experience working in the beauty or haircare product space (hair tools, cosmetics tools, etc.) is a plus. • Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent experience) in Business, Marketing, Management, Engineering, or a combination of the above • A "100% on" consumer-first perspective when it comes to introducing new products/processes or improving current products • A mindset geared toward building relationships across multi-functional teams, coupled with excellent interpersonal skills. • COMMUNICATING FOR IMPACT, one of SharkNinja's SUCCESS DRIVERS, is immensely critical in this role. Highly-effective communication skills - both written (presentation/email) and face-to-face (ability to host succinct, effective conversations that solve problems and ability to make effective presentations to all levels of management) - are required. • 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 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 $65,600-$115,000 USD

About Shark Ninja

SharkNinja is a pioneer in small household appliances and cleaning solutions that fit the lifestyles of busy people. By providing highly functional, innovative products, SharkNinja has rapidly carved out a significant market share in the housewares industry, becoming one of the leading companies in this sector. The company's products are sold under the Shark and Ninja brands, which are known for their quality, performance, and affordability. SharkNinja is committed to providing its customers with the best possible experience, and it has a strong reputation for customer service and support.
Learn more about Shark Ninja
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$100 million
Founded
2003
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$1.4 billion
NASDAQ

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