Vice President, Research & Development

About Us

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact peoples 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 has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham Massachusetts with more than 4100 associates the companys products are sold at key retailers online and offline and through distributors around the world.

Vice President Research & Development

About the Role;

This isnt just an R&D leadership role its your chance to shape the future of how millions of people experience their homes every day. As VP of R&D for Sharks Home Environment and Non Robotic Floorcare categories youll set the vision steer the strategy and raise the bar for what great looks like.

Youll own the long term innovation roadmap turning big picture strategy into breakthrough products that people love and rate 5 stars. Sitting at the leadership table youll connect the dots across the business aligning teams unlocking investment and making sure we move fast smart and with purpose.

At your core youre the champion of consumer first innovation driving performance reliability and a little bit of wow into everything we build.

What Youll Do;

• Set the vision Define and drive the long term R&D and technology strategy across key categories future focused bold and built to win
• Lead innovation at scale Balance breakthrough ideas with real world delivery ensuring a strong pipeline from concept to shelf
• Own the portfolio Prioritise what matters manage risk and keep programs on track on budget and ahead of expectations
• Push whats possible Explore emerging tech new materials and smarter architectures turning insight into competitive advantage
• Collaborate like a pro Partner across Design Product Operations Supply Chain and Commercial teams to bring ideas to life seamlessly
• Build a world class team Inspire grow and scale a global R&D organisation that thrives on curiosity pace and accountability
• Drive results Use data insight and instinct to guide decisions influence leadership and deliver meaningful business impact

What Youll Bring;

• Deep experience 20 years leading Engineering or R&D including running large complex global teams and portfolios
• Proven impact A track record of delivering standout consumer products that define and redefine categories
• Strategic mindset You think big act decisively and know how to align teams around a clear direction
• Leadership presence Confident influencing at the highest levels whether thats executive stakeholders or the board
• Consumer obsession You dont just understand customers you anticipate them and build products they didnt know they needed
• Data driven thinking Comfortable using numbers to prioritise justify investment and make smart calls
• Technical depth Experience with airflow performance driven systems or similar complex engineering challenges
• Energy and pace You thrive in fast moving environments and love turning bold ideas into reality

If youre excited by the idea of building category leading products shaping global strategy and leading teams that move at speed this is your role.

Our Culture

At SharkNinja we dont just raise the barwe push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible push boundaries and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane youll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance retirement plans paid time off employee stock purchase options wellness programs SharkNinja product discounts and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining whats possible. When you join youre not just part of a companyyoure part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together we wont just launch productswell disrupt entire markets.

At SharkNinja Diversity Equity and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinjas innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work making an impact and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership associates and our community we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.

Learn more about us: Life At SharkNinja Outrageously Extraordinary

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