Director, UX

SharkNinja

Job Location:

Needham, MA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 230000 - 285000

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Us

SharkNinjais a global product design and technology company with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positivelyimpactpeoples lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted global brands Shark and Ninja the company has a proventrack recordof bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowedSharkNinjato enter multiple product categories driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham Massachusetts with more than4100associates the companys products are sold at key retailers online and offline and through distributors around the world.

Director UX

Mobile Apps & Connected Product Experiences

ABOUT US

USER EXPERIENCE DESIGN AT SHARKNINJA

AtSharkNinja we work hard to provide our consumers with high quality innovative and delightful products. We are passionate about user experience and we are looking for creative designers whothink outside the box embrace the latest technology advocate for our customers and push the boundary ofwhatspossible. Join us on our exciting journey to shape the future ofSharkNinjaproduct experiences.

THE ROLE

SharkNinjaisseekingan experienced and visionary Director of UX to lead our growing UX team and set the strategic direction for connected product experiences across our Shark and Ninja this senior leadership role you will champion human-centered design thinking build and mentor a high-performing team of designers and partner with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver world-class app experiences that complement our industry-leading physical products. You will own the end-to-end UX vision for mobile and connected hardware driving innovation and raising the bar for consumer delight.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Define and own the overarching UX strategy forSharkNinjasconnected app experiences ensuring alignment with brand vision and businessobjectivesacross Shark and Ninja product lines.

Build grow and mentor a high-performing UX team of designers at all levels fostering a culture of creativity collaboration and continuous improvement.

Partner with senior leadership across Product Engineering Industrial Design CMF and Marketing to align the UX roadmap with product strategy and consumer needs.

Champion a human-centered design process ensuring consumer insights and user research are embedded throughout the design lifecycle from concept to launch.

Establish and evolveSharkNinjasUX design system standards and best practices for mobile and connected product experiences on iOS and Android.

Lead design reviews and provide clear constructive direction to designers elevating quality and ensuring consistency across all touchpoints.

Evangelize UX across the organization educating cross-functional partners on the value of design and advocating for the consumer at every level.

Oversee the integration of AI tools and emerging technologies into the design process keepingSharkNinjaat the forefront of design innovation.
Set team goals manage resourcing and capacity and report on UX impact metrics to executive leadership.

ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS

10 years of UX design experience with 4 years in a people management or leadership role overseeing a team of designers.

Deepexpertisein UX design for mobile experiences on iOS and Android; experienceintegrating software UX with physical hardware products is highly desirable.

A compelling portfolio of workdemonstratingstrategic design leadership cross-functional collaboration and measurable consumer impact.

Proven ability to articulate and defend design decisions to executive stakeholders translating vision into actionable roadmaps.

Expert-levelproficiencyin Figma and Adobe Creative Suite; working knowledge of AI-powered design tools.

Strong business acumen with the ability to balance consumer advocacy technical feasibility and commercialobjectives.

Exceptional communication storytelling and influencing skills with the ability to inspire teams and align diverse stakeholders.

Bachelors orMastersdegree in UI/UX Design Industrial Design Interaction Design HCI ora relateddiscipline.

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

$230000 - $285000 USD

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.

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Director

About UsSharkNinjais a global product design and technology company with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positivelyimpactpeoples lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted global brands Shark and Ninja the company has a proventrack recordof bringing disr...