Lead UX Designer

SharkNinja

Job Location:

Needham, MA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 150300 - 183700

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.

Lead UX Designer

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

SharkNinjais looking for a talented and experienced Lead UX Designer to take creative and technical ownership of key app experiences within our UX this role you will serve as a design lead on high-visibility projects setting the design direction while actively contributing hands-on work. You will mentor junior and mid-level designersestablishdesign standards and collaborate closely with Product Engineering and Industrial Design teams to ensure our connected app experiences are intuitive delightful and deeply integrated with our physical Shark and Ninja products.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead end-to-end UX design for key app experiences across the Shark and Ninja connected product portfolio from concept ideation through final implementation on iOS and Android.

Set design direction and quality standards on projects providing hands-on design contributions as well as clear guidance and feedback to other designers.

Mentor and support junior and mid-level UX designers helping to develop their skills and elevating overall team output.

Translate consumer insights user research and competitive analysis into user-centered design strategies and solutions.

Drive the evolution of theSharkNinjaUX design systemcontributingnew components patterns and documentation that promote consistency and scalability.

Build high-fidelity interactive prototypes to communicate design intent test concepts with users and align stakeholders.

Collaborate with SW and Product teams to ensure designs are technicallyfeasibleand that implementationmaintainsvisual and functional integrity.

Facilitate design reviews workshops and critiques building a culture of open feedback and creative excellence.
Champion the use of AI tools and emerging design technologies within the teams workflow.

ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS

6-9 years of UX design experience with a demonstratedtrack recordof leading complex design projects from concept to launch.

Strongexpertisein UX and UI design for mobile experiences on iOS and Android; experiencewith connected hardware products is a strong plus.

An exceptional portfolioshowcasingboth hands-on design craft and evidence of design leadership and mentorship.

Proficiencyin Figma and Adobe Creative Suite; experienceusing AI tools in the design process is a strong plus.

Ability to give clear actionable design direction and constructive feedback to peers and junior designers.

Strong analytical and systems thinking skills with the ability to balance user needs technical constraints and business goals.

Excellent communication and storytelling skills with the ability to present and defend design decisions to cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.

Thrives in a fast-paced environment at the intersection of software and hardware product development.

Bachelors degree in UI/UX Design Industrial Design Interaction Design 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

$150300 - $183700 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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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...