Director, UX Hardware

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.

AI at SharkNinja

At SharkNinja were building an AI-native culture. Were not waiting for the future; were creating it. Our people are expected to experiment boldly adopt new tools and continuously raise whats possible to create meaningful impact for our consumers. If you believe the best way to do your job hasnt been invented yet youll fit right in.

Needham MA

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 we have a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market. Developing one consumer product after another has let us enter multiple categories driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham Massachusetts our products are sold at key retailers online and offline and through distributors around the world.

We work hard to give our consumers high quality innovative and delightful products. Were passionate about user experience and were looking for creative designers who think outside the box embrace the latest technology advocate for our customers and push the boundary of whats possible. Join us on our journey to shape the future of SharkNinja product experiences.

Were seeking an experienced and visionary Director of UX to drive both the strategic direction and the tactical execution of UI and UX for new hardware products.

In this senior leadership role youll champion human-centered design build and mentor a high-performing team of hardware designers and partner with cross-functional stakeholders across Industrial Design Product Development Engineering and Advanced Development to deliver world-class products that raise the bar.

Drive new product experiences that combine ease of use high-quality design craft and moments of delight delivering the absolute best value for the consumer.

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

Collaborate across the org partnering closely with UX Industrial Design CMF Product Development Project Management AD and Consumer Insights.

Raise the bar on craft. Lead design reviews and give clear constructive direction that elevates quality and consistency contributing hands-on when needed.

Own deliverables end to end from concept exploration to detailed specs across hardware and software.

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

Evolve the craft itself. Refine UX design patterns and best practices for hardware product experiences.

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

Bring in whats next. Oversee the integration of AI tools and emerging technologies into the design process keeping SharkNinja at the forefront of design innovation.

Run the function. Set team goals manage resourcing and capacity and report on UX impact metrics to executive leadership.

Experience & Education

• 10 years of UX design experience including 5 years in a people management or leadership role overseeing a team of designers
• Deep experience in consumer product design and development across hardware and software the leading tools and techniques plus a proven record of shipping successful products and driving impact across the full product development lifecycle
• Experience integrating software UX with physical hardware products is highly desirable
• A compelling portfolio demonstrating strategic design leadership compelling products cross-functional collaboration and measurable consumer impact
• Bachelors or Masters degree in UI/UX Design Industrial Design Interaction Design HCI or a related discipline

Technical Skills

• Expert-level proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite
• Working knowledge of AI-powered design tools

How You Work

• Exceptional communicator and storyteller with the influencing skills to inspire teams and align diverse stakeholders
• Strong business acumen able to balance consumer advocacy technical feasibility and commercial objectives
• Flexible and effective across multiple simultaneous programs in a fast-paced environment