Director of UX, SharkNinja
$230-285k
Office located in Needham, MA
Home devices and appliances
Be an early applicant
Home devices and appliances
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
$230-285k
Office located in Needham, MA
1001+ employees
Company mission
To positively impact people's lives every day in every home around the world.
Role
Who you are
- 10+ years of UX design experience, with 4+ years in a people management or leadership role overseeing a team of designers
- Deep expertise in UX design for mobile experiences on iOS and Android; experience integrating software UX with physical hardware products is highly desirable
- A compelling portfolio of work demonstrating strategic 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-level proficiency in 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 commercial objectives
- Exceptional communication, storytelling, and influencing skills with the ability to inspire teams and align diverse stakeholders
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in UI/UX Design, Industrial Design, Interaction Design, HCI, or a related discipline
What the job involves
- SharkNinja is seeking an 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 brands.
- In 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
- Define and own the overarching UX strategy for SharkNinja's connected app experiences, ensuring alignment with brand vision and business objectives across 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 evolve SharkNinja's UX 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, keeping SharkNinja at the forefront of design innovation
- Set team goals, manage resourcing and capacity, and report on UX impact metrics to executive leadership
Our take
With more people looking for home products that work harders and smarter, SharkNinja has become a household name. Through its Shark line of cleaning and home care tools and Ninja range of kitchen appliance the company creates solutions that simplify daily routines and overall enhance modern living.
SharkNinja has been in operation since 1994, which is testament to the quality and popularity of its products. Since its initial launch in Canada, the company has expanded into the US and the UK. In 2017 SharkNinja was bought by CDH Private Equity for over $1.5 Billion, further proof of its impressive market value. Perhaps more evidence is that it brings in annual revenues of around $4B.
It continues to hold a strong position in the home appliance market too, competiting with big brands like Dyson. Its Shark line lead the US upright vacuum, segment, while its presence in robotics vacuums reflects steady growth in a compeititve space. Since going public, the company has m,aintained a rapid pace of innovation, launching numerous new products eacxh pear and expanding into adjecent categories such as outdoor coolers and grills. With a growing global footprint and a focus ons mart design, usabiluity, and category expansion, SharkNinja is very well positioned to continue shaping the futur of home appliances.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
10% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company HQ
Needham Heights, Needham, MA
Leadership
Mark Rosenzweig
(Founder)Founded SharkNinja in 1994. Has won three Red Dot Awards for product Design.
Mark Barrocas
(CEO)Mark joined SharkNinja in 2008 as CEO. Prior to this, he spent 3 years at Aramark Uniform Services as the President of the WearGuard Division. Prior to that, he spent 4 years at Broder Bros as the President and 2 years at Perry Ellis International as VP of Corporate Sales.
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