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SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s 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 3,600+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.

Vice President, Software Applications

Reports to: SVP, Software & AI
Location: SharkNinja Global Headquarters (Needham, MA)

Position Overview

SharkNinja is seeking a visionary Vice President of Software Applications to lead the development of world-class digital ecosystems that power our connected products and delight millions of customers globally. This leader will drive the strategy, architecture, and delivery of applications across mobile, cloud, and device platforms, ensuring SharkNinja continues to define the future of connected living.

As VP, you will set the standard for innovation and execution in software applications, working at the intersection of consumer experience, cutting-edge technology, and AI integration. You will play a pivotal role in scaling our digital platforms, elevating software as a key differentiator in SharkNinja’s product portfolio, and enabling the seamless connection between our devices, services, and customers.

Key Responsibilities

Set Vision & Strategy
Define and execute a bold, future-focused roadmap for software applications that integrates mobile, IoT, cloud, and AI/ML technologies to elevate the consumer experience.
Lead at Scale
Build, develop, and inspire a global team of engineering leaders, architects, and developers across the U.S., China, and EMEA. Drive a high-performance, innovation-led culture that scales with the company’s growth.
Digital Ecosystem Ownership
Oversee the architecture and delivery of SharkNinja’s mobile and cloud applications, ensuring they are secure, scalable, and intuitive while seamlessly integrating with connected products.
AI-Driven Experiences
Partner with the SVP of Software & AI to embed intelligence into applications, leveraging machine learning and data science to personalize and continuously improve consumer experiences.
Consumer-First Mindset
Translate consumer insights and market trends into compelling application features, ensuring SharkNinja’s apps are not just functional but delightful, intuitive, and sticky.
Cross-Functional Influence
Partner with Product Development, Hardware Engineering, Industrial Design, and Marketing to deliver holistic, differentiated product experiences. Serve as the senior advocate for software applications at the executive table.
Operational Excellence
Establish best-in-class development practices, DevOps pipelines, and quality standards. Drive continuous improvement in speed to market, reliability, and cost efficiency.
Global Leadership & Governance
Ensure software applications meet international compliance, data privacy, and cybersecurity standards while enabling global scalability.

Qualifications

Proven Senior Leadership: 15+ years of experience in software development, with at least 7 years in executive leadership roles driving global, consumer-facing applications.
Domain Expertise: Deep experience in mobile, cloud, and IoT applications, ideally within consumer electronics, connected devices, or adjacent industries.
AI/ML Integration: Demonstrated success embedding AI/ML capabilities into consumer software platforms.
Global Perspective: Track record of leading distributed engineering organizations across multiple geographies.
Execution Excellence: Strong background in delivering complex, high-scale applications on time and with uncompromising quality.
Strategic Operator: Ability to balance near-term delivery with long-term platform thinking.
Collaborative Influencer: Exceptional stakeholder management skills; proven ability to influence at the C-suite level and across diverse functions.
Educational Foundation: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field required; Master’s or MBA strongly preferred.

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will be a world-class technology leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments. They are as comfortable setting visionary strategy as they are ensuring flawless execution. They are passionate about building sticky, consumer-loved digital experiences, and they bring a proven ability to connect software with hardware innovation at scale. This is a rare opportunity to help redefine how consumers interact with SharkNinja products and ecosystems worldwide.

Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we 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, you’ll 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 what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won’t just launch products—we’ll 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 SharkNinja’s 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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