Senior Applied Research Engineer

About Us
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 4,100 associates, the company's products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.
AI at SharkNinja
At SharkNinja, we're building an AI-native culture. We're not waiting for the future; we're creating it. Our people are expected to experiment boldly, adopt new tools, and continuously raise what's possible to create meaningful impact for our consumers. If you believe the best way to do your job hasn't been invented yet, you'll fit right in.
Senior Applied Research Engineer - Needham, MA
At SharkNinja, we build products that improve people's lives every day. Our engineers don't just design - they prototype, test, iterate, and watch their work land on shelves worldwide. We're looking for a Senior Applied Research Engineer to join our New Product Development team and help push the boundaries of what consumer products can do.
What You'll Do

• Lead hands-on design and development of consumer products from concept through launch and support
• Work daily with cross-functional engineering and product teams to understand system performance and tradeoffs
• Drive brainstorming sessions, build proof-of-concept prototypes, and run rigorous tests
• Mentor mechanical engineers, co-ops, and interns
• See your work come to life - in stores, online, and in homes around the world

What You Bring

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of product design and development experience
• Strong intuition for physics and engineering fundamentals - equally at home running an experiment as reviewing data
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or CREO; comfort with Excel, Minitab, or MATLAB for data analysis
• Hands-on prototyping skills: 3D printing, machining, hand tools, and clean assembly work
• Experience designing and executing controlled experiments in a lab setting
• Clear communicator who can translate technical findings for any audience

Bonus Points

• Background at a consumer product or consulting firm
• Experience with electronics, sensors, motors, heaters, or PCBAs
• Proven ability to juggle multiple projects without losing sight of long-term goals

Why SharkNinja
We're a voted Best Place to Work (Boston, 2022) with a culture built on curiosity, candor, and winning as a team. Benefits include DEI programs, 8 Affinity Groups, mentorship, Summer Half-Day Fridays, a free first SharkNinja product, and ongoing employee discounts.
This is a full-time, in-person role at our Needham, MA office.
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
$85,000-$145,000 USD
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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