Lead Principal UX Designer - Hardware

SharkNinja; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA with company contribution

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

SharkNinja seeks a talented Principal UX Designer to lead the UX for our hardware products. You will shape end-to-end experiences, mentor junior designers, and collaborate with Industrial Design, Product Development, and Engineering to deliver high-impact products.

The role requires a strong portfolio and a deep understanding of consumer product design across hardware and software, with a track record of shipping successful, user-centered solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in UX Design, Industrial Design, or a related subject.
• 10+ years of experience in consumer product design across hardware and software.
• A rich portfolio of professional work demonstrating both design and business outcomes.
• Experience mentoring junior designers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the UX design and development of new hardware products and experiences.
• Drive product experiences that combine ease of use, high-quality design craft, and moments of delight — delivering the absolute best value for the consumer at the price point.
• Collaborate across the org, partnering closely with UX, Industrial Design, CMF, Product Development, Project Management, AD, and Consumer Insights.
• Own deliverables end to end, from concept exploration to detailed specs across hardware and software.

Skills

UX design

Industrial design

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in UX/Industrial Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

3D software

Job description

SharkNinja seeks a talented Principal UX Designer to lead the UX for our hardware products. You will shape end-to-end experiences, mentor junior designers, and collaborate with Industrial Design, Product Development, and Engineering to deliver high-impact products.

The role requires a strong portfolio and a deep understanding of consumer product design across hardware and software, with a track record of shipping successful, user-centered solutions.