Manager, Advanced Development (Robotics)

TL;DR

Manager, Advanced Development (Robotics): Leading the US-based robotics team to drive early-stage innovation in robotic floorcare with an accent on translating consumer needs into tangible technology building blocks. Focus on leading technical execution from concept to proof-of-viability and coordinating cross-functional global resources.

Location: Must be based in Newton, Massachusetts, USA

Salary: $90,000 - $150,000 USD

Company

A global product design and technology company known for disruptive lifestyle solutions through its Shark and Ninja brands.

What you will do

• Lead the US-based Advanced Development robotics team, setting priorities and technical direction.
• Develop, prototype, and evaluate new robotic floorcare technologies and product concepts.
• Translate high-level innovation themes and consumer insights into concrete experiments and test plans.
• Coordinate cross-functional resources across Engineering, Product Development, Industrial Design, UX, Quality, and Manufacturing.
• Prepare technical documentation and demonstrations to support transitions into New Product Development.
• Partner with external technology collaborators and suppliers to support development work.

Requirements

• Strong background in systems engineering, robotics, automation, and/or electromechanical systems.
• Experience working on consumer products or mobile robotics within a fast-paced, global organization.
• Hands-on prototyping and experimentation mindset, comfortable with early-stage ambiguity.
• Ability to balance consumer insights with technical feasibility when shaping solutions.
• Strong organizational skills with experience managing multiple projects and priorities.
• Position is based in Newton, Massachusetts.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, and HSA with company contribution.
• Financial security through 401(k) retirement plan with matching and employee stock purchase program.
• Generous paid time off, company holidays, and parental leave.
• Practical perks such as identity theft protection, pet insurance, and pre-paid legal insurance.
• Employee product discounts and referral bonus program.
• Culture focused on an "Outrageously Extraordinary" mindset and disrupting markets.