Fall 2026: Software Technical Program Manager Co-Op (July To December)

Work Period: July 2026 to December 2026

Location & Schedule: This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MA. There is no relocation or housing assistance for this position.

Join the SharkNinja Early Edge Experience: Built for early career talent. Geared toward impact. Driven by speed. Whether you're in a co-op or internship, our early talent program is designed to provide valuable exposure to the industry and a fast-paced professional environment. You'll dive into meaningful projects and tasks that sharpen your skills and deepen your knowledge. Along the way, you'll benefit from professional development opportunities, community events, and connections that make your experience well-rounded and enriching. Your time with us will culminate in an opportunity to showcase your contributions and learnings to SharkNinja leaders because this is a program for those ready to shape what's next - fast.

This role: In this role, you'll work at the intersection of software engineering, design, and business, contributing to the creation and delivery of smart, connected experiences that power SharkNinja products around the world. You'll learn how to manage technical roadmaps, align cross-functional partners, and keep projects on track in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Here are some of the EXCITING things you'll get to do:

• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and mobile app teams to define project scopes and objectives
• Coordinate project schedules, resources, and information to align with overall business goals
• Facilitate effective communication among team members to resolve issues and maintain project momentum
• Assist in identifying and mitigating project risks and bottlenecks
• Support the triage of technical issues, ensuring timely resolution without departmental silos
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of project documentation and progress reports
• Promote a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and continuous improvement

ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:

• Education: Current student in their third year or beyond of a bachelor's program, or currently enrolled in a master's program
• Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MA
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Strong organizational abilities and keen attention to detail
• Proactive problem-solving mindset with a knack for connecting the dots across various disciplines
• Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities while keeping long-term objectives in focus
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Agile, Scrum, JIRA)
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
• Enthusiastic about bridging gaps between disciplines to drive project success
• Passionate about technology, project management, and product development
• Basic understanding of software development life cycles and processes
• Experience with project management tools and software is a plus
• Exposure to multidisciplinary projects and cross-functional team environments is desirable
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Embodies SharkNinja's success drivers:
• Rarely Satisfied- Adopt a "no delays" mentality in delivering against market needs/timing
• Progress over Perfection- Make quick, daily progress and continuously adapts to achieve results rather than requiring perfect planning
• Details Make the Difference- Can coordinate timelines & deliverables to ensure accuracy and consistency across all consumer-facing materials
• Winning is a Team Sport- Ability to develop strong cross-functional relationships
• Communicate for Impact- Strong communication skills - ability to deliver effective presentations to all levels of management

Please note that, due to the high volume of applications for early talent roles, response times may vary depending on the specific role and timeline. Our team appreciates your patience!