VP, Embedded Software

VP, Embedded SoftwareLead the future of connected device engineering at SharkNinjaThe OpportunitySharkNinja's products are in millions of homes worldwide — and the software inside them is getting smarter, faster. We're looking for a VP of Embedded Software to build and lead the global organization that makes it all work: firmware, device software, and controls engineering, unified under one roof.This is a high-impact, high-visibility role for a technical leader who wants to shape how a world-class consumer electronics company develops connected products at scale. You'll lead teams across the US, China, and beyond, working alongside Hardware, Advanced Development, and Controls to bring best-in-class embedded engineering to every product we ship.What You'll OwnBuilding the team: Hiring, developing, and inspiring a global bench of engineers, tech leads, and managers who take real ownership of their craftSetting the standard: Defining engineering practices, tooling, and quality frameworks that work for real-time and embedded systems across distributed teamsDriving alignment: Bridging firmware, software, and controls disciplines so requirements, architecture, and validation are tight from day one — not an afterthoughtOwning delivery: Accountable for quality and execution across the device software portfolio, including QA and test automation at the embedded levelRepresenting the org: Communicating strategy, tradeoffs, and progress clearly at the executive level and across cross-functional partnersWhat We're Looking ForYou've done this before. You've built and led embedded or firmware engineering organizations at scale — globally — and you know what good looks like at every layer of the stack.You bring:Deep embedded systems expertise: RTOS, firmware lifecycle, device controls architectureA track record of scaling embedded QA and automated testing that actually sticksExperience leading distributed teams across regions, including Asia-based orgsStrong systems thinking — you can define and enforce integration frameworks across hardware/firmware/software boundariesExecutive-level communication skills: you can translate technical complexity into clear strategy for both engineering and business audiencesCandidate must have experience leading embedded software/firmware teams within a consumer electronics/consumer products environmentBonus points for:Consumer electronics, IoT, or connected product backgroundFamiliarity with BLE/Wi-Fi connectivity and device-to-cloud patternsExperience with HIL testing, CI/CD for firmware, or embedded QA infrastructureExposure to controls engineering and bridging it with software workflowsManaging vendor or offshore development relationships with accountability for qualitySalary and Other CompensationPay Range: $290,000 – $350,000 USDThe 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.Medical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceFlexible spending accountsHealth savings accounts (HSA) with company contribution401(k) retirement plan with matchingEmployee stock purchase programLife insuranceAD&DShort-term disability insuranceLong-term disability insuranceGenerous paid time offCompany holidaysParental leaveIdentity theft protectionPet insurancePre-paid legal insuranceBack-up child and eldercare daysProduct discountsReferral bonus programEEO StatementWe do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at accommodations@sharkninja.com #J-18808-Ljbffr