Fall 2026: Software Engineering 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: As a member of our software development team, you’ll have the opportunity to work on next-generation connected products across Shark and Ninja categories—including intelligent grills, robot vacuums, and other IoT devices. You’ll gain hands-on experience with embedded systems, mobile connectivity, and cloud integration, while contributing to a fast-paced, collaborative team shaping the future of smart home innovation. 

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

• Collaborate on verification of the AWS IoT platform, ensuring robustness and reliability
• Write and deploy cloud-based code using TypeScript for server-side applications
• Develop Python scripts to facilitate seamless interfacing with cloud environments
• Conduct testing for a variety of connected SharkNinja products, including robots, grills, and other smart devices
• Create, execute, and document test reports to validate system performance
• Design and implement interactive dashboards using React Native or Flutter
• Gain exposure to multiple programming languages, tools, and frameworks while contributing to impactful projects
• Support embedded systems development for connected products, learning the intricacies of hardware-software interaction

 ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS:

• Education: Must be currently enrolled in an associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral program, or have graduated within the past year
• Must be able to work a full-time, 40-hour-per-week schedule with 5 days per week onsite in Needham, MA
• A natural communicator with the ability to explain complex technical topics clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong understanding of software engineering fundamentals, including data structures, algorithms, and software design principles
• Intellectual curiosity with a knack for troubleshooting and solving complex challenges
• Hands-on experience with coding and debugging across various programming languages and environments
• Comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced environment and shifting between immediate tasks and longer-term projects
• Positive attitude and eagerness to contribute to a collaborative, innovation-driven team
• Familiarity with cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, is a plus
• Exposure to TypeScript and/or Python with a working understanding of APIs and cloud interfaces
• Experience or coursework in React Native or Flutter development
• Knowledge of IoT devices, embedded systems, or connected hardware is highly desirable
• Previous experience or interest in hands-on product testing and reporting

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!