Fall 2026: Software Engineering Co-op (July to December)`

SharkNinja•Needham, MA

4h•$17 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market, and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 3,600+ associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world. 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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