Platform Engineering Product Director
Ninjakitchen, Needham Heights, MA, United States
Platform Engineering Product Director
Location:
Needham, MA
Department:
Information Technology
Reports To:
Senior Director, Enterprise Applications / Integration
Position Summary SharkNinja is seeking a highly experienced and driven Platform Engineering Product Director to lead our enterprise integration strategy and middleware platforms across Oracle Fusion ERP and SCM ecosystems. This role will be responsible for owning the middleware product vision, driving business requirement discussions, architecting scalable integration solutions, and leading delivery execution through internal and external teams.
The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC), Oracle Fusion ERP & SCM, and EDI supply chain integrations, combined with strong product management capabilities and leadership experience. This role requires a self‑motivated professional who thrives in cross‑functional environments and can translate complex business requirements into robust, scalable integration solutions.
Key Responsibilities Product Strategy & Ownership
Define and own the middleware and integration product roadmap aligned with SharkNinja’s digital transformation and enterprise systems strategy.
Establish best practices, governance, and standards for enterprise integrations.
Drive continuous improvement of integration platforms to enhance scalability, performance, reliability, and security.
Evaluate emerging technologies including Oracle AI agents and AI‑enabled integration capabilities to enhance automation and business value.
Business Engagement & Requirements Gathering
Lead cross‑functional workshops with Finance, Supply Chain, Operations, EDI partners, 3PLs, Retail partners, and IT stakeholders.
Drive business discussions to elicit requirements, identify process gaps, and propose integration‑driven solutions.
Translate business needs into detailed functional and technical integration designs.
Act as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders on integration capabilities and digital enablement.
Solution Architecture & Delivery
Architect end‑to‑end integration solutions using Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC).
Design integrations across Oracle Fusion ERP and SCM modules, including but not limited to:
Order Management
Inventory & Manufacturing
Procurement
Financials (AP, AR, GL)
Oversee API design, event‑driven integrations, file‑based integrations, and real‑time messaging patterns.
Lead EDI integration strategy including common supply chain transactions (850, 855, 856, 810, 940, 945, etc.).
Ensure high availability, monitoring, logging, and performance optimization of integrations.
Guide and oversee system integration testing (SIT), user acceptance testing (UAT), and production deployments.
Team Leadership & Vendor Management
Guide and mentor a team of consultants, integration developers, and analysts.
Provide architectural direction and quality oversight to implementation partners.
Manage third‑party vendors and offshore delivery teams.
Establish clear delivery milestones, KPIs, and success metrics.
Industry & External Integration
Manage integrations with 3PL providers, retail partners, marketplaces, and external logistics systems.
Drive compliance with retail and EDI standards.
Support global expansion initiatives and multi‑country integration requirements.
Governance, Compliance & Security
Ensure compliance with SOX controls and enterprise IT governance standards.
Partner with security teams to ensure secure API management and data exchange.
Implement monitoring frameworks and SLA tracking.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred).
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in middleware/integration roles.
5+ years in a Product Manager or Solution Lead capacity within enterprise IT or Consulting.
Strong hands‑on experience with:
Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC)
Oracle Fusion ERP and SCM
Proven experience in EDI integrations within Supply Chain environments.
Experience designing integrations with 3PL providers and retail trading partners.
Strong understanding of REST/SOAP APIs, event‑driven architecture, messaging queues, and file‑based integrations.
Experience leading cross‑functional business discussions and translating requirements into scalable solutions.
Demonstrated experience guiding and managing consulting teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Oracle AI agents, AI‑powered automation, or Oracle AI solutions.
Experience in consumer goods, retail, or high‑growth product companies.
Experience with global supply chain operations and multi‑region deployments.
Familiarity with API management platforms and integration governance frameworks.
Experience with cloud‑native integration patterns and microservices architecture.
Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks.
Core Competencies
Strategic thinking with strong execution focus.
Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
Ability to operate in fast‑paced, high‑growth environments.
Self‑motivated with strong ownership mindset.
Strong documentation and presentation skills.
High attention to detail with enterprise‑level architectural thinking.
Salary and Other Compensation The annual salary range for this position is $170,000 – $190,000 USD. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts (HSA) with company contribution, 401(k) retirement plan with matching, employee stock purchase program, life insurance, AD&D, short‑term disability insurance, long‑term disability insurance, generous paid time off, company holidays, parental leave, identity theft protection, pet insurance, pre‑paid legal insurance, backup child and eldercare days, product discounts, referral bonus program, and more.
Equal Opportunity We 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.
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Needham, MA
Department:
Information Technology
Reports To:
Senior Director, Enterprise Applications / Integration
Position Summary SharkNinja is seeking a highly experienced and driven Platform Engineering Product Director to lead our enterprise integration strategy and middleware platforms across Oracle Fusion ERP and SCM ecosystems. This role will be responsible for owning the middleware product vision, driving business requirement discussions, architecting scalable integration solutions, and leading delivery execution through internal and external teams.
The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC), Oracle Fusion ERP & SCM, and EDI supply chain integrations, combined with strong product management capabilities and leadership experience. This role requires a self‑motivated professional who thrives in cross‑functional environments and can translate complex business requirements into robust, scalable integration solutions.
Key Responsibilities Product Strategy & Ownership
Define and own the middleware and integration product roadmap aligned with SharkNinja’s digital transformation and enterprise systems strategy.
Establish best practices, governance, and standards for enterprise integrations.
Drive continuous improvement of integration platforms to enhance scalability, performance, reliability, and security.
Evaluate emerging technologies including Oracle AI agents and AI‑enabled integration capabilities to enhance automation and business value.
Business Engagement & Requirements Gathering
Lead cross‑functional workshops with Finance, Supply Chain, Operations, EDI partners, 3PLs, Retail partners, and IT stakeholders.
Drive business discussions to elicit requirements, identify process gaps, and propose integration‑driven solutions.
Translate business needs into detailed functional and technical integration designs.
Act as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders on integration capabilities and digital enablement.
Solution Architecture & Delivery
Architect end‑to‑end integration solutions using Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC).
Design integrations across Oracle Fusion ERP and SCM modules, including but not limited to:
Order Management
Inventory & Manufacturing
Procurement
Financials (AP, AR, GL)
Oversee API design, event‑driven integrations, file‑based integrations, and real‑time messaging patterns.
Lead EDI integration strategy including common supply chain transactions (850, 855, 856, 810, 940, 945, etc.).
Ensure high availability, monitoring, logging, and performance optimization of integrations.
Guide and oversee system integration testing (SIT), user acceptance testing (UAT), and production deployments.
Team Leadership & Vendor Management
Guide and mentor a team of consultants, integration developers, and analysts.
Provide architectural direction and quality oversight to implementation partners.
Manage third‑party vendors and offshore delivery teams.
Establish clear delivery milestones, KPIs, and success metrics.
Industry & External Integration
Manage integrations with 3PL providers, retail partners, marketplaces, and external logistics systems.
Drive compliance with retail and EDI standards.
Support global expansion initiatives and multi‑country integration requirements.
Governance, Compliance & Security
Ensure compliance with SOX controls and enterprise IT governance standards.
Partner with security teams to ensure secure API management and data exchange.
Implement monitoring frameworks and SLA tracking.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred).
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in middleware/integration roles.
5+ years in a Product Manager or Solution Lead capacity within enterprise IT or Consulting.
Strong hands‑on experience with:
Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC)
Oracle Fusion ERP and SCM
Proven experience in EDI integrations within Supply Chain environments.
Experience designing integrations with 3PL providers and retail trading partners.
Strong understanding of REST/SOAP APIs, event‑driven architecture, messaging queues, and file‑based integrations.
Experience leading cross‑functional business discussions and translating requirements into scalable solutions.
Demonstrated experience guiding and managing consulting teams.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Oracle AI agents, AI‑powered automation, or Oracle AI solutions.
Experience in consumer goods, retail, or high‑growth product companies.
Experience with global supply chain operations and multi‑region deployments.
Familiarity with API management platforms and integration governance frameworks.
Experience with cloud‑native integration patterns and microservices architecture.
Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks.
Core Competencies
Strategic thinking with strong execution focus.
Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
Ability to operate in fast‑paced, high‑growth environments.
Self‑motivated with strong ownership mindset.
Strong documentation and presentation skills.
High attention to detail with enterprise‑level architectural thinking.
Salary and Other Compensation The annual salary range for this position is $170,000 – $190,000 USD. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts (HSA) with company contribution, 401(k) retirement plan with matching, employee stock purchase program, life insurance, AD&D, short‑term disability insurance, long‑term disability insurance, generous paid time off, company holidays, parental leave, identity theft protection, pet insurance, pre‑paid legal insurance, backup child and eldercare days, product discounts, referral bonus program, and more.
Equal Opportunity We 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.
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