At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.
Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.
Your Impact
We build and ship products for law enforcement and the communities they serve on a national and global scale. You will be leading the development of the technology that will change society as a whole, while furthering Axon’s mission of Protect Life and Capture Truth. You will work lead some of the best and brightest engineering teams across cameras, sensors, VR, and other domains to develop cutting edge products from start to finish while balancing complex tradeoffs. You will need to be agile, adaptive and creative to find the best solutions for the most critical products – to get to the best products in the market.
What You’ll Do
Location: This role is based out of our Scottsdale, AZ office and follows a hybrid schedule. We rely on in-person collaboration and ask that team members work onsite Tuesdays through Fridays, with the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays, unless there is an approved workplace accommodation. We believe that connection fuels innovation, and our in-office culture is designed to foster meaningful teamwork, mentorship, and shared success.
Reports to: Senior Director of Program Management
- As Engineering Program Manager in the Connected Devices pillar, you will be leading cross functional teams , driving critical decision making on the flagship products. This role will focus primarily on products currently on the market, and managing cross-functional driven improvements - design changes driven by yield improvements, product performance, second source and/or cost savings, etc.
- You will create, track and own your program budgets and schedule to ensure that we deliver the best possible product that meets our customers needs.
- Be a driving force from early concept phases through launch, being a key stakeholder in all decisions.
- Work with a diverse technical team; electrical design, mechanical design, industrial design, software, firmware, quality, validation and manufacturing.
- You will develop meet, build relationships and influence teams across the organization, making sure every stage of development is seamless.
- You will be the owner and responsible to deliver a product suite that our customers love.
- 2-5 years of relevant work experience in program management in hardware development.
- 2-5 years of experience in building processes, project management, and schedule.
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field, business or equivalent work experience
- Experience and strong understanding of basic engineering principles and development.
- Understand and communicate complex, technical/Engineering issues.
- Identify and resolve conflicts, inter-dependencies and program issues quickly and efficiently.
- Ability to apply analytical thinking to product development needs.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as ability to think clearly, analyze quantitatively, problem-solve and prioritize.
- A problem solving mindset, with the tenacity to develop ideas independently, ability to multitask and thrive in fast-paced environment is crucial.
- Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
- Discretionary paid time off
- Paid parental leave for all
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Fitness Programs
- Emotional & Mental Wellness support
- Learning & Development programs
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
- And yes, we have snacks in our offices
Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.
Don’t meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Important Notes
The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.
Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.
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Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.
We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email [email protected]. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.
Phishing alert: Axon will never ask you to pay for any part of the hiring process, including training, equipment, or background checks. We do not make job offers via text message, WhatsApp, or instant messaging platforms without a formal interview process. All legitimate job openings are listed on our official careers page at https://www.axon.com/careers. If you receive a suspicious offer or outreach from an email address that is not @axon.com, or if you are asked for sensitive personal information (bank details, Social Security Number) prematurely, please ignore the message and report it to [email protected].
Skills Required
- 2-5 years of relevant work experience in program management in hardware development
- 2-5 years of experience in building processes, project management, and schedule
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field, business or equivalent work experience
- Experience and strong understanding of basic engineering principles and development
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to apply analytical thinking to product development needs
Axon Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Axon and has not been reviewed or approved by Axon.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with employer HSA contributions and 24/7 mental-health support. Wellness programs and fitness options further enhance the package.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Total rewards commonly include stock grants and an employee stock purchase plan alongside base pay and bonuses. Equity is highlighted as a motivating component of compensation.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is offered, including a standard period with additional supplemental pregnancy leave. Family-focused policies are positioned as a meaningful part of the overall benefits.
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What We Do
Our mission is to protect life by making the bullet obsolete and developing technologies to make the world a safer place. Axon is a software & hardware team of product experts, security pros, engineering wizards, sales & marketing pros, and technology buffs - all committed to helping make the world a safer place.
Why Work With Us
Axon innovations exist to bridge the divide between communities and law enforcement. Our team works to solve big societal issues by providing public safety with the tools to help decrease use-of-force and increase transparency and accountability. Big goals mean we need high-performance teams, independent thinking, and cross-functional excellence.
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