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.
As a Senior Data Analyst on Axon’s Operations Business Accelerators team, you will own the data architecture and pipelines that support Global Manufacturing Operations, including Manufacturing, Quality, Logistics, and Supply Chain. In this hands-on individual contributor role, you’ll bridge the gap between Axon’s foundational Corporate Data Platform and the domain-specific data needs of Operations. You’ll transform complex operational data from dozens of source systems into trusted, well-governed assets that power reporting, decision-making, automation, and AI-driven analytics. This is an opportunity to build high-impact data infrastructure in a global operations environment where data quality, scalability, and speed directly influence how Axon manufactures, moves, and supports mission-critical products.
What You’ll Do
Location: Onsite at our HQ in Scottsdale, AZ office 4 days a week
Reports to: Senior Director, Operations Business Accelerators
Direct Reports: None — this is an individual contributor role
- Own and manage Operations data architecture withinSnowflake, including silver/core and gold/mart layer tables that serve as the foundation for Operations analytics and reporting.
- Design, build, and maintain custom data ingestion pipelines for source systems not covered by Corporate Data Engineering, including on-premise applications, manufacturing automation databases, and third-party APIs.
- UseAzure Data Factory, Azure Functions, Blob Storage, Azure SQL, incremental API extraction patterns, and Parquet-based staging to support scalable and reliable data ingestion.
- Partner with Corporate Data Engineering, Enterprise IT Architecture, automation developers, and Operations stakeholders to align on platform patterns, governance standards, and architecture best practices.
- Close source-system coverage gaps across high-volume environments, including automation equipment and production lines that generate billions of rows of operational data.
- Develop data models that consolidate dozens of source tables into unified, analytics-ready datasets for Manufacturing, Quality, Logistics, and Supply Chain.
- Prototype transformation logic inAlteryx, then convert finalized logic intoSnowflake SQLusingdbtmodels and YAML schema contracts aligned to Axon’s medallion architecture.
- Manage the full development lifecycle for Operations data assets, including dbt model development, testing, documentation, pull requests, code reviews, and deployment coordination.
- Build a deep understanding of source-system relationships across ERP, manufacturing execution systems, quality platforms, and supply chain tools, and translate that knowledge into clean, well-documented data flows.
- Build and maintain data infrastructure that supports AI, machine learning, advanced analytics, automation solutions, and AI agents.
- Support automation developers by providing reliable, well-modeled data assets and collaborating on solutions that combine data pipelines with business process automation.
- Mentor junior analysts and business data users, helping build data literacy and technical capability across Global Operations.
- Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Statistics, another quantitative field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 5+ years of hands-on experiencein data analysis, analytics engineering, or data engineering roles, with increasing responsibility for end-to-end data pipeline ownership.
- Advanced SQL proficiency, with demonstrated ability to write, optimize, and troubleshoot complex queries across large-scale datasets in cloud data warehouses;Snowflakeexperience preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of cloud infrastructure and services, includingAzure Data Factory, Azure Functions, Blob Storage, Azure SQL, AWS, or equivalent platforms.
- Experience building and managing data ingestion pipelines, scheduled jobs, and API-based extraction patterns.
- Experience with data transformation frameworks such asdbt, including model development, testing, YAML schema definitions, and version-controlled deployment viaGit.
- Proficiency withAlteryxfor data preparation, blending, and rapid prototyping of transformation logic.
- Familiarity with BI and visualization platforms such asSigma, Power BI, or Tableaufor validating data models and supporting downstream reporting.
- Solid understanding of relational database concepts, data modeling best practices, and how complex source-system tables interrelate across enterprise applications.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, identify data gaps, propose solutions, and deliver production-quality data assets with minimal oversight.
- Excellent communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, global environment and translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience supporting Operations functions such as Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, or Logistics is a strong plus.
- Familiarity with ERP systems such asMicrosoft D365 Finance & OperationsorSAP, hands-on experience withFivetranor similar ELT platforms, Python scripting, database administration concepts, or relevant certifications such as Snowflake SnowPro, dbt Analytics Engineering, or Alteryx Designer are preferred.
This role is based out of our HQ in Scottsdale, AZ 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.
Benefits that Benefit You
- 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, or ERGs
- And yes, we have snacks in our offices
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.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Statistics, or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years hands-on experience in data analysis, analytics engineering, or data engineering with end-to-end pipeline ownership.
- Advanced SQL proficiency for writing, optimizing, and troubleshooting complex queries in cloud data warehouses.
- Experience with Snowflake (preferred experience called out but advanced cloud SQL required).
- Strong working knowledge of cloud infrastructure and services, including Azure Data Factory, Azure Functions, Blob Storage, and Azure SQL (AWS experience acceptable).
- Experience building and managing data ingestion pipelines, scheduled jobs, and API-based extraction patterns.
- Experience with dbt including model development, testing, YAML schema definitions, and version-controlled deployment via Git.
- Proficiency with Alteryx for data preparation, blending, and rapid prototyping of transformation logic.
- Familiarity with BI/visualization platforms such as Sigma, Power BI, or Tableau for validating data models and reporting.
- Solid understanding of relational database concepts, data modeling best practices, and complex source-system relationships.
- Ability to work independently, document solutions, and translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience supporting Operations functions (Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, or Logistics).
- Familiarity with ERP systems (Microsoft D365 Finance & Operations or SAP), hands-on Fivetran, Python scripting, database administration concepts, or relevant certifications (SnowPro, dbt, Alteryx).
Axon Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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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