Job description
Join Axon and be a Force for Good.
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
As the Engineering Manager for Mobile, you will lead and grow the team that designs the technology powering Axon Device Manager, Axon Device Checkout, and the Fleet 3 Dashboard—mobile IoT applications that connect Axon devices to officers in the field, promoting transparency and protecting truth worldwide. Looking ahead, this role is scoped for expansion: you will help define and staff the next wave of Axonʼs mobile offerings, consolidating experiences where it makes sense and scaling our platform to support additional applications and features still on the roadmap.
You’ll collaborate daily with software engineers, product managers, designers, and a Release Manager to turn bold product concepts into secure, reliable mobile experiences. Your deep expertise in Android or iOS—and broad knowledge of modern mobile architecture, release practices, and observability— will enable you to set technical direction, unblock delivery, and raise the bar on code quality and system design. By mentoring engineers in the U.S. and partnering with a peer mobile team in Vietnam, you’ll foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning that accelerates feature velocity without compromising quality and stability.
Our mobile products are already trusted by major agencies across the globe. Under your leadership, enhanced mobile capabilities—real-time video streaming, AI-driven insights, and seamless device management—will unlock even more value for new and existing customers. The software you shepherd to market will empower officers to act faster, capture truth, and ultimately Protect Life.
Where You’’ll Work
Location – Seattle, WA or Scottsdale, AZ (Primarily Remote)
This role is remote-first with no fixed onsite cadence. We do ask that you live within reasonable commuting distance of either our Seattle or Scottsdale hub so you can join the team in person for occasional planning sessions, workshops, or celebrations. Staying close to an Axon office lets you tap into our vibrant culture and forge stronger connections with your colleagues whenever face-to-face collaboration adds the most value.
What You’ll Do
Reports To: Engineering Manager
Direct Reports: 5-8 Software Engineers
- Ensure alignment of team objectives with organizational goals and priorities.
- Drive execution—planning, backlog grooming, stand-ups, demos, and retrospectives—so the team ships predictably and learns continuously.
- Deliver new features, performance optimizations, and reliability enhancements to customers on a predictable, high-quality cadence.
- Provide dotted-line leadership for the mobile team in Vietnam—reviewing architecture, roadmaps, and release readiness while empowering their local manager for day-to-day execution.
- Partner with Product and Design to craft intuitive, resilient mobile experiences.
- Work cross-functionally with other engineering teams (Cloud, Firmware, Middleware, Other Mobile Teams) to deliver seamless integration of key components.
- Contribute to architecture discussions, perform thoughtful code and design reviews.
- Collaborate with Recruiting to attract top talent, then onboard, mentor, and develop engineers through regular 1:1s, feedback, and growth plans.
- Champion modern engineering practices—CI/CD, automated testing, and observability—and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and ownership.
What You Bring
Must-Have
- Experience – 8+ years in mobile or software development, with at least 3 years managing engineers; demonstrated success planning and delivering multiple overlapping projects that span several months.
- Scalable Processes – Hands-on practice establishing engineering workflows that prioritize quality, security, maintainability, extensibility, and operational discipline.
- Leadership – A track record of guiding and mentoring diverse teams while supporting both technical mastery and career growth.
- Technical Expertise – Deep proficiency in either Android or iOS development—including shipping production apps to Google Play or the App Store.
Nice to Have
- Familiarity with both Android and iOS.
- Experience with App Consolidation
- Knowledge of Video Streaming and IoT Device Connectivity.
- Familiarity with networking protocols such as TCP, UDP, BLE, and Wi-Fi, and comfort using tools like Wireshark or Charles for troubleshooting.
Benefits that Benefit You
- Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
- Discretionary time off
- Paid parental leave for all
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Fitness Programs
- Emotional & Development Programs
- 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.
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.
