Role Overview
Axon is hiring a entry-level Software Engineer I. This is a full-time role in Seattle, Washington. Part of Axon's Frontend hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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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
On the Real Time Operations (RTO) Integrations team, we are accelerating the adoption of the Axon Fusus product as the go-to real-time crime center platform. We are building a team that delivers scalable integrations with hundreds of partners to enable critical workflows for our customers. These integrations are a critical part of the Axon Fusus ecosystem and include everything from Cameras, Drones, Vehicle Location, License Plate Readers, Record Management Systems (RMS), Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) systems, and much more.
As a Software Engineer I, you’ll contribute across the full stack — implementing backend services and frontend components — and work closely with software engineers, product managers, and designers to ensure the solutions we deliver are highly available and enable Professional Services teams to manage deployment and installation with minimal engineering support. You’ll work with integration partners to understand the varying needs of new agencies we are launching and implement new features end-to-end. You’ll also help shape engineering standards and contribute to the team’s ongoing growth and maturity.
Join us to work with a passionate, mission-driven group of folks who want to positively impact the lives of first responders and those that they serve.
What You’ll Do
Work Location: This role is based out of one of our Seattle 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.
Reports to:Software Engineering Manager
- Build and maintain full-stack features that power integrations across a wide range of partner systems (RMS, CAD, LPR, etc.)
- Define and implement services and APIs for scalable and reliable deployment of integrations
- Own features from design to delivery, including frontend interfaces, backend logic, and infrastructure setup
- Participate in engineering architecture and design reviews
- Contribute to improving engineering practices, including long-term thinking, sprint planning, and team standards
- Investigate and resolve complex integration bugs, including edge cases and streaming issues
- Collaborate with Product, Design, and Engineering teams to build integration solutions that delight our customers
- Ensure that services meet high availability and latency requirements in a mission-critical environment
- Leverage AI where applicable to improve customer workflows or development efficiency
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- 1+ years of professional software development experience in a full-stack role
- Experience building cloud-based backend services using Python, Java, Go, or a similar language
- Experience developing frontend components using JavaScript/TypeScript with React, Angular, or similar
- Comfortable designing, building, and debugging integrations with external APIs or systems
- Experience working with SQL or NoSQL databases
- Experience with AWS or other cloud platforms
- Ability to work independently on scoped features and to collaborate effectively with peers across disciplines
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
- 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.
Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: level, function, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, geographic market, and often a combination of all these factors. Our benefits offer an array of options to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. To see more details on our benefits offerings please visit https://www.axon.com/careers.
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 recruitingops@axon.com. 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 recruitingops@axon.com.
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Where is the Software Engineer I position at Axon located?
This position is based in Seattle, Washington. Axon has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Software Engineer I at Axon earn?
Axon has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Software Engineer I role at Axon posted?
This role was posted on May 6, 2026 (46 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
Is the Software Engineer I role at Axon entry-level?
Yes. This is an entry-level position. Strong candidates typically have 0-2 years of relevant work experience, internships, or significant project work. Read the full description for any specific qualification requirements Axon has listed.
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