Senior Partner Engineer II
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
Contribute towards scaling Axon’s Firmware Infrastructure by being the point person to manage Axon’s Joint Development Manufacturers (JDM) on next-generation products. This is a new, hybrid, role-type for the Axon Platform Firmware team that is critical for Axon to meet its 10 year moonshot to reduce deaths between the police and public by 50% in 10 years.
As a Senior Partner Engineer II, you’ll be responsible for ensuring that the Firmware Artifacts output by the JDM meets Axon’s Engineering Bar, assimilates into Axon’s repositories smoothly, integrates with any additional Contract Manufacturing (CM) and/or Local HQ Manufacturing, meets the requirements and needs of adjacent Engineering Teams and ensures timely delivery adherent to schedule. You have the obsession to ensure that the Firmware Artifacts are of the highest quality possible.
This role is primarily focused on the commercialization of 2 orthogonal, multi-year, Brand New IoT Product-lines that are strategically optimized to be resourced jointly with Axon and JDM vendors in Asia-Pacific (APAC). It is a hybridization of an (a) Firmware Engineer, (b) Release Manager, (c) Technical Project Manager, (d) Dev-ops Engineer - and of course, Quality Assurance (QA) is implied in everything we do. This critical role sits in the Axon Platform Firmware Team and reports directly to the Director of Engineering. The role will “connect the dots” to ensure that the Axon Platform Firmware Mechanisms and Expectations are reciprocated through the JDM vendors.
Firmware development environments primarily include a combination of Embedded Linux and Embedded Android, and custom Automated Test Systems (ATS).
What You’ll Do
Location: Work Remotely while living in Seattle or Scottsdale Local Hubs
Travel: Travel about 15% to APAC, Scottsdale, Boston, Seattle, and/or Europe
Reports to: Director of Engineering, Platform Firmware
Direct Reports: None
- Manage Axon and JDM vendor relations between Firmware Engineering Teams to align short-term, long-term requirements ensuring that the JDM vendor is building the “right thing”
- Manage Axon and JDM vendor relations between Firmware Engineering Teams to ensure that all source code written for Board Support Package (BSP) layers are of the highest quality bar before being merged into mainline
- Actively audit and review all schematics, source code and design documentation written by the JDM for correctness and cross-calibrate to the standards and mechanisms used by the Platform Firmware team and elsewhere
- Work hand-in-hand with the JDM vendor to ensure that clean interfaces are shimmed between the Platform Firmware and adjacent Software Teams
- Be the first escalation point with a low miss-rate for technical and schedule questions by internal Axon Engineering and Program Teams for questions about the JDM vendor Firmware Artifacts before outreach to JDM vendor in APAC time-zones and back, which incurs time delays
- Be the first escalation point with a low miss-rate for any requests to help diagnose issues at the BSP layers by internal Axon Engineering Teams before forwarding to JDM vendor in APAC time-zones and back, which incurs time delays
- Ensure the JDM vendor is writing, and actively review and contribute to, all associated Test Plans relevant to the Firmware Artifacts
- Personally perform Engineering Verification and Profiling of JDM vendor Firmware Artifacts auditing the Quality Bar
- Actively understand and ‘Self-host’ the Axon product itself as it develops to make it strong and become a SME on it allowing for a more correct and efficient Release Calendar
- Instrument the Firmware Artifacts with rich metrics and develop Dashboards for monitoring critical low-level Firmware Workflows (e.g., Battery, Thermal, Cellular, CPU, Memory, etc.) at both the individual and fleet-wide resolution
- Be an active participant in reviewing Product Requirement Documents (PRD) and writing System Requirement Documents (SRD) and Firmware Requirement Documents (FRD)
- Concisely write weekly regular Internal Status and Hardware Phase Gate documentation for Path-to-Launch meetings, Monthly Business Reviews, Phase Gate Checkpoint Reviews for Leadership, etc.
- Implement and sustain the Axon internal Firmware Release Calendar for all Firmware Artifacts merged and maintain alignment with adjacent Hardware and Software Engineering Teams
- Working with the JDM vendor, ensure that all builds, whether at the JDM vendor location, another 3rd party CM or in Scottsdale HQ Manufacturing are successful and boards are brought-up
- Stay abreast and current with all the other programs, mechanisms, technologies, etc. being supported by all teams and continuously spot improvements and innovations that can bi-directionally map between the Platform Firmware team and JDM vendor
- Implement and manage the CI/CD pipeline on the Axon internal environments where it relates to the JDM vendor Firmware Artifacts
- Write any source code as and when needed to support the program, patch fixes in drivers or elsewhere, automate workflows with scripts, bolster BSP test suites, etc.
- Be a Team Player, Mentor, Strong Communicator and be ready and willing to support the Team when needed
What You Bring
- B.S. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- Track record of taking (ideally consumer) products to GA with at least 12 years of experience
- Fluency on both Embedded Linux (primary) and Embedded Android platforms at the BSP layers
- Strong technical acumen and obsession and “still close” to the firmware details that matter to build products
- Experience with C, C++, or Rust and ideally Python, Golang
- Experience with some combination of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Cellular LTE or 5G, 900MHz wireless technologies
- Experience with complex battery powered System-on-Chip (SoC) development environments
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage projects to a high degree of resolution using state of art project management processes and tools
- Commanding understanding of how Hardware-Software Products are managed, gated and manufactured
- Ability to collaborate in APAC time-zone hours as-needed (this role has flexible working hours)
- Strong cross-functional communication skills with the ability to get things done
- Fluency in English with strong, concise, technical writing and diagramming skills
- Obsession with quality and ability to work quickly
- Fluency in Mandarin is a plus, but is not required
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
- 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.
The Pay: Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The starting base pay for this role is between USD 162,825 in the lowest geographic market and USD 260,520 in the highest geographic market. 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
www.axon.com/careers/benefits.
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 recruitingops@axon.com. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.
Average salary estimate
If an employer mentions a salary or salary range on their job, we display it as an "Employer Estimate". If a job has no salary data, Rise displays an estimate if available.
At Axon, we're committed to making a difference in the world, and as a Senior Partner Engineer II, you can be a vital part of our mission to protect life! Located in the vibrant city of Seattle, Washington, this hybrid role is designed for those eager to lead and innovate within our firmware infrastructure. In this position, you will serve as the essential link between our firmware engineering teams and our Joint Development Manufacturers (JDM), ensuring that the next-generation products we develop meet the highest standards of quality. You’ll be directly involved in the commercialization of innovative IoT product lines that are poised to transform public safety. With responsibilities ranging from managing vendor relations to conducting engineering verifications, this role will challenge you to think critically while nurturing your collaboration skills. Your expertise in Embedded Linux and Android, along with your project management prowess, will guide your successful navigation through complex technical landscapes. You will mentor, communicate effectively across teams, and actively contribute to our development efforts. At Axon, we believe in fostering a supportive environment where your work truly matters. If you're passionate about technology and making a genuine impact, we’d love to see how you can contribute to our vibrant team at Axon!
By
Axon
Axon is an American company based in Scottsdale, Arizona. We have made it our mission to protect human life by developing technology and weapons products for military, law enforcement, and civilians.
289 jobs
Subscribe to Rise newsletter
🔮
Hi, I'm Risa! Your AI Career Copilot
you, just ask me below!
Sign up for our weekly
newsletter of fresh jobs
