L&D Program Manager, R&D at Axon

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 At Axon, we build technology that helps protect life. Behind that mission are people who need to learn quickly, grow continuously, and perform at a high level. As a Learning & Development Program Manager II, you will design, build, and deliver learning programs that strengthen capability across the business. You will partner with regional and international stakeholders, with a primary focus on Vietnam, to identify needs, create effective learning solutions, and scale programs that improve performance, leadership, and employee development. This role is ideal for someone who blends strong instructional design, facilitation, program management, and stakeholder partnership skills — and who knows how to turn learning needs into practical, high-impact solutions. What You’ll Do Location: Hybrid in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Work Location This role is based out of our Ho Chi Minh City office and follows a hybrid schedule: onsite Tuesday through Friday and remote on Mondays, unless an approved accommodation applies. We place a high value on in-person collaboration and building a strong in-office culture. • Lead learning programs end to end, from needs analysis through design, delivery, measurement, and continuous improvement • Partner with regional and international stakeholders, with a primary focus on Vietnam, to identify capability gaps and learning priorities • Design and develop learning solutions across multiple formats, including live training, virtual sessions, workshops, and digital learning • Facilitate engaging learning experiences for employees, managers, and leaders • Build scalable learning journeys that support onboarding, role development, leadership capability, and organizational effectiveness • Collaborate with subject-matter experts and cross-functional partners to create relevant, high-quality content • Train and support internal facilitators to deliver learning programs effectively and consistently • Measure program impact using feedback, participation data, assessments, and other relevant metrics • Manage multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-moving environment with changing priorities • Stay current on L&D trends, tools, and best practices, and apply them thoughtfully What You Bring • 5+ years of experience in learning and development, instructional design, talent development, or a related field • Experience managing learning programs from strategy through execution and evaluation • Strong facilitation skills and confidence leading both in-person and virtual learning experiences • Experience designing content across multiple modalities, including instructor-led, virtual, and self-paced learning • Strong project management and stakeholder management skills • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills • A data-informed approach to evaluating learning effectiveness and improving programs over time • Comfort working across regions, cultures, and time zones • Proficiency with common learning and content development tools such as PowerPoint, Workday Learning, iSpring, Articulate, Canva, or similar platforms • A collaborative, self-directed mindset and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment • Experience supporting teams in Vietnam and broader international markets is a plus • Bachelor’s degree in Education, Adult Learning, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field preferred Benefits That Benefit You • Medical and Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Robust Paid Time Off policy • Bonuses • Lunch allowance • Cell phone stipend • Free LinkedIn Learning account or similar learning platforms • Access to 24/7 online emotional and mental support • Gym membership • Free motorbike parking • Stocked fridges and pantries — free coffee, cold beverages, snacks • Annual company outing trip • Monthly team social activities 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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