Software Engineer I – Android 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 As a Software Engineer on Axon’s Fleet & Device Management team, you’ll help define how agencies manage and interact with Axon devices in the field and in vehicles. You will work with a talented, fast-paced team focused on building and evolving the Android applications that power Axon Device Manager, Fleet Android, and Axon Device Checkout for phones and tablets. You’ll solve challenging problems and provide simple, elegant solutions around device provisioning, configuration, health monitoring, video and telemetry workflows, and officer workflows in the vehicle—all of which have a direct impact on increasing transparency and protecting truth. Here, you’ll collaborate with engineers, product managers, and designers to build best‑in‑class mobile software that integrates tightly with Axon’s devices and cloud services, and that is relied on in mission‑critical environments every day. If you’re driven by solving intricate technical problems, passionate about Android development, and ready to play a crucial role in shaping products that redefine public safety, we want you on our team. What You’ll Do Location: Seattle, WA (onsite, Axon office–based role following Axon’s standard hybrid schedule) Reports to: Engineering Manager Direct Reports: 0 • Lead engineering architecture and design reviews to ensure high standards in software quality across Axon Device Manager, Fleet Android, and Axon Device Checkout. • Collaborate with Axon Product and Design to turn mobile UI/UX designs into functional, engaging Android experiences that work seamlessly with Axon devices and cloud services. • Drive the entire mobile software lifecycle, from prototyping to commercialization and post‑launch support, including telemetry, monitoring, and continuous improvement. • Interface with Axon’s cloud services for device management, evidence workflows, and fleet operations to deliver cohesive, cross‑platform experiences. • Set a high technical standard for the team through code reviews, design reviews, and strong engineering practices (testing, observability, performance, security). • Mentor engineers, fostering growth and technical skill development within the team and helping others level up in Android and systems design. • Partner with Product, Design, Firmware, and other Engineering teams to deliver integrated solutions that meet real customer needs and constraints in the field and in vehicles. • Enhance engineering processes, including sprint planning, stand‑ups, and long‑term planning, to improve predictability and quality. • Build robust and reliable mission‑critical software that meets high standards for stability and performance in public‑safety scenarios. What You Bring • Industry experience shipping Android applications to the Google Play Store. • Deep understanding of Android and mobile devices; you’re comfortable leading mobile design reviews and driving implementations through release and post‑release monitoring. • Experience with modern architecture patterns (MVVM, MVI, etc.) including solid unit testing practices. • Hands‑on Android experience with Retrofit, Coroutines, OkHttp, Hilt, Jetpack Compose. • Experience working with remote data via REST and JSON. • Understanding and experience with networking protocols such as TCP, UDP, DHCP, DNS, Server‑Sent Events, WebSockets (debugging with tools like Wireshark or Charles is a plus). Nice to have • SDK experience related to Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi, networking, camera (photo/video), audio, file management, and connecting to and interacting with third‑party hardware and Axon devices. • Experience working with video streaming and IoT devices / connectivity over BLE or Wi‑Fi—especially in vehicle or rugged environments. 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. This role is based out of our Seattle, Scottsdale, Boston or Atlanta offices 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. 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 [Upgrade to PRO to see link] Base Pay Range$106,500—$170,400 USDDon’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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