Deployment Program Manager - Enterprise

Axon; Canada; Remote; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A public safety technology leader is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to drive the delivery of complex hardware and enterprise-grade SaaS solutions. This role demands experience in program management, collaboration across various teams, and a proactive approach to project risks. You will lead multiple projects ensuring alignment with customer needs and organizational standards, while being fluent in both English and French. The company promotes diversity and offers attractive benefits including a competitive salary and generous paid time off.

Benefits

Competitive salary

401k with employer match

Discretionary paid time off

Paid parental leave

Fitness Programs

Emotional & Mental Wellness support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience leading complex programs in a SaaS environment.
• PMP certification is highly preferred.
• Strong proficiency in technical project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, enterprise product deployments.
• Manage multiple medium to large-sized projects.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to define program requirements.

Skills

Technical program management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Project risk management

Fluent in French

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Information Systems, Technical Engineering

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

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

Axon is a global leader in public safety technology, dedicated to protecting life and making communities safer. We are seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to lead the delivery of complex hardware and enterprise-grade SaaS solutions that empower our customers to manage information effectively.

As a Senior Technical Program Manager at Axon, you will play a pivotal role in aligning technical solutions with customer needs, ensuring seamless deployment, and enhancing our product impact. This role requires a proactive leader who thrives in dynamic environments, champions cross-team collaboration, and drives meaningful change. If you are passionate about technology, possess excellent program management skills, and seek a purpose-driven career, this is the role for you.

What You’ll Do

Location: Canada - Remote
Travel: 40%-50%
Reports to: Senior Director, Program Management
Direct Reports: 0

• Lead complex, enterprise product deployments, ensuring milestones are met and deliverables align with customer expectations and revenue recognition guidelines.
• Manage multiple medium to large-sized projects with a focus on timelines, scope, and budget control.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to define program requirements, ensuring compliance with national and state standards.
• Engage with customer, sales, product, and software services leaders to define project vision, scope, and delivery timelines.
• Support program planning activities through effective work estimation processes.
• Oversee program-level change management activities, working closely with client partners and internal stakeholders.
• Develop comprehensive documentation to support customer acceptance and revenue recognition.
• Act as the primary facilitator for project team members and stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and coordination across teams.
• Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively address potential issues to ensure successful outcomes.
• Deliver foundational training to customers both remotely and in person, supporting adoption of Axon solutions.
• Mentor junior project managers and support the recruitment process to strengthen the program management team.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Information Systems, Technical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Fluent in both English and French.
• PMP certification is highly preferred.
• 5+ years of experience leading complex programs in a SaaS environment with demonstrated success in technical program management.
• Strong proficiency in technical project management tools to track, manage, and deliver on objectives.
• Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects while driving alignment among diverse stakeholders.
• Expertise in guiding internal and client teams through ambiguity, ensuring clarity, alignment, and execution on shared goals.
• Exceptional communication, organization, and interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to distill technical concepts for varied audiences.
• Experience identifying process improvements to enhance project delivery outcomes and increase customer satisfaction.
• Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background check and maintain confidential and highly sensitive information.

Benefits that Benefit You

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Fitness Programs
• Emotional & Mental Wellness support
• And yes, we have snacks in our offices

Axon is committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed.

We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion.