Field Deployment Engineer

Sustainable World, Inc.; Canada; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Axon is seeking a Field Deployment Engineer in Canada with 80% travel to lead deployment of network, hardware, and software solutions for Axon's Fleet systems. You will manage third-party installers, ensure customer satisfaction, and provide ongoing support post-install.

Ideal candidates have strong IP networking, troubleshooting, and documentation skills, plus experience with Cradlepoint or similar remote networking tools. You will train staff and engage with key technology decision-makers.

Qualifications

• Experience with IP networking across Layer 2, TCP/IP, LAN, WAN and VPN.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for network-connected hardware and systems.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and support equipment installation.

Responsibilities

• Lead Fleet installations and coordinate deployments with customers and third parties.
• Provide daily reports and updates on installation status.
• Develop installation diagrams and thorough documentation for solutions.
• Train customer staff on Axon Fleet and Interview solutions.

Skills

IP networking

Networking troubleshooting

Layer 2/TCP-IP

Remote/mobile networking

Documentation

Tools

Cradlepoint

CAN bus

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.

Job Title: Field Deployment Engineer

Location: Canada

Travel expectations: 80% travel

Your Impact

As a Field Deployment Engineer, you will be a vital team member responsible for leading the deployment of network, hardware, and software solutions for Axon's Fleet systems. This post-sale, customer-facing, front-line role requires efficiency in deployment, management of third-party installations, and ensuring an exceptional customer experience and continued support.

What You'll Do

• Lead and coordinate Fleet installations, ensuring efficiency and a positive customer experience.
• Keep 3rd party installers and Axon customers updated on installation status through daily reports and stand-up meetings.
• Ensure regular and reliable attendance, demonstrating commitment to work responsibilities.
• Deploy hardware and software solutions in a dynamic environment with minimal assistance.
• Exhibit flexibility to undertake additional projects and adapt to evolving priorities.
• Provide guidance to customers on optimal hardware placement, tailoring solutions to enhance workflows and ensure compliant data collection.
• Develop accurate installation diagrams and thorough documentation for implemented solutions.
• Provide administrative support for vendor setup, clearances, tracking, and maintenance of work orders
• Engage with key technology decision-makers post-sale.
• Conduct training sessions for both technical and non-technical staff on the use of Axon Fleet and Interview solutions.
• Train customer technical and non-technical staff and 12V low-voltage sub-contractors on proper installation and use of Axon hardware and software components.

What You'll Bring

Technical Acumen:

• Strong experience with IP networking and connected devices, including configuration and troubleshooting across Layer 2, TCP/IP, LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless environments.
• Ability to quickly identify and resolve network connectivity issues involving routers, modems, gateways, access points, and edge devices.
• Solid understanding of core networking principles, including switching, routing, VLANs, DHCP, DNS, and physical layer infrastructure.
• Experience with remote and mobile networking technologies, such as Cradlepoint or similar solutions, is highly valued.
• Familiarity with data communications, WAN access methods, wireless technologies, and local network infrastructure in distributed or field-based environments.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across network-connected hardware and communications systems.
• Exposure to low-voltage / 12V electrical systems is an asset, including basic wiring, DC circuit fundamentals, relays, fuses, and power distribution.
• Familiarity with vehicle electrical or communication systems such as CAN bus, LIN bus, auxiliary battery systems, lighting, or siren integrations is considered a nice to have.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and support equipment installation or fault isolation is beneficial.

Other Qualifications:

• Experience with law enforcement agencies is highly valued.
• Ability to work safely and skilfully with hand tools.
• Proven team leadership skills, supporting customers and third parties to achieve objectives.
• Previous experience in leading a team or contractors on multiple projects with successful outcomes.
• Exceptional communication skills, professionalism, and ability to work both within a team and independently.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Desire to work with a team or visit clients in person weekly. (Candidates must reside within reasonable proximity to a major airport.)
• French speaking is an asset but not required

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.

Base Pay Range

$74,250-$118,800 CAD

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.

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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