Leadership Development Program 2027

SHPE Houston; Scottsdale, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) with employer match

Discretionary paid time off

Maternity/Paternity leave

Wellness programs

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Job summary

Axon’s Leadership Development Program (LDP) is a highly selective, two-year rotational experience designed for ambitious graduates who want to solve meaningful problems and accelerate their careers. Start date is August 2027 with a hybrid work model; rotations may include offices in Seattle, DC, London, Ho Chi Minh City, and Sydney, plus Scottsdale or Boston.

You will work directly with senior leaders, own meaningful projects from day one, and build leadership capabilities across product, sales,

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience in school, work, athletics, research, entrepreneurship, or the community.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous, high-growth environments.
• Enthusiasm for Axon's Mission and Core Values.

Responsibilities

• Participate in 3-5 rotations over two years.
• Work with senior leaders on high-impact projects.
• Develop leadership and cross-functional skills across the organization.
• Collaborate across functions such as Product Management, Sales, Marketing, Strategy & Operations, Finance, and People Ops.
• Build a strong peer and company network through cohort experiences and events.

Skills

Leadership experience

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Graduate degree

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.

LAUNCH A CAREER THAT CHANGES THE WORLD

Axon's Leadership Development Program (LDP) is a highly selective, two-year rotational experience at one of the world's fastest-growing publicly traded technology companies. Built for ambitious graduates who want to solve meaningful problems, work directly with senior leaders, and accelerate their careers, the LDP is designed to identify, develop, and empower Axon's next generation of leaders.

WHO IS AXON?

Every day, millions of people rely on Axon's technology to make communities safer and more accountable. From AI-powered evidence management and body-worn cameras to drones and virtual reality training, we're building technology that protects lives and helps shape the future of public safety.

• Axon is the industry leader in public safety technology, including body-worn cameras, TASER energy weapons, sensors, drones, virtual reality, and digital evidence management. Our mission is to Protect Life, Preserve Truth and Accelerate Justice through innovations in hardware and software.
• Led by CEO and Founder Rick Smith's lifelong commitment to making the world safer, Axon launched its Moonshot goal in 2022: to cut gun-related deaths between police and the public by 50% in 10 years.
• What does it look like to work at Axon? WATCH this high-speed drone tour of Axon HQ!
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THE LDP EXPERIENCE

Axon's Leadership Development Program places high-potential early-career talent in leadership-track roles across the company. Designed for individuals who are eager to gain broad business exposure in a high-growth technology environment, the LDP gives participants the opportunity to tackle high-impact challenges, influence decisions, and help shape Axon's future.

• Join a cohort of 15+ participants with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives
• Complete 3-5 rotations over two years, with flexibility to co-create your experience based on your skills, interests, and career goals
• Own meaningful work from day one, partnering with senior leaders to solve complex business challenges
• Lead high-priority projects across areas such as product strategy, go-to-market execution, operational scale, financial analysis, corporate development, and customer impact
• Build your rotational experience across functions such as Product Management, Sales, Marketing, Strategy & Operations, Finance, Corporate Development/M&A, People Operations, Investor Relations, and product-focused teams across Axon's hardware, software, AI, VR, and public safety technology portfolio
• Receive mentorship from an extensive network of LDP alumni and senior leaders, including Axon President Josh Isner
• Participate in LDP-specific programming, including panels, speaker sessions, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities
• Build a strong peer and company network through cohort experiences and community-building events, including access to the Axon Suite at Phoenix Suns and Boston Celtics NBA games and select concerts
• Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are well-positioned for high-impact, leadership-track roles across Axon

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or graduate degree, with an expected graduation date by June 2027
• Demonstrated leadership experience - in school, work, athletics, research, entrepreneurship, or the community
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous, high-growth environments
• Enthusiasm for Axon's Mission and Core Values

PLEASE NOTE

• Start Date: August 2027
• Location: Scottsdale, AZ (Axon Headquarters) or Boston, MA; rotations may include other offices such as Seattle, Washington DC, London, Ho Chi Minh City, and Sydney. This role 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.
• Travel: This role requires domestic and/or international travel; frequency varies by assigned rotation.
• Note: This role is open to all qualified applicants, including international applicants from non-U.S. colleges and universities. We are able to host J-1 Exchange Visitors through a designated sponsor organization. Applicants must meet the requirements for a J-1 program.

NOTABLE COMPENSATION + BENEFITS

• Competitive salary and 401(k) with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Fitness programs
• Mental and emotional wellness support
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

We are an equal opportunity employer that values justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you need assistance or accommodation during the hiring process, please contact [e-mail]. This email is for accommodation requests only.

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.

We collect personal information from applicants to evaluate candidates for employment. You may request access, deletion, or exercise other CCPA rights at [e-mail] or via our Axon Privacy Web Form. For more information, please see the Your California Privacy Rights section of our Applicant and Candidate Privacy Notice.

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 [e-mail]. Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.