Network Engineer, Axon 911

Doist; New York (NY); On-site; USD 111,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Learning & Development

Job summary

Axon is seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer to join our Global Operations team. You will design, integrate, and implement innovative public safety products for national first responders systems and government sectors worldwide, ensuring the highest level of service 24/7.

You will deploy and maintain enterprise networking across AWS/VPC, Fortinet, SD‑WAN, and partner networks, troubleshoot and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with cross‑functional teams to deliver reliable

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a network engineer in critical service industries.
• Experience deploying and supporting network infrastructure.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, VLANs, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VPN, DNS.

Responsibilities

• Lead network projects including establishment, upgrades, expansions, and migrations.
• Configure and maintain Fortinet Firewalls, Cisco switches, and routers; perform security audits.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to maximize uptime.
• Work in a high‑activity environment, manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Collaborate with vendors and service providers to resolve network challenges.
• Perform network deployments leveraging IaC tools and pipelines.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior network engineers.

Skills

Networking concepts

Cloud networking

Security best practices

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analytics

Voice/video quality optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Fortinet Firewalls

Cisco switches

Routers

Git

Visual Studio Code

Bitbucket

Jenkins

GitLab

Job description

About the Company

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. Axon 911 brings together Prepared and Carbyne under Axon. Together, we are creating the only platform that combines modern 911 infrastructure with an AI intelligence layer—helping public safety agencies move faster, make better decisions, and deliver better outcomes in the moments that matter most. 911 is the backbone of public safety, yet the professionals behind it have long been held back by outdated technology. Axon 911 is here to change that. Joining this team means more than taking a job—it means helping shape the future of emergency response and building a safer, more connected world.

Your Impact

• Lead network projects, including network establishment, upgrades, expansions, and migrations.


• Configure and maintain Fortinet Firewalls, Cisco switches, and routers, among other networking equipment and ensure network security by implementing best practices and conducting regular security audits.


• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot any issues that arise, ensuring maximum uptime and reliability and perform production system upgrades, as well as debug sessions independently in a mission‑critical live system.


• Thrive in a high‑activity/fast‑paced environment, effectively managing multiple tasks and shifting priorities and resolve complex problems independently, leveraging data analytics and troubleshooting skills.


• Collaborate with vendors and service providers to build and resolve network‑related challenges.


• Perform network infrastructure deployments leveraging IaC tools and pipelines.


• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior network engineers.

What You’ll Do

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Network Engineer to join our Global Operations team. As a Network Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the designing, integration, and implementation process of our innovative public safety products for our clients in the national first responders systems (911) and government sectors worldwide. You will be responsible for ensuring the highest level of service is delivered to our customers 24/7.

What You Bring

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a network engineer or equivalent in critical service industries with a focus on designing and implementing complex network solutions.


• Network Deployment & Support: Responsible for the deployment, configuration, and ongoing support of network infrastructure.


• Traditional Networking knowledge.


• Cloud Networking knowledge.


• Strong experience with AWS VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, Ingress/Egress architectures, Route 53.


• In‑depth knowledge of planning, designing, implementing, and operating an Enterprise IT network environment and data center network.


• Hands‑on configuration and operational knowledge of Fortinet Firewalls, SD‑WAN infrastructure, Cisco switches, and routers.


• Strong experience troubleshooting private and public transport connectivity with a keen ability to identify issues affecting production systems.


• Strong knowledge of networking protocols and technologies, including TCP/IP, VLANs, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VPN, and DNS.


• Experience building and designing rack/cabinet/cage construction for highly available and resilient network infrastructure.


• Proven expertise in SD‑WAN planning, design, implementation, and operations encompassing multi‑site deployments.


• Knowledge and experience in network monitoring and optimization tools.


• Ability to quickly identify issues affecting voice and video quality.


• Ability to debug production systems and perform deep‑level packet capture analysis independently in mission‑critical systems.


• Comfortable working with data analytics and resolving complex problems independently.


• Solid understanding of network security principles and best practices.


• Ability to thrive in a high‑activity/fast‑paced environment, handling ambiguity and shifting priorities.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross‑functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.


• Working experience with Git and DevOps tools including Visual Studio Code, BitBucket, Jenkins, GitLab, or equivalents.

Core Technical Competencies

Traditional Networking, Cloud Networking, AWS VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, Ingress/Egress architectures, Route 53, enterprise IT network environment, data center network, Fortinet Firewalls, SD‑WAN infrastructure, Cisco switches, routers, networking protocols (TCP/IP, VLANs, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VPN, DNS), rack/cabinet/cage construction, SD‑WAN planning, design, implementation, operations, network monitoring and optimization tools, packet capture analysis, network security principles and best practices, Git, DevOps tools.

Benefits

• 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


• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)


• Snacks in our offices

Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.

Pay Transparency

Axon offers a comprehensive total compensation package , which includes base salary, a generous annual bonus, and company equity. The starting base annual pay for this role is between $110,000- $150,000 excluding commission, bonuses and more annually, depending on your geographic market. The actual base salary will vary based on several factors, including level, function, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and location—often a combination of these elements.

Base Pay Range $111,000 — $150,000 USD

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Axon’s mission is 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.