Senior Firmware Engineer I

Axon; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 225,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and 401k with match

Discretionary time off

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

Axon is seeking an experienced Platform Firmware Engineer to design and develop AIoT firmware across devices and ecosystems. You will work from Seattle or Scottsdale offices four days a week, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust firmware solutions.

You will bring 8–14 years of embedded experience, strong C/C++, linux kernel/user-space familiarity, and exposure to AI-assisted development and RF subsystems. This role offers competitive pay and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 8–14 years of firmware/embedded experience on IoT or related products.
• Experience with both kernel and user-space Linux
• Experience with BSP packaging and device bring-up
• Strong C/C++ programming skills and knowledge of architecture concepts
• Experience with AI-assisted development in real codebases is a plus

Responsibilities

• Design and develop firmware for AIoT platforms and devices across Robotics, Camera-related products and accessories
• Develop firmware for SoC/SoM, eLinux or eAndroid environments
• Create firmware for microcontrollers and RF subsystems (Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, Sub‑GHz, LTE/5G)
• Develop manufacturing tooling, testing and ATS coverage
• Collaborate with SoC vendors and embedded product teams; mentor engineers
• Contribute to design docs, pull requests and documentation
• Support hardware bring-up and debugging; pair-program on complex subsystems

Skills

C/C++

Rust

Python

Embedded Linux

AI coding tools

Firmware development

Computer architecture

Education

BS in Computer/Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Yocto/OpenWRT BSP

AOSP

RTOS on microcontrollers

Embedded Android Kernel

Cellular LTE/5G modems

SoC/SoM dev

AI coding assistants

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.

Platform Firmware | Seattle, WA or Scottsdale, AZ

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.

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].

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.

Your Impact

Where You'll Work

Location: 4 days a week in our Seattle or Scottsdale office

What You'll Do

Reports to: Software Engineering Manager, Platform Firmware

Direct Reports: None

• Firmware Design and Development of AIoT infrastructure for a variety of career-defining new programs that synthesize all Axon technologies in addition to current and next-gen Robotics, Camera-related products and their accessories
• Develop Firmware for eLinux or eAndroid-based System-on-Chips (SoC) and/or System-on-Modules (SoM)
• Develop Firmware for Microcontrollers
• Develop Firmware for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth BLE, Sub-GHz, Cellular LTE & 5G, and related RF technologies
• Develop Firmware for Battery and Power Management sub-systems with a critical eye towards Safety and Thermal Performance
• Develop Manufacturing Software Provisioning and Calibration Tooling
• Develop Unit, Integration and Automated Tests and Test Equipment as part of the development process, including AI-assisted generation of ATS coverage where it raises throughput without sacrificing rigor
• Support Electrical Engineering with Board Bring-up and Hardware Debugging Support
• Write and review Design Docs, Pull Requests, and contribute to the Team's documentation bank
• Collaborate with distributed teams such as other Firmware Teams, Embedded Product Teams, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing and Compliance
• Collaborate with System-on-Chip (SoC) and Cellular Modem vendors to optimize for AIoT use-cases and key performance parameters
• Drive Engineering Excellence and adopt a test and metrics-first mindset
• Help define and improve how the team applies AI coding tools to embedded firmware work - including code review, ATS authoring, design doc drafting, and pair-programming on complex subsystems
• Mentor engineers on effective AI-assisted development for firmware: where it accelerates, where it misleads, and how to keep correctness and safety standards intact
• Be a Team Player, Mentor, Strong Communicator and be ready and willing to support the Team when needed

What You Bring

• B.S. in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• 8-14 years of real-world Industry Firmware or Embedded experience developing on IoT products
• Experience in programming with C, C++, Rust, Golang and/or Python
• Experience with both Kernel and User-space Embedded Linux with exposure to Yocto, OpenWRT or other Embedded Distros for Board Support Packaging (BSP)
• Experience with Embedded Android Kernel and User-space (AOSP)
• Experience with RTOS on Microcontrollers
• Basic ability to read Datasheets and Schematics
• Experience with concise Technical Writing and Architecture Diagramming
• Hands-on experience using AI coding assistants (Claude Code, Copilot, Cursor or similar) in a real codebase, with a clear point of view on where they help and where they fail in embedded or systems work
• Strong understanding of Computer Architecture and Peripherals
• Strong understanding of Operating Systems, Concurrency and Networking concepts
• Strong understanding of Data Structures, Algorithms and Object Oriented Design Patterns
• Experience with Cellular LTE, 5G Modems is a strong plus
• Experience with Battery and Power Management sub-systems, Safety and Thermal, is a strong plus

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 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

$141,000 - $225,600 USD

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.

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.

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.

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We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We're committed to hiring the best talent that promotes equal opportunity for all. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email [e-mail].