Software Engineer II

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.

As a Software Engineer II, you'll help design, build, and maintain scalable, high-availability cloud services that power Axon's mission of protecting life. You'll contribute across the full stack—from backend APIs and data services to user-facing components—and play a key role in delivering reliable, secure, and performant software.

You'll collaborate closely with senior engineers, product managers, and designers to implement new features, improve existing systems, and solve complex technical challenges. You'll be hands-on in writing high-quality code, participating in design and code reviews, and ensuring that your work aligns with our engineering standards and long-term goals.
If you're eager to deepen your technical expertise, contribute to meaningful products, and learn from talented peers in a culture that values ownership and impact, this role is for you.

Location: This role is based out of our Seattle office and 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.
Reports to: Manager, Software Engineering
Direct Reports: None

• Design, develop, and maintain backend and frontend components for scalable, cloud-based systems.
• Collaborate with Product and Design to define requirements, scope features, and deliver high-quality software.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving engineering standards, security, and reliability.
• Troubleshoot production issues and optimize system performance and scalability.
• Partner with other teams to ensure seamless integration and data consistency across services.
• Contribute to technical documentation and share knowledge with peers.
• Help build services that meet high expectations for availability, latency, and data integrity.
• Explore ways to leverage AI and automation to enhance customer experiences.

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 4–8 years of experience building and maintaining production systems.
• Strong backend development skills in Java, Go, or Scala with an understanding of distributed system fundamentals.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, including schema design and performance optimization.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and modern deployment practices.
• Working knowledge of React and modern JavaScript frameworks for frontend development.
• Strong problem-solving skills, curiosity, and a desire to continuously learn and grow.
• Excellent collaboration and communication abilities in a cross-functional environment.

• 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
• And yes, we have snacks in our offices

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

The Pay: Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The starting base pay for this role is between USD 141,000 in the lowest geographic market and USD 225,600 in the highest geographic market. 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

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.

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  Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.