Leadership Development Program 2027

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.

About the role

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.

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

Requirements

• 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

Schedule

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.

This role requires domestic and/or international travel; frequency varies by assigned rotation.

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

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.
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.