Leadership Development Program 2027 (Sales)

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.

About the role

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 Sales Track is designed to identify, develop, and empower Axon's next generation of sales leaders.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Partner directly with senior sales leadership on complex, high-impact initiatives that drive revenue growth, improve customer outcomes, and shape Axon's go-to-market strategy
• Gain hands-on experience across Axon's growing sales organization, including Domestic, International, Federal, and Enterprise teams
• Build exposure across sales and go-to-market functions such as Emerging Products, New Markets, Inside Sales, International Strategy & Operations, Federal, Enterprise, Strategic Initiatives, Customer Operations, Sales Strategy, Revenue Intelligence, Roadshow, and more
• Own meaningful work from day one, partnering with sales leaders and cross-functional teams to solve complex business challenges
• 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 sales and go-to-market 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
• Interest in sales, customer impact, go-to-market strategy, and business leadership
• Enthusiasm for Axon's Mission and Core Values

Schedule

Start Date: August 2027

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. Rotations may include offices such as Seattle, Washington DC, London, Ho Chi Minh City, and Sydney.

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

Pay

Base Pay Range: $60,000 USD - $96,000 USD

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 a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards.