Manager, Solutions Architect (Deployment)

About the Role

As a Manager, Solutions Architects, you’ll lead a team focused on delivering technical excellence in solution architecture across Axon’s Real-Time Operations (RTO) offerings. Partnering closely with the Sr. Manager and cross-functional teams, you'll implement and scale high-quality solution design processes while providing strategic support for mission-critical, customer-facing engagements. You will spend approximately 80% of your time leading the team and managing project delivery across your group, and 20% supporting complex or unique client engagements with technical depth, particularly in emerging or highly integrated deployments.

Location: Hybrid - Must report into one of our Hub locations (Scottsdale AZ, Seattle WA, Boston MA, Atlanta GA).

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Solutions Architects focused on law enforcement, campus, and corrections customers.
• Provide technical and project guidance to team members and ensure consistent quality and productivity in solution delivery.
• Coach and mentor team members, fostering a culture of innovation, learning, and accountability.
• Analyze and review IT system architectures to scope and recommend technical solutions.
• Partner with customers and internal stakeholders (sales, account management, product, engineering) to ensure successful project implementation and integration.
• Participate in hiring and onboarding of new Solutions Architects.
• Ensure timely and effective project execution aligned with Axon’s solution architecture standards.
• Maintain responsibility for team performance, resource allocation, and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Champion continuous process improvement in architecture, customer delivery, and team operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 4–6 years of experience in solution architecture or related technical leadership roles.
• 1–3 years of direct supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Expertise in solution architecture frameworks, cloud technologies, and systems integration.
• Effective communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences, including clients.
• Experience in project management and business process analysis.
• Basic understanding of integration coding methodologies.
• Experience in the public safety sector preferred (e.g., RMS/CAD implementations).
• Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background check and maintain CJIS clearance.

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

Base Pay Range: $144,555 USD - $231,288 USD.