Software Engineer II - Device OS / IoT
Job Overview
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.
Your Impact
As a Software Engineer II on the Fusus IoT team, you’ll help design and build the secure, reliable, and remotely managed operating system that powers every Fusus Core device in the field.
You’ll develop services and infrastructure that enable real-time video, AI analytics, and device-to-cloud communication — ensuring Axon’s IoT edge systems perform dependably under real-world conditions.
Your work will directly impact how public safety agencies, transportation networks, and enterprise security teams coordinate responses, protect communities, and save lives.
What You’ll Do
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.
- Design, implement, and maintain the Fusus Core OS — a secure, immutable, Linux-based operating system for Axon’s IoT and edge devices.
- Build system-level services and applications for connectivity, telemetry, AI workloads, and remote management.
- Collaborate with hardware, cloud, and security engineers to deliver end-to-end functionality across the device ecosystem.
- Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and OTA update systems for reliable, high-velocity iteration.
- Enhance observability, diagnostics, and telemetry for device performance and health monitoring.
- Participate in architecture reviews, code reviews, and technical design discussions.
- Troubleshoot complex issues across OS, networking, and application layers.
- Continuously learn and apply new technologies across the embedded, edge, and cloud domains.
Responsibilities
- Own the design and delivery of key features within the Fusus Core OS stack.
- Write clean, maintainable, and testable code with an emphasis on reliability, performance, and security.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to define clear APIs and integration points between device and cloud.
- Maintain high standards for code quality, testing, and release engineering.
- Support observability, debugging, and performance profiling for fielded devices.
- Embody Axon’s values — Own It, Join Forces, and Be Obsessed — in day-to-day engineering work.
What You Bring
- 4+ years of professional software development experience
- Strong computer science fundamentals — data structures, algorithms, concurrency, networking, and system design.
- Proficiency in C/C++, Go, or Rust.
- Understanding of networking protocols (HTTP, TCP/IP, TLS, MQTT, sockets, etc.).
- Familiarity with shell scripting, Linux command-line tools, and open-source ecosystems.
- Growth mindset and ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and challenges.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills — able to work effectively across hardware, cloud, and product teams.
How To Stand Out
- Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions).
- Experience developing, debugging, and deploying software for Linux-based IoT or edge devices.
- Experience with Yocto or Buildroot (embedded Linux build systems).
- Familiarity with AWS IoT Core or similar device management frameworks.
- Understanding of device security fundamentals — secure boot, TPM, and certificates.
- Experience implementing OTA update systems and rollback-safe deployments.
- Proficiency with Python for automation and testing.
- Background in AI at the edge, video analytics, or real-time video systems.
Benefits that Benefit You
- 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 120,750 in the lowest geographic market and USD 193,200 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 www.axon.com/careers/benefits.
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.
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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.
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