Senior Software Engineer (Hybrid)

As a Senior Software Engineer at Axon, your primary responsibilities include creating the technical roadmap for Fusus Deployments and Integrations, leading architecture and design reviews, and mentoring team members. You'll also work closely with integration partners to meet the needs of launching new agencies, ensuring that the solutions provided are highly available and scalable.

To qualify for the Senior Software Engineer role at Axon, candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field along with at least 6 years of professional software development experience. Expertise in designing scalable cloud-based systems, experience with backend technologies like Python, Java, or Go, and familiarity with cloud APIs and AWS services are also required.

At Axon, career development is emphasized for Senior Software Engineers through mentorship opportunities, robust training programs, and a culture encouraging continuous learning and growth. As a senior member of the team, you will have the chance to not only advance your own skills but also to nurture newcomers in their journey.

In the Senior Software Engineer role at Axon, you will work with various technologies, including cloud services, SQL and NoSQL databases, real-time streaming technologies like Kafka, and managed languages such as Python and Java. Familiarity with developing and deploying Windows services is also essential.

Yes, Axon actively encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for the Senior Software Engineer role. We believe that various perspectives enhance innovation and creativity within our teams, which is why we are committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

When answering this question, focus on your passion for technology and its role in making a positive impact. Highlight your enthusiasm for working in a mission-driven environment and how Axon's commitment to public safety resonates with your personal values.

Here, detail a relevant project that demonstrates your problem-solving skills, technical expertise, and leadership capabilities. Mention your role, the challenges faced, how you overcame them, and the impact of the project.

Discuss your approach to software quality, such as adhering to coding standards, performing code reviews, implementing automated testing, and continuously integrating and deploying your software to maintain high standards.

Share specific examples of cloud-based solutions you've worked on, including the technologies used (e.g., AWS), deployment strategies, and how you ensured scalability and reliability in your cloud applications.

Provide insights into how you've mentored junior engineers, including your approach to guiding them through technical challenges, fostering their professional growth, and creating an environment that encourages learning.

Mention your familiarity with various project management tools (like Jira or Trello) and methodologies (such as Agile or Scrum) and how you apply them to keep projects on track and ensure effective communication within your team.

Outline your strategies for managing stress and prioritizing tasks under tight deadlines. Emphasize your time management skills, the ability to communicate effectively with the team, and your commitment to maintaining quality while meeting deadlines.

Discuss how you actively seek user feedback, analyze it, and implement changes based on that feedback. Emphasize the importance of user experience in your development work and how it drives the software's success.

Choose a significant architectural decision you've made, explain the reasoning behind it, the alternatives considered, and the results it produced. This demonstrates your ability to think critically and strive for technical excellence.

Describe your commitment to continuous learning, whether through online courses, attending conferences, participating in tech meetups, or following industry leaders. Explain how this helps you bring fresh ideas to your work at Axon.