Software Engineer I – Android at Axon in Seattle, WA

Summary: Axon is on a mission to Protect Life and is seeking a Software Engineer I to join their Fleet & Device Management team. In this role, you will help define how agencies manage Axon devices, working on Android applications that enhance device management and officer workflows in the field. Responsibilities: - Lead engineering architecture and design reviews to ensure high standards in software quality across Axon Device Manager, Fleet Android, and Axon Device Checkout - Collaborate with Axon Product and Design to turn mobile UI/UX designs into functional, engaging Android experiences that work seamlessly with Axon devices and cloud services - Drive the entire mobile software lifecycle, from prototyping to commercialization and post‑launch support, including telemetry, monitoring, and continuous improvement - Interface with Axon’s cloud services for device management, evidence workflows, and fleet operations to deliver cohesive, cross‑platform experiences - Set a high technical standard for the team through code reviews, design reviews, and strong engineering practices (testing, observability, performance, security) - Mentor engineers, fostering growth and technical skill development within the team and helping others level up in Android and systems design - Partner with Product, Design, Firmware, and other Engineering teams to deliver integrated solutions that meet real customer needs and constraints in the field and in vehicles - Enhance engineering processes, including sprint planning, stand‑ups, and long‑term planning, to improve predictability and quality - Build robust and reliable mission‑critical software that meets high standards for stability and performance in public‑safety scenarios Required Qualifications: - Industry experience shipping Android applications to the Google Play Store - Deep understanding of Android and mobile devices; you're comfortable leading mobile design reviews and driving implementations through release and post‑release monitoring - Experience with modern architecture patterns (MVVM, MVI, etc.) including solid unit testing practices - Hands‑on Android experience with Retrofit, Coroutines, OkHttp, Hilt, Jetpack Compose - Experience working with remote data via REST and JSON - Understanding and experience with networking protocols such as TCP, UDP, DHCP, DNS, Server‑Sent Events, WebSockets (debugging with tools like Wireshark or Charles is a plus) Preferred Qualifications: - SDK experience related to Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi, networking, camera (photo/video), audio, file management, and connecting to and interacting with third‑party hardware and Axon devices - Experience working with video streaming and IoT devices / connectivity over BLE or Wi‑Fi—especially in vehicle or rugged environments Required Skills: Android application development, Google Play Store deployment, Android architecture patterns, Unit testing, Retrofit, Coroutines, OkHttp, Hilt, Jetpack Compose, REST APIs, JSON, Networking protocols, TCP, UDP, DHCP, DNS, Server-Sent Events, WebSockets 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, And yes, we have snacks in our offices