Senior Security Engineer

Axon creates devices and cloud software for safety and justice, developing products that protect life and connect law enforcement agencies.
San Francisco, CA, USASeattle, WA, USAScottsdale, AZ, USA
$105,225 - $168,360
Security
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
5+ years of experience
Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Senior Security Engineer

Axon is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to join their mission of protecting life through innovative safety and justice solutions. This role combines security expertise with software engineering, focusing on building and maintaining secure cloud-based systems. The position offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement with the ability to work from home while being based near one of Axon's R&D Hubs in major US cities.

The role requires a seasoned professional with 5-7 years of experience who will be responsible for designing and implementing security automation tools, participating in incident response, and leading complex security initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills in Python or Golang, deep understanding of cloud infrastructure, and experience with security operations.

What makes this role unique is the opportunity to work on systems that directly impact public safety and justice, while being part of a company that values innovation and social impact. The position offers competitive compensation including base pay ranging from $105,225 to $168,360, comprehensive benefits, and a strong focus on professional development.

The work environment promotes autonomy and creativity, with opportunities to mentor others and drive significant security improvements. Axon's culture emphasizes collaboration, diversity, and work-life balance, with flexible work arrangements and various office locations to choose from.

This is an excellent opportunity for a security professional who wants to combine technical expertise with meaningful impact, working on critical systems that protect and serve communities while being part of a company that values innovation, growth, and social responsibility.

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Responsibilities For Senior Security Engineer

  • Design, develop, implement, and maintain automated security tooling
  • Participate in on-call rotation to investigate and remediate security events
  • Evaluate and integrate new security tools and technologies
  • Mentor junior team members
  • Partner with teams to design and build scalable security solutions
  • Engineer automated solutions for security attack detection
  • Follow software development best practices
  • Provide input to Information Security Program strategy

Requirements For Senior Security Engineer

Python
Go
Linux
  • 5-7 years of relevant experience
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Understanding of modern distributed cloud-based applications
  • Fluency in Python or Golang, and shell scripting
  • Deep familiarity with Git and collaborative workflows
  • Experience in security best practices
  • Experience responding to security incidents
  • Experience with cloud-based APIs and infrastructure
  • Strong problem solving skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Must pass FBI background check

Benefits For Senior Security Engineer

401k
Dental Insurance
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Parental Leave
Education Budget
  • Competitive salary
  • 401k with employer match
  • Discretionary paid time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • Medical, Dental, Vision plans
  • Fitness Programs
  • Emotional & Mental Wellness support
  • Learning & Development programs
  • Office snacks

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