Sr. Technical Program Manager I - Enterprise

Axon

$120K — $150K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in leading complex technical programs, especially in enterprise SaaS or mission-critical settings.
  • Proven success in delivering large-scale deployments for enterprise-level customers.
  • Strong foundation in program management fundamentals, including risk and change management.
  • Cross-functional partnership experience with Product, Engineering, Sales, and Services teams.
  • Ability to thrive in ambiguous and fast-paced environments, making informed decisions under pressure.
  • Exceptional communication skills tailored for diverse audiences, from executives to technical teams.
  • Analytical mindset with a focus on scalable and practical solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Own the complete delivery of complex programs for Strategic and Global customers, ensuring successful deployment and adoption.
  • Manage multiple high-impact programs simultaneously, controlling scope and timelines in dynamic settings.
  • Collaborate with Product and Engineering to create actionable delivery plans from customer requirements and constraints.
  • Act as a trusted program lead, providing clarity and strong leadership in high-stakes environments.
  • Ensure alignment among Sales, PSO, Engineering, Product, and partners to focus on essential work.
  • Proactively identify and mitigate risks to preserve delivery schedules and customer trust.
  • Facilitate change management at the program level, adjusting plans while maintaining progress.

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 available in the offices
Full Job Description
Your Impact

Location: Hybrid - Based in Scottsdale AZ, Atlanta, GA, Seattle, WA , or Boston, MA
Travel: 30-50% (domestic) - onsite with Enterprise customers
Reports to: Sr Director of Professional Service, Enterprise

As a Senior Technical Program Manager at Axon, you will lead the delivery of complex, enterprise-scale deployments for our Strategic Enterprise customers that operate around the globe. You'll own programs end-to-end-partnering with customers, product, engineering, and delivery teams to translate complex requirements into clear plans and successful outcomes.

This role operates in high-visibility, mission-critical environments where priorities evolve and judgment matters. You'll bring structure to ambiguity, maintain composure under pressure, and drive alignment across diverse stakeholders-balancing customer needs, product capabilities, and long-term scalability.

Success in this role comes from a strong sense of ownership, disciplined execution, and a genuine connection to Axon's mission to protect life. If you thrive on solving complex problems at scale and delivering technology that makes a real-world impact, this role is for you.

Axon's Enterprise customers depend on technology that works in high-stakes, real-world environments. This role ensures complex, multi-product deployments are delivered reliably, adopted successfully, and scaled with confidence.
As a Senior Technical Program Manager, you sit at the intersection of customer trust, execution, and mission impact-turning complexity into clarity and ensuring Axon's technology delivers when it matters most.

What You'll Do
  • Own end-to-end delivery of complex, enterprise-scale programs for Strategic and Global customers, driving execution from planning through deployment, acceptance, and adoption.
  • Lead multiple high-impact programs simultaneously, maintaining disciplined control over scope, timeline, dependencies, and risk in dynamic environments.
  • Partner closely with Product and Engineering to translate customer and regulatory requirements into executable delivery plans, making informed tradeoffs when constraints arise.
  • Serve as a trusted program lead for customers and internal stakeholders-bringing clarity, confidence, and calm leadership in high-stakes situations.
  • Drive alignment across Sales, PSO, Engineering, Product, and external partners, ensuring teams are focused on the work that matters most.
  • Anticipate risks and constraints early, surface them clearly, and act decisively to mitigate issues before they impact delivery or customer trust.
  • Lead program-level change management, adapting plans as requirements evolve while maintaining momentum and accountability.
  • Communicate complex technical and operational topics with precision-tailoring messaging for executive, technical, and frontline audiences.
  • Champion continuous improvement by identifying delivery gaps, refining processes, and helping scale repeatable, enterprise-ready execution models.
  • Contribute to a team-first culture by mentoring peers, sharing lessons learned, and raising the bar for program execution across the organization.
What You Bring
Experience & Skills
  • 10+ years of experience leading complex technical programs in enterprise SaaS, hardware-enabled platforms, or mission-critical environments.
  • Proven track record delivering large-scale, multi-stakeholder deployments for enterprise or global customers.
  • Program management fundamentals, including scope, schedule, risk, dependency, and change management.
  • Experience partnering cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Sales, and Services to drive aligned execution.
  • Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-moving environments, making sound decisions without complete information.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for executive, technical, and customer audiences.
  • Demonstrated capability managing multiple programs simultaneously while maintaining focus on priorities and outcomes.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills, with a bias toward practical, scalable solutions.
  • Experience identifying and implementing process improvements that improve delivery quality and customer outcomes.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience; PMP certification preferred.
  • Successfully lead complex, enterprise-scale programs for Strategic and Global customers with predictable, high-quality delivery.
  • Operate with ownership and sound judgment, bringing clarity and calm to ambiguous, high-pressure situations.
  • Builds trust with customers and cross-functional partners through clear communication, proactive risk management, and consistent execution.
  • Navigates change effectively while maintaining momentum and alignment across teams.
  • Contributes to scalable delivery practices and raises the bar for program execution across the organization.
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
  • Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
  • 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.

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