Sr Technical Program Manager, VR

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 Senior Technical Program Manager on Axon's VR team, you will drive execution across immersive training products that combine cutting-edge VR with backend services, hardware integrations, and interactive design. You'll own the planning and delivery of complex cross-functional programs, acting as a force multiplier for engineering and product teams. This is a critical backfill role that will restore vital program management capacity and help ensure our teams remain focused, aligned, and on track to deliver life-saving training products.

What You’ll Do 

Location: This role is based out of our Seattle, WA 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.

Reports to: Director of Engineering, VR
Direct Reports: 0

• Drive cross-functional delivery of VR programs that span Unity clients, backend systems, hardware, and QA
• Create and maintain detailed program plans, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies
• Partner closely with engineering, product, QA, and design teams to translate high-level requirements into executable plans
• Establish and manage status reporting mechanisms and operating rhythms
• Identify and resolve blockers early through strong collaboration and proactive communication
• Foster alignment across stakeholders and elevate execution discipline throughout the VR pillar

What You Bring

• 6+ years of experience in technical program management, including 3+ years in software environments
• Demonstrated success delivering complex programs in VR, gaming, or multimedia settings
• Familiarity with game, mobile or desktop development; Agile methodologies; Jira; Confluence; and other program management tools
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder alignment skills
• Proven ability to navigate ambiguity, resolve risks, and drive outcomes with limited oversight

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 131,250 in the lowest geographic market and USD 210,000 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.

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