HR Generalist

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

At Axon, our mission is to Protect Life, and our values shape how we work, lead, and innovate together. We are seeking a detail-oriented and operationally rigorous HR Generalist to own and execute critical employee lifecycle processes across Global R&D. This role is responsible for ensuring data accuracy, process compliance, and timely execution of workforce processes.

The ideal candidate brings deep Workday fluency, strong cross-functional partnership skills, and a mindset focused on leveraging AI and automation to streamline processes. You will serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, colleagues within People Operations, and employees, balancing strategic initiatives with hands-on delivery - always embodying Axon’s values in every decision and interaction.

What You’ll Do 

• Support leaders and projects in execution of global People Operations programs and initiatives.
• Provide front line support to managers and leaders in a variety of ways, including onboarding, offboarding, employee relations, performance management, and special initiatives
• Act as a superuser for HR and compliance systems and steward of employee data; generating and analyzing reports with a high level of data integrity.
• Provide insights and ideas to automate and continuously improve HR processes which enhance the employee experience.
• Coach and advise leaders on employee relations best practices and proactive risk mitigation.
• Lead and embed initiatives to integrate AI and automation into HR workflows.
• Where needed, support conflict resolution, employee counseling, and conduct exit interviews.
• Coach and advise leaders on employee relations best practices and proactive risk mitigation.

What You Bring

• 5+ years of HR Operations, People Operations, or HR Program Management experience.
• Experience leading or significantly contributing to AI, HRIS, or process automation initiatives (e.g., Workday, ServiceNow, Chatbots, or HR analytics tools).
• Strong understanding of employee lifecycle processes
• Experience supporting global organizations preferred
• High attention to detail with strong data governance orientation
• Ability to manage sensitive employee matters with discretion
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional communication skills
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, matrixed environment

Personal Attributes

• Curious about technology and passionate about innovation in HR. Willingness to push the boundaries of the possible.
• Proactive, focused and delivery oriented.
• Strong analytics, familiarity with data analysis; advanced Excel and WorkDay experience a plus
• Understanding of HR best practices, labor laws, compliance regulations.
• Thrives in cross-functional collaboration, embodying Axon’s Join Forces approach to solving challenges.

Location: Hybrid Presence based out of either of our Axon hub locations in Seattle or Scottsdale. This role 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.

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.

Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. 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 https://www.axon.com/careers.

Base Pay Range$69,150—$110,640 USD

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.

Important Notes

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

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Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well-being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work. If you have a disability or special need that requires assistance or accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email recruitingops@axon.com.  Please note that this email address is for accommodation purposes only. Axon will not respond to inquiries for other purposes.

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