Sr. Project Manager, ALPR

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At Axon were on a mission to Protect Life. Were explorers pursuing societys 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 youll 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

Own and accelerate the permitting process for Axons ALPR infrastructure deployments by eliminating roadblocks before they surface. This role turns complexity into clarityguiding customers through regulatory hurdles standardizing scalable workflows and enabling compliant high-velocity installations across the U.S.

What Youll Do

Location:Remote.30% travel required.
Must be within commutable distance to one of our Hub locations listed below
(Scottsdale AZ Seattle Washington Boston MA Atlanta GA)
Reports to: Director Professional Services

As a Sr. Project Manager at Axon you are a national permitting authoritydriving strategy reducing risk and steering deployment teams through the complex landscape of multi-jurisdictional approvals. Youll work at the intersection of public safety engineering and local governmentserving as a trusted advisor for both internal teams and external agencies.

This position demands deep regulatory knowledge exceptional communication skills and the ability to design scalable processes for high-volume deployments. Youll lead engagement with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) oversee national compliance and de-risk field operations long before equipment hits the ground.

Key Responsibilities

• Authority Engagement
  • Build and maintain proactive relationships with permitting and zoning officials nationwide
  • Interpret anticipate and influence local and regional permitting dynamics
  • Act as the regulatory liaison between Axon and AHJs
• Strategic Permit Leadership
  • Own end-to-end permitting workflows across multiple states and municipalities
  • Design implement and maintain scalable tracking and reporting tools
  • Optimize permitting timelines in alignment with ALPR project schedules
• Risk & Regulatory Navigation
  • Identify permitting barriers early and implement mitigation strategies
  • Translate code frameworks (NEC NFPA local zoning) into deployment-ready requirements
  • Partner with compliance and legal teams to ensure documentation and approvals are audit-ready
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Act as a core partner to engineering deployment legal and customer success
  • Provide permitting forecasts and impact guidance to project teams
  • Advocate for permitting considerations during early-stage project planning

What You Bring

• 8 years managing infrastructure utility or construction permitting in enterprise or public-sector environments
• Demonstrated expertise with NEC NFPA zoning environmental regulations
• Track record of influencing internal stakeholders and external regulators
• Certifications such as PMP ICC Permit Technician OSHA 30 NFPA LEED preferred
• Proficiency in GIS CAD Asana and permit tracking systems
• Strong analytical documentation and process-building capabilities
• Proven ability to lead in complex multi-jurisdictional environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Permitting & Regulatory
  • Large-scale permitting leadership across jurisdictions
  • Deep code knowledge (NEC NFPA zoning environmental)
  • Public safety DOT or utility permitting experience preferred
• Project & Process Management
  • Advanced risk management and issue resolution
  • Permitting workflows for high-volume infrastructure rollouts
  • Proficiency in tools like Smartsheet Excel and Asana
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Skilled communicator across technical and government audiences
  • Able to secure buy-in and resolve conflicts with AHJs
• Cross-Functional Execution
  • Success collaborating across engineering legal compliance and field teams
  • Fast-paced environment readiness and change agility
• Tools & Systems
  • GIS CAD blueprint interpretation
  • Permit and document control systems

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.

Dont meet every single requirement Thats 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 youre excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesnt 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

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

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