Director of Strategic Finance

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.

About Carbyne by Axon

As of its acquisition by Axon, Carbyne has joined forces with a global leader in public safety technology—marking an important step forward for emergency communications. United by a shared mission to help save lives, Carbyne and Axon are advancing the future of 911 by modernizing how emergency data flows to call centers. Together, we’re enabling faster, more informed responses by equipping emergency call centers with real-time video, instant chat, precise location tracking, and other critical tools—ensuring that life-saving information reaches those who need it most, exactly when it matters.

Your Impact

We are building the financial foundation to scale next-generation emergency response technology. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer of Carbyne, this role acts as a strategic finance leader, owning financial models, guiding investment decisions, and helping shape the future of the Axon 911 business.

The Director of Strategic Finance will serve as a key partner to leadership, translating business strategy into financial insight that drives smarter decisions across the organization.

• Build and own financial models that guide strategic decision-making across the Axon 911 business.

• Partner closely with functional leaders to analyze performance, evaluate investments, and drive ROI-focused decision making.

• Translate complex data and operational insights into clear financial recommendations for executives.

• Support strategic initiatives including long-term planning and market analysis

• Collaborate cross-functionally with accounting, corporate development, and go-to-market teams to align financial strategy with business priorities.

• Help move the organization toward a more data-informed, ROI-driven operating model.

• Partner with Product to influence and guide pricing strategy

• Evaluate new business opportunities, including new markets and adjacent TAM expansion analysis

What You’ll Do

• Strong background in strategic finance, investment banking, or corporate development.

• Advanced financial modeling expertise and ability to synthesize complex financial data into business insights.

• Experience working in high-growth technology or SaaS environments.

• Comfortable influencing executive-level stakeholders and cross-functional leaders.

• Demonstrated ability to operate in ambiguous environments and translate strategy into operational plans.

• We believe this role requires someone who is both analytical and entrepreneurial—someone who can build structure while navigating the fast pace of a scaling company.

Work Location

This role is a hybrid role within the United States, with up to 60% travel for customer meetings, training sessions, and industry events. 

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.

Pay Transparency

Axon offers a comprehensive total compensation package, which includes base salary, a generous annual bonus, and company equity.

The starting base annual pay for this role is between $200,000-$226,000 excluding commission, bonuses, and more annually, depending on your geographic market. The actual base salary will vary based on several factors, including level, function, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and location—often a combination of these elements.

Our benefits are designed to support you physically, financially, and emotionally—through life’s major milestones and in your everyday moments. To learn more about our benefits, 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.

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.

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