Principal, Equity Compensation

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Axon

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

Hybrid

Posted March 27, 2026

Job Description

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

Axon is looking for an experienced Principal of Equity Compensation who will be responsible for the day to day activities of the company’s equity plans, including our unique eXponential Stock Plan (XSP). The ideal candidate is thoroughly familiar with equity incentive plans (stock options, RSUs and PSUs) and has experience with international considerations and tax implications. As a Principal of Equity Compensation, you will report directly to the Director of Financial Reporting and Accounting Policy and will interface extensively with the following teams: People Operations, Payroll, Legal, Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax, and both internal and external audit.

What You’ll Do

Reports to: Director of Financial Reporting and Accounting Policy

Work Location: This role is eligible to be based out of two of Axon's US hubs located in Boston or Scottsdale 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.

Manage the end-to-end administration of equity plans, including reviewing grants, exercises, releases and cancellations, reviewing monthly reconciliations, and monitoring share utilization with a strong collaboration among Accounting, Finance, Payroll, People Operations, Tax, and Legal teams.
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