--- title: '2027 US Firmware Engineering Internship at Join Our Talent Community' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/2027-us-firmware-engineering-internship-join-our-talent-community-seattle-ege8np34tfha' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-10' --- # 2027 US Firmware Engineering Internship at Join Our Talent Community - **Company:** Join Our Talent Community - **Location:** Seattle Washington, United States - **Compensation:** $45/hr - **Posted:** 2026-08-07 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-10 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/axontalentcommunity/jobs/7837246003 ## Job description ## Your Impact Contribute to AIoT Device-level Firmware Infrastructure as part of the Platform Firmware development team and advance Axon’s mission to Protect Life. Platform Firmware supports all of Axon’s Camera-based products, key ownership of the Cellular LTE Link, Automated Test Systems for organizational Engineering Excellence, and is always at the fore-front of Innovation with Hardware Engineering for new programs. Firmware development environments primarily include Embedded Linux (C, C++, Golang, Yocto) and RTOS on Microcontrollers (C/C++). Rust is being explored. Solve very challenging Firmware problems while applying Data Structure and Object Oriented thinking to build infrastructure APIs used by Axon’s Embedded Product teams. This role will enable you to elevate your skills to the next level. As an intern, you will have regular 1:1s with your mentor, an experienced engineer on your team. You will get career advice through regular meetings with your manager, who is accountable for developing the careers of their reports. As part of your internship, you’ll get visibility by presenting your ideas, vision, and accomplishments to executive leadership. Work Location This role is based out of our Seattle or Boston 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. ## What You'll Do - Firmware Design and Development of AIoT infrastructure for career-defining new programs that synthesize all Axon technologies in addition to current and next-gen Camera-related products and their accessories - Support Development of Firmware for eLinux-based System-on-Chips (SoC) and System-on-Modules (SoM) - Support Development of Firmware for Microcontrollers - Support Development of Firmware for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth BLE, Sub-GHz, Cellular LTE & 5G, and related RF technologies - Support Development of Firmware for Battery and Power Management sub-systems with a critical eye towards Safety and Thermal Performance - Develop Unit, Integration and Automated Tests and Test Equipment as part of the development process - Support Electrical Engineering with Board Bring-up and Hardware Debugging Support - Collaborate with distributed teams such as other Firmware Teams, Embedded Product Teams (i.e., Business Logic), Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing and Compliance - Collaborate with System-on-Chip (SoC) and Cellular Modem vendors to optimize for AIoT use-cases and key performance parameters - Drive Engineering Excellence and adopt a test and metrics-first mindset - Be a Team Player, Mentor, Strong Communicator and be ready and willing to support the Team when needed ## What You Bring - Pursuing graduation in a Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field at a community college, university, or bootcamp - Experience in programming with C, C++, Rust, Golang and/or Python - Experience with both Kernel and User-space Embedded Linux with exposure to Yocto, OpenWRT or other Embedded Distros for Board Support Packaging (BSP) - Experience with RTOS on Microcontrollers - Basic ability to read Datasheets and Schematics - Experience with concise Technical Writing and Architecture Diagramming - Understanding of Computer Architecture and Peripherals - Understanding of Operating Systems, Concurrency and Networking concepts - Strong understanding of Data Structures, Algorithms and Object Oriented Design Patterns - Effective communication and collaboration skills - Cultural alignment to Axon Company Values: https://global.axon.com/company/values Please Note - Strive for a full 12 weeks - Semester interns: May 2026 – August 2026 - Quarter interns: June 2026 – August 2026 The starting hourly pay for this role is USD $45. The actual hourly 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 http://www.axon.com/careers/benefits. Axon’s hourly pay philosophy is made up of base pay and bonus. The actual hourly 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 $45—$45 USD ## About Join Our Talent Community ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Axon is a public safety technology company that develops devices, software, and AI solutions for law enforcement, justice, and security. - **Entity Type**: Public (Ticker: AXON on NASDAQ) - **Headquarters**: Scottsdale, Arizona, USA - **Founded**: 1993 - **Founders**: Rick Smith (CEO) and Tom Smith ## Core Business - **Primary Industry**: Public safety technology, law enforcement hardware/software, AI-powered evidence management - **Target Customers**: B2G (Business to Government) — primarily law enforcement agencies, first responders, and public safety organizations globally - **Mission Statement**: "Protect Life" — with a specific moonshot goal to cut gun-related deaths between police and public in half by 2033 ## Products & Services - **Axon Body Cameras**: Wearable cameras for law enforcement officers to capture video evidence. - **Axon TASER Energy Weapons**: Less-lethal weapons designed to reduce injury and fatalities in confrontations. - **Axon Evidence (Cloud Software)**: Digital evidence management platform for storing, sharing, and analyzing video, audio, and documents. - **Axon AI Suite**: Includes Axon Vision (real-time video analytics), Axon Assistant (automated report writing), and Attribute Search (AI-powered evidence retrieval) — all under the "AI Era Plan" subscription. - **Axon Dispatch & Real-Time Operations**: Software for real-time situational awareness and dispatch communications. - **Axon Academy**: Training platform for de-escalation, tactics, and technology use. - **Axon Respond**: Mobile app for officers to access real-time information and evidence in the field. ## Market Standing - **Market Cap**: As of mid-2025, Axon is an S&P 500 company with a market capitalization exceeding $30 billion (check current market data for exact figure). - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue — Axon is a public company with growing recurring software revenue; recent filings show strong year-over-year growth (exact figures available in 10-K/10-Q filings). - **Notable Partners**: Partnerships with major city police departments, federal agencies (e.g., DOJ), and international law enforcement bodies. Strategic collaborations include cloud infrastructure providers and AI research organizations. - **Growth Signals**: - Launched "AI Era Plan" subscription bundle in 2024-2025, signaling pivot to AI-driven recurring revenue. - Targeting a 50% reduction in police-public gun deaths by 2033. - Expanding international presence with R&D hubs in London, Tampere (Finland), and Ho Chi Minh City. - Strong headcount growth across engineering, sales, and operations. ## Competitive Advantages - **Ecosystem Lock-In**: Axon’s integrated hardware-software-AI ecosystem (cameras + TASER + cloud) creates a high switching cost for agencies. - **Data Network Effects**: Every camera and device feeds into Axon Evidence, improving AI models and creating a massive proprietary dataset. - **First-Mover & Trust**: Deep relationships with law enforcement built over 30+ years; brand synonymous with body cameras and less-lethal weapons. - **Regulatory Moat**: Compliance with CJIS, HIPAA, and other government security standards makes it difficult for competitors to replace Axon in established accounts. - **AI Leadership**: Early mover in applying generative AI to police report writing and evidence analysis, with a responsible innovation framework to address ethical concerns. ## Strategic Focus - **AI Monetization**: Converting existing hardware customers to higher-margin AI software subscriptions via the "AI Era Plan." - **Global Expansion**: Opening R&D and sales offices in Europe (London, Amsterdam, Tampere), Asia (Ho Chi Minh City), and Australia (Sydney, Melbourne) to capture international law enforcement markets. - **Reducing Gun Deaths**: The "Moonshot 50in10" goal drives product innovation in de-escalation technology, training, and trust-building initiatives. - **Responsible Innovation**: Public commitment to ethical AI use, transparency, and community engagement to address civil liberties concerns. ## Why Work Here - **Mission-Driven Work**: Employees are directly contributing to public safety and reducing violence — a strong sense of purpose. - **Culture**: Axon describes its culture as "sharp, adaptable, and unstoppable," with values like "Be Obsessed," "Aim Far," "Win Right," "Own It," "Join Forces," and "Expect Candor." - **Remote/Hybrid Policy**: Offers a mix of in-office, hybrid, and fully remote roles. Major tech hubs include Scottsdale (HQ), Seattle, San Francisco, Boston, New York, Denver, London, Amsterdam, and Ho Chi Minh City. - **Benefits**: Top-tier health & wellness, financial security (equity, 401k), career development programs, and paid time off. - **Early Career**: Robust internship, co-op, and a two-year Leadership Development Program (LDP) for recent college graduates. - **Engineering Culture**: Heavy investment in cloud engineering, AI/ML, and hardware R&D. Engineers work on products that have real-world impact on officer safety and justice. - **Diversity & Inclusion**: Explicit commitment to fair hiring practices (partnered with BrightHire for AI-powered bias reduction) and building a diverse global team. ## Sources 1. [Axon.com](https://www.axon.com/) — Official corporate site including mission, products, and AI Era Plan. 2. [Axon Careers](https://www.axon.com/careers) — Official careers page with culture, benefits, and office locations. 3. [Axon Culture Page](https://www.axon.com/careers/culture) — Detailed description of values, community, and work environment. 4. [Axon Company Page](https://www.axon.com/company) — Executive team, mission, and company overview. 5. [Axon Talent Community Greenhouse](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/axontalentcommunity) — Official job board for talent community applications. 6. [Axon All Careers](https://www.axon.com/careers/all) — List of all office locations and remote work options. 7. SEC Filings (10-K/10-Q) via [SEC.gov](https://www.sec.gov/cgi-bin/browse-edgar?action=getcompany&CIK=0001069183&owner=include&count=40) — Public financial data (market cap, revenue, risks) — cited as source for public company data. ## Other roles at Join Our Talent Community - [2027 US Embedded Engineering Internship](https://feeny.ai/job/2027-us-embedded-engineering-internship-join-our-talent-community-seattle-eqc8scfzk90c) — Seattle Washington, United States - [2027 US Electrical Engineering Internship](https://feeny.ai/job/2027-us-electrical-engineering-internship-join-our-talent-community-scottsdale-r6ewtjx2n6e7) — Scottsdale Arizona, United States - [Render ATL - Leadership Development Internship 2027](https://feeny.ai/job/render-atl-leadership-development-internship-2027-join-our-talent-community-mhqdj5gsb5bx) — Boston Massachusetts, United States - [Render ATL - Leadership Development Internship 2027](https://feeny.ai/job/render-atl-leadership-development-internship-2027-join-our-talent-community-vvhzjyzcxmwx) — Phoenix Arizona, United States