Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Senior Analyst, Strategy & Corporate Development
Out in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
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’s Strategy & Corporate Development team focuses on evaluating and executing acquisitions, investments, partnerships and other strategic initiatives. The team also plays a critical role in formulating the company’s long‑term strategic direction as well as in capital and resource allocation decisions. We develop informed positions on big questions that drive the value and long‑term competitive advantage of Axon’s business. We are a small but high‑impact team and are currently seeking a Sr. Analyst on the Strategy & Corporate Development team. You will work closely with Axon’s executive team and key product leaders across the company on high‑impact projects including M&A, investments, and other strategic initiatives.
Work Location: This role is based out of one of our HUB locations 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
Develop deep understanding of Axon’s existing product offering and roadmap, competitive landscape, and broader ecosystem constituents
Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis on potential M&A and investment areas and specific opportunities, including market analyses and financial modeling
Partner with Axon’s executive leadership to formulate and articulate sound and objective theses, as well as determine relative prioritization, for M&A and investment opportunities
Drive end‑to‑end M&A and investment diligence and execution processes, as well as help manage Axon’s growing investment portfolio
Join forces with key stakeholders including Product, Sales, Supply Chain, Finance/Accounting, Legal, and People Operations to perform thorough diligence and seamless deal execution
Help develop seamless M&A and investment processes into a core competency and center‑of‑excellence at Axon
Build quarterly presentations to Axon’s Board of Directors highlighting relevant Strategy & Corporate Development updates and opportunities
Perform ad‑hoc corporate finance analyses supporting Axon’s capital structure roadmap and quarterback execution of capital market transactions
Tackle hard, ambiguous questions with rigor and independence, owning projects from problem definition to final recommendation
Take on high degree of ownership, directly framing and influencing Axon’s most strategic decisions with a “win right” attitude
What You Bring
3+ years of experience at a top‑tier bulge bracket, boutique investment bank, or private equity firm with focus on M&A, investing and/or capital raising
Passion for Axon’s mission to Protect Life and having a meaningful positive impact on society
High energy with low ego and a “can‑do” attitude
Proven M&A and investment process execution experience
Expert Excel skills including advanced proficiency with financial modeling and valuation
Advanced PowerPoint skills including comfort with presenting to internal and external executive audiences
Excellent hypothesis‑driven problem‑solving skills, bringing structure to quantitative and qualitative insights
Adept at quickly grasping software and business technology markets, trends, and dynamics
Ability to work across teams and with external partners to solve challenging problems
Strong understanding of markets, competition, and how to leverage core competencies to create defensible strategies
Experience in synthesizing and communicating complex analysis and ideas with ease both verbally and in writing
Ability to manage, prioritize and advance numerous mission critical projects simultaneously combined with exceptional organizational skills
Competitive salary and 401(k) with employer match
Discretionary paid time off
Paid parental leave for all
Fitness programs
Emotional & mental wellness support
And yes, we have snacks in our offices
Benefits Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.
The Pay Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The starting base pay for this role is between USD 99,000 in the lowest geographic market and USD 158,400 in the highest geographic market. 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 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.
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.
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.
Voluntary Self‑Identification For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self‑identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file.
As set forth in Axon’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
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Why are you being asked to complete this form? We are a federal contractor or subcontractor. The law requires us to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We have a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities. The law says we must measure our progress toward this goal.
Completing this form is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer is confidential. No one who makes hiring decisions will see it. Your decision to complete the form and your answer will not harm you in any way.
How do you know if you have a disability? A disability is a condition that substantially limits one or more of your “major life activities.” If you have or have ever had such a condition, you are a person with a disability. Disabilities include, but are not limited to:
Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally)
Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS
Blind or low vision
Cancer (past or present)
Cardiovascular or heart disease
Celiac disease
Cerebral palsy
Deaf or serious difficulty hearing
Diabetes
Disfigurement, for example, disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders
Epilepsy or other seizure disorder
Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn’s Disease, irritable bowel syndrome
Intellectual or developmental disability
Mental health conditions, for example, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD
Missing limbs or partially missing limbs
Mobility impairment, benefiting from the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace(s) and/or other supports
Nervous system condition, for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS)
Neurodivergence, for example, attention‑deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities
Partial or complete paralysis (any cause)
Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, for example, tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema
Short stature (dwarfism)
Traumatic brain injury
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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’s Strategy & Corporate Development team focuses on evaluating and executing acquisitions, investments, partnerships and other strategic initiatives. The team also plays a critical role in formulating the company’s long‑term strategic direction as well as in capital and resource allocation decisions. We develop informed positions on big questions that drive the value and long‑term competitive advantage of Axon’s business. We are a small but high‑impact team and are currently seeking a Sr. Analyst on the Strategy & Corporate Development team. You will work closely with Axon’s executive team and key product leaders across the company on high‑impact projects including M&A, investments, and other strategic initiatives.
Work Location: This role is based out of one of our HUB locations 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
Develop deep understanding of Axon’s existing product offering and roadmap, competitive landscape, and broader ecosystem constituents
Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis on potential M&A and investment areas and specific opportunities, including market analyses and financial modeling
Partner with Axon’s executive leadership to formulate and articulate sound and objective theses, as well as determine relative prioritization, for M&A and investment opportunities
Drive end‑to‑end M&A and investment diligence and execution processes, as well as help manage Axon’s growing investment portfolio
Join forces with key stakeholders including Product, Sales, Supply Chain, Finance/Accounting, Legal, and People Operations to perform thorough diligence and seamless deal execution
Help develop seamless M&A and investment processes into a core competency and center‑of‑excellence at Axon
Build quarterly presentations to Axon’s Board of Directors highlighting relevant Strategy & Corporate Development updates and opportunities
Perform ad‑hoc corporate finance analyses supporting Axon’s capital structure roadmap and quarterback execution of capital market transactions
Tackle hard, ambiguous questions with rigor and independence, owning projects from problem definition to final recommendation
Take on high degree of ownership, directly framing and influencing Axon’s most strategic decisions with a “win right” attitude
What You Bring
3+ years of experience at a top‑tier bulge bracket, boutique investment bank, or private equity firm with focus on M&A, investing and/or capital raising
Passion for Axon’s mission to Protect Life and having a meaningful positive impact on society
High energy with low ego and a “can‑do” attitude
Proven M&A and investment process execution experience
Expert Excel skills including advanced proficiency with financial modeling and valuation
Advanced PowerPoint skills including comfort with presenting to internal and external executive audiences
Excellent hypothesis‑driven problem‑solving skills, bringing structure to quantitative and qualitative insights
Adept at quickly grasping software and business technology markets, trends, and dynamics
Ability to work across teams and with external partners to solve challenging problems
Strong understanding of markets, competition, and how to leverage core competencies to create defensible strategies
Experience in synthesizing and communicating complex analysis and ideas with ease both verbally and in writing
Ability to manage, prioritize and advance numerous mission critical projects simultaneously combined with exceptional organizational skills
Competitive salary and 401(k) with employer match
Discretionary paid time off
Paid parental leave for all
Fitness programs
Emotional & mental wellness support
And yes, we have snacks in our offices
Benefits Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.
The Pay Axon is a total compensation company, meaning compensation is made up of base pay, bonus, and stock awards. The starting base pay for this role is between USD 99,000 in the lowest geographic market and USD 158,400 in the highest geographic market. 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 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.
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.
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.
Voluntary Self‑Identification For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self‑identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file.
As set forth in Axon’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
Voluntary Self‑Identification of Disability Form CC-305 Page 1 of 1 OMB Control Number 1250-0005 Expires 04/30/2026
Why are you being asked to complete this form? We are a federal contractor or subcontractor. The law requires us to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We have a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities. The law says we must measure our progress toward this goal.
Completing this form is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so. Your answer is confidential. No one who makes hiring decisions will see it. Your decision to complete the form and your answer will not harm you in any way.
How do you know if you have a disability? A disability is a condition that substantially limits one or more of your “major life activities.” If you have or have ever had such a condition, you are a person with a disability. Disabilities include, but are not limited to:
Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally)
Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS
Blind or low vision
Cancer (past or present)
Cardiovascular or heart disease
Celiac disease
Cerebral palsy
Deaf or serious difficulty hearing
Diabetes
Disfigurement, for example, disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders
Epilepsy or other seizure disorder
Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn’s Disease, irritable bowel syndrome
Intellectual or developmental disability
Mental health conditions, for example, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD
Missing limbs or partially missing limbs
Mobility impairment, benefiting from the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace(s) and/or other supports
Nervous system condition, for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS)
Neurodivergence, for example, attention‑deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities
Partial or complete paralysis (any cause)
Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, for example, tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema
Short stature (dwarfism)
Traumatic brain injury
Public burden statement: According to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless such collection displays a valid OMB control number. This survey should take about 5 minutes to complete.
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