Full-Time

Sr AI Research Scientist I

Machine Learning & MLLM's

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Axon

Axon

1,001-5,000 employees

Public safety technology for law enforcement

Government & Public Sector
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$180k - $290kAnnually

Senior

Seattle, WA, USA

Primary location is Seattle, Washington.

Category
Applied Machine Learning
Computer Vision
AI & Machine Learning
Required Skills
Microsoft Azure
Python
Tensorflow
Git
Pytorch
AWS
Computer Vision
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • A Master’s Degree (PhD preferred) in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, Applied Mathematics or an equivalent highly technical field.
  • Hands on experience in developing, scaling and implementing machine learning solutions using relevant programming languages (such as Python), state-of-the-art deep learning frameworks (such as PyTorch and Tensorflow) and code development and review tools (such as Github).
  • 5+ years of combined academic and industrial research experience developing Computer Vision solutions (such as object detection/tracking/recognition and visual scene understanding) in a business setting.
  • Track record of publications and contributions to the machine learning community.
  • Excellent problem solving skills and ability to dive into data, model architecture, learning algorithms/optimization, evaluation metrics, and testing scenarios.
  • Comfort communicating and interacting with scientists, engineers and product managers as well as understanding and translating the science of AI and Machine Learning to a more general audience.
  • Active learning, learning from synthetic data, and one-shot/data-efficient training of ML models.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience with distributed machine learning and deploying models at scale in cloud environments (such as AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud).
  • Familiarity with IoT/Edge AI and optimizing ML models to run on-device with constrained compute, power and latency budgets.
Responsibilities
  • Drive one or more phases of the ML development lifecycle: shape datasets, investigate modeling approaches and architectures, train/evaluate/tune models and implement the end-to-end training pipeline.
  • Leverage state-of-the-art research to deliver high quality models enabling multiple AI projects at scale.
  • Contribute back to the research community via academic publications, tech blogs, open-source code and contributing to internal/external AI challenges.

Axon provides technology solutions aimed at improving public safety and law enforcement effectiveness. Their product lineup includes smart weapons like TASER devices, body-worn cameras, in-car video systems, and software for managing evidence and enhancing situational awareness. These products work by integrating hardware and software to capture, store, and analyze data, helping agencies respond more effectively to incidents. Axon stands out from competitors by offering a combination of hardware and software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions, which provide ongoing revenue through subscriptions. The company's goal is to enhance safety and accountability in law enforcement through continuous innovation and a comprehensive suite of tools.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$246M

Headquarters

Scottsdale, Arizona

Founded

1993

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Axon's leadership in public safety technology is reinforced by its continuous innovation and expansion, such as the integration of Dedrone's drone security solutions.
  • The company's strong financial performance, evidenced by a 34% revenue increase, indicates robust growth and stability.
  • Axon's new AI-powered software for automating police reports demonstrates its commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology to improve operational efficiency for law enforcement agencies.

What critics are saying

  • The integration of Dedrone's technology may present challenges in terms of operational and cultural alignment, potentially impacting innovation.
  • Axon faces competition from companies like Brinc, which are expanding their offerings in public safety technology, potentially eroding Axon's market share.

What makes Axon unique

  • Axon's comprehensive suite of public safety products, including TASER devices, body-worn cameras, and advanced software solutions, sets it apart from competitors who may focus on a narrower range of offerings.
  • The company's SaaS model for evidence management and data analytics provides a recurring revenue stream, ensuring financial stability and continuous innovation.
  • Axon's recent acquisition of Dedrone enhances its capabilities in drone security, positioning it as a leader in integrated public safety technology.

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Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

Fitness Programs

Mental Health

Pre-Tax Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)

Annual Bonuses

Stocks

Remote Work

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Room to Grow

Leadership Development Program

Learning and Development