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We are hiring a Director of Technical Support (Dedrone) to play a pivotal role in scaling and integrating the Dedrone support organization into Axon’s Global Customer Support framework. Reporting directly to the Senior Director, Global Customer Support, you will be responsible for building the operational foundation, structure, and cross-functional partnerships necessary to support our rapidly evolving product portfolio at scale. This role requires a strong technical support leader with deep operational experience, a solid working knowledge of drone/robotics or connected device products, a track record of building and transforming teams, and the ability to lead through change. You will shape and implement scalable support processes, drive post-acquisition alignment, and partner closely with Product, Engineering, Sales, Customer Success, and IT to deliver a unified, world-class customer experience.
Job Responsibility:
Define and execute the support strategy for Dedrone’s products, aligning with Axon’s GCS best practices and operational cadence
Build and scale a high-performing technical support team with clear roles, workflows, and escalation paths across tiers
Design and implement standardized processes and KPIs to ensure consistency in service quality, SLA adherence, and backlog management
Execute a roadmap for systems integration (CRM, telephony, tooling) in partnership with IT and Ops, enabling seamless customer and agent experiences
Lead change management efforts to harmonize processes, tools, and culture between Dedrone and Axon teams
Serve as the primary support liaison with Product, Engineering, Program Management, Customer Success, Sales, and Enablement teams
Ensure support readiness for new products and feature releases through proactive alignment with product roadmaps
Collaborate with Engineering to drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for escalated product issues
Partner with GCS Enablement to create training programs that develop technical depth and product confidence across the team
Work closely with training and other support leaders to ensure documentation is accurate, accessible, and continuously improved
Drive a data-informed culture by establishing dashboards, analytics, and operational reviews that highlight trends, risks, and areas for improvement
Monitor and report on key support metrics such as CSAT, FCR, AHT, backlog aging, and escalation volume
Identify automation opportunities and process optimizations to reduce manual effort and increase efficiency
Requirements:
10+ years of experience in end-user technical support
At least 6+ years in progressive leadership positions in fast-paced tech companies
Strong understanding of tiered support models, SaaS platforms, and connected hardware products (IoT, robotics, drones, or similar)
Knowledge of customer support/contact center best practices, including: Salesforce.com (omnichannel), CCaaS systems, WFM systems, Training platforms, and Quality Assurance
Bachelor’s degree required, computer science, computer engineering, or a related field
Strong Linux and networking knowledge and a familiarity with consumer UAV protocols, RF tech, and cloud computing strongly preferred
Proven success in integrating or scaling support teams post-M&A is strongly preferred
Demonstrated ability to lead teams through organizational change and cultural integration
Expertise in building structure in ambiguous environments with a clear focus on scalability and sustainability
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple complex workstreams in a fast-paced, evolving landscape
Skilled at building trust and alignment across Product, Engineering, IT, and Customer-facing teams
Exceptional communicator who can translate technical and operational challenges into business terms and strategic actions
Strong executive presence
able to represent support priorities at senior leadership and cross-functional forums
Proven people leader with a track record of hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing technical support talent
Passion for building inclusive, mission-driven teams that put the customer at the center of everything they do
Able to mentor emerging leaders and foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement
In order to comply with federal law, your employment is additionally contingent on your ability to lawfully possess, ship, transport, or receive firearms or ammunition under all applicable regulations if required
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Nice to have:
Strong Linux and networking knowledge and a familiarity with consumer UAV protocols, RF tech, and cloud computing strongly preferred
Proven success in integrating or scaling support teams post-M&A is strongly preferred