Senior AML Specialist, QA

Bybit; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth Fund

Internal Events

Global Collaboration

Career Advancement

Internal Mobility

Job summary

Bybit is seeking an AML QA lead to perform quality reviews of AML investigations, transaction monitoring alerts, sanctions screening, EDD reviews, and SAR/STR decisions across its U.S. operations.

You will verify findings against procedures, regulations, and quality standards. The role includes coaching investigators, developing QA scorecards and calibration processes, delivering regular QA reports, and driving improvements with data, automation, and AI.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in AML, Financial Crime Compliance, or Financial Crime Operations, with at least 2 years in Quality Assurance or a senior investigation role.
• Strong knowledge of transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, KYC/CDD/EDD, and suspicious activity reporting.
• Experience in cryptocurrency transaction monitoring, blockchain investigations, or crypto AML compliance is an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to assess complex investigations and provide objective, risk-based quality reviews.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality assurance reviews of AML investigations, transaction monitoring alerts (On-chain and fiat), sanctions screening cases, EDD reviews, and SAR/STR decision-making.
• Assess investigations against internal procedures, regulatory requirements, and quality standards, ensuring decisions are well-supported and appropriately documented.
• Identify recurring trends, root causes, and process weaknesses, providing actionable recommendations to improve quality and consistency.
• Deliver structured feedback and coaching to investigators, supporting ongoing capability development across AML Operations.
• Develop and maintain QA methodologies, scorecards, calibration standards, and review frameworks.
• Conduct calibration sessions with Operations, Compliance, and other stakeholders to ensure consistent interpretation of AML standards.
• Produce regular QA reporting, highlighting key findings, quality trends, remediation progress, and operational risks.
• Support regulatory examinations, internal audits, and independent reviews relating to AML Operations quality.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by leveraging data, automation, and AI to enhance QA efficiency and effectiveness.

Skills

AML

Financial Crime Compliance

Quality Assurance

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Calibration Processes

Coaching/Feedback

AI & Automation

Job description

About Us

Established in 2018, Bybit is one of the worlds leading cryptocurrency exchanges and digital financial platforms, serving over 80 million users across more than 200 countries and regions. Powered by world-class technology and a user-first mindset, Bybit delivers a seamless ecosystem across trading, payments, wealth management, custody, institutional services, and Web3 - connecting users to the future of digital finance.

Our core values define how we build. We listen, care and improve to create products and experiences that put users first. Backed by a global team of ambitious builders, problem-solvers, and innovators, we foster a high-performance and fast-moving environment where talent is empowered to drive real impact at the global scale. Supported by 24/7 multilingual customer service and a strong commitment to innovation, we are shaping the future of finance through technology, collaboration, and bold execution.

Today, Bybit is recognized as one of the most trusted and transparent platforms in the digital asset industry, continuing to expand its global presence while building the infrastructure for the next generation of financial services.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality assurance reviews of AML investigations, transaction monitoring alerts (On-chain and fiat), sanctions screening cases, EDD reviews, and SAR/STR decision-making.
• Assess investigations against internal procedures, regulatory requirements, and quality standards, ensuring decisions are well-supported and appropriately documented.
• Identify recurring trends, root causes, and process weaknesses, providing actionable recommendations to improve quality and consistency.
• Deliver structured feedback and coaching to investigators, supporting ongoing capability development across AML Operations.
• Develop and maintain QA methodologies, scorecards, calibration standards, and review frameworks.
• Conduct calibration sessions with Operations, Compliance, and other stakeholders to ensure consistent interpretation of AML standards.
• Produce regular QA reporting, highlighting key findings, quality trends, remediation progress, and operational risks.
• Support regulatory examinations, internal audits, and independent reviews relating to AML Operations quality.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by leveraging data, automation, and AI to enhance QA efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in AML, Financial Crime Compliance, or Financial Crime Operations, with at least 2 years in Quality Assurance or a senior investigation role.
• Strong knowledge of transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, KYC/CDD/EDD, and suspicious activity reporting.
• Experience in cryptocurrency transaction monitoring, blockchain investigations, or crypto AML compliance is an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to assess complex investigations and provide objective, risk-based quality reviews.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail and sound judgement.
• Experience developing QA scorecards, performance metrics, and calibration processes is preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CAMS, CFCS, ICA, or equivalent are advantageous.
• Embraces AI and emerging technologies to improve productivity, streamline compliance processes, and enhance the quality of regulatory analysis and decision-making.

Profile

• High integrity with the confidence to challenge poor-quality investigations and maintain independent judgement.
• Passionate about raising operational standards through coaching, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with changing regulatory expectations.
• Passionate about cryptocurrency, blockchain technology, and the evolving digital asset ecosystem, with a genuine curiosity to stay ahead of industry and regulatory developments.

Why Join Us

At Bybit, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching work environment.
Our benefits include:

• Study Growth Fund: We support your professional development and continuous learning.
• Internal Events: Participate in regular team-building activities, workshops, and events designed to promote collaboration and innovation.
• Global Collaboration: Be part of a diverse, international team, working alongside colleagues from around the world.
• Career Advancement: Access opportunities for growth and advancement within a rapidly expanding global company.
• Internal Mobility: Grow with us- Your long-term development is important to us. We offer internal job opportunities to help build your career path.