Senior Technical Risk & Compliance Engineer

Ant International; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaboration within a diverse team

Impactful compliance initiatives

Job summary

A financial technology leader seeks a Senior Technical Risk & Compliance Engineer in Sunnyvale, California. This role involves leading compliance programs, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have at least 5 years in technical compliance, a solid understanding of regulations, and strong analytical skills. Join a team committed to delivering secure and trustworthy digital transactions and driving continuous improvement in compliance processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical compliance, cybersecurity, or a related area.
• Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks relevant to the Americas, particularly in financial technology.
• Proven experience in managing compliance programs and leading cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of technical compliance programs across the Americas region.
• Oversee the interpretation and implementation of regulatory requirements into technical processes.
• Identify compliance risks and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.

Skills

Technical compliance

Risk management

Cross‑functional collaboration

Analytical problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Law, or a related field

Tools

GRC engineering tools

Compliance automation tools

Job description

The Senior Technical Risk & Compliance Engineer is a pivotal role within the Americas Cybersecurity team. This position is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and management of risk & compliance programs that align with regulatory requirements and internal policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technical compliance, a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape in the Americas, and the ability to lead cross‑functional teams to ensure that Ant International’s products and services meet the highest security & compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Compliance Program Leadership: Lead the development and execution of technical compliance programs across the Americas region. Ensure that programs are aligned with global compliance strategies and meet all regulatory and internal policy requirements.
• Regulatory Alignment: Oversee the interpretation and implementation of regulatory requirements into technical processes and systems. Ensure that all products and operations comply with relevant regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, PCI DSS, and others pertinent to the financial technology sector.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with legal, engineering, product, and operations teams to integrate compliance requirements into all aspects of product development and service delivery.
• Risk Management and Mitigation: Identify compliance risks and develop strategies to mitigate these risks. Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory standards.
• Audit and Assessment Support: Manage the preparation and maintenance of compliance documentation and evidence. Support internal and external audits, assessments, and regulatory inquiries.
• Compliance Control Monitoring: Build evidence pipelines, reduce manual audit effort through engineering solutions to ensure real‑time control effectiveness visibilities.
• Training and Awareness: Develop and deliver training programs to ensure that all relevant stakeholders understand and adhere to compliance requirements.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement in compliance processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance the organization’s compliance posture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Law, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical compliance, cybersecurity, or a related area.
• Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and standards relevant to the Americas, particularly in the financial technology sector.
• Proven experience in managing compliance programs and leading cross‑functional teams.
• Hands on GRC engineering experience designing, developing and implementing GRC automations and toolings
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a focus on identifying and mitigating compliance risks.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant certifications such as CISA, CRISC, or equivalent.
• Experience with compliance in a cloud environment, particularly AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Familiarity with fintech regulations and secure payment architectures.
• Experience working in a global or multi‑regional organization.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a global leader in financial technology, committed to compliance and innovation.
• Lead impactful compliance initiatives that ensure the integrity and trustworthiness of our products and services.
• Collaborate with a talented and diverse team, with opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Contribute to a global mission to make digital transactions secure and accessible for everyone.