Zip Co
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Engineering Manager, Compliance Systems
role at
Zip Co .
As our Compliance Engineering Manager, you'll lead a high-impact team building and scaling critical systems that keep us ahead of financial regulatory requirements. You’ll bring clarity to complexity, drive strategic execution, and foster a culture of excellence and innovation — including unlocking the power of AI tools to accelerate engineering delivery and insight.
Zip is redefining the future of financial technology — building platforms that empower businesses and consumers to transact with trust, speed, and security. We seek technologists who want to move fast and get things right in a performance-driven culture that values integrity.
Zip Co Limited (ASX: ZIP) operates in ANZ and the US, offering point-of-sale credit and digital payment services. We are committed to equal opportunities and an inclusive recruitment process. If adjustments are needed, please let us know.
Responsibilities
Lead the development of critical compliance systems using .NET and Azure, with a focus on underwriting, lending, and financial regulatory frameworks while driving adoption of AI to accelerate engineering workflows and enhance delivery insights.
Champion engineering excellence through mentorship, collaboration with Legal and Risk teams, and execution of complex projects in a regulated, high-performance environment.
Own and lead development of compliance systems supporting how we underwrite and lend (UDAAP, Adverse Actions, Do No Harm).
Design and implement robust backend platforms using .NET and Azure Cloud technologies.
Mentor and coach engineers — fostering a team culture of autonomy, creativity, and continuous learning.
Drive AI adoption across the team: identify and integrate AI-based tools and workflows to increase speed, accuracy, and productivity (e.g., for code reviews, testing, delivery insights, documentation).
Partner cross-functionally with Legal, Security, Risk, and Product teams to convert compliance requirements into scalable technical solutions.
Execute with excellence on complex, high-stakes projects in a regulated, performance-driven environment.
Utilize tools to improve transparency, delivery velocity, and engineering effectiveness.
Create clarity from ambiguity, leading your team through evolving compliance needs with confidence and focus.
Qualifications
10–15 years of software engineering experience, including strong backend and systems expertise.
3+ years managing high-performing engineering teams.
Expert-level knowledge of
.NET
and hands-on experience with Azure Cloud platforms and services.
Deep experience building or maintaining compliance-critical systems in fintech or regulated industries.
Proven track record of implementing controls and architectures aligned with financial compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC 2, SOX, AML).
Experience driving adoption of AI-based development tools, and a strong understanding of their potential and limitations.
Excellent communication and leadership skills — able to build trust across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Bias for action, clarity, and continuous improvement.
Bonus points
Experience with payments infrastructure, BaaS, or embedded finance.
Familiarity with secure SDLC, DevSecOps, or continuous compliance automation.
Background in integrating KYC, AML, or transaction monitoring systems.
Prior experience with tools like Jellyfish, Copilot, Cursor, or internal LLM integrations.
What You’ll Get In Return
Flexible working culture
Incentive programs
20 days PTO every year
Generous paid parental leave
Leading family support policies
100% employer covered insurance
Beautiful Union Square office with a casual dress code
Learning and wellness subscription stipend
Company-sponsored 401k match
Zip is committed to a straightforward and transparent pay structure. The annual base salary range for this position is $160,000 - $180,000. The total compensation package may include a bonus and/or equity, in addition to a full range of benefits. Be aware that employees are in an at-will position.
EEO and Diversity Zip is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. If adjustments are needed to ensure a fair and equitable experience, please let us know.
Additional Information Zip participates in the federal government’s E-Verify program. For more about Zip, please visit our site. We are a 2025 Circle Back initiative employer and will respond to every applicant.
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Engineering Manager, Compliance Systems
role at
Zip Co .
As our Compliance Engineering Manager, you'll lead a high-impact team building and scaling critical systems that keep us ahead of financial regulatory requirements. You’ll bring clarity to complexity, drive strategic execution, and foster a culture of excellence and innovation — including unlocking the power of AI tools to accelerate engineering delivery and insight.
Zip is redefining the future of financial technology — building platforms that empower businesses and consumers to transact with trust, speed, and security. We seek technologists who want to move fast and get things right in a performance-driven culture that values integrity.
Zip Co Limited (ASX: ZIP) operates in ANZ and the US, offering point-of-sale credit and digital payment services. We are committed to equal opportunities and an inclusive recruitment process. If adjustments are needed, please let us know.
Responsibilities
Lead the development of critical compliance systems using .NET and Azure, with a focus on underwriting, lending, and financial regulatory frameworks while driving adoption of AI to accelerate engineering workflows and enhance delivery insights.
Champion engineering excellence through mentorship, collaboration with Legal and Risk teams, and execution of complex projects in a regulated, high-performance environment.
Own and lead development of compliance systems supporting how we underwrite and lend (UDAAP, Adverse Actions, Do No Harm).
Design and implement robust backend platforms using .NET and Azure Cloud technologies.
Mentor and coach engineers — fostering a team culture of autonomy, creativity, and continuous learning.
Drive AI adoption across the team: identify and integrate AI-based tools and workflows to increase speed, accuracy, and productivity (e.g., for code reviews, testing, delivery insights, documentation).
Partner cross-functionally with Legal, Security, Risk, and Product teams to convert compliance requirements into scalable technical solutions.
Execute with excellence on complex, high-stakes projects in a regulated, performance-driven environment.
Utilize tools to improve transparency, delivery velocity, and engineering effectiveness.
Create clarity from ambiguity, leading your team through evolving compliance needs with confidence and focus.
Qualifications
10–15 years of software engineering experience, including strong backend and systems expertise.
3+ years managing high-performing engineering teams.
Expert-level knowledge of
.NET
and hands-on experience with Azure Cloud platforms and services.
Deep experience building or maintaining compliance-critical systems in fintech or regulated industries.
Proven track record of implementing controls and architectures aligned with financial compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC 2, SOX, AML).
Experience driving adoption of AI-based development tools, and a strong understanding of their potential and limitations.
Excellent communication and leadership skills — able to build trust across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Bias for action, clarity, and continuous improvement.
Bonus points
Experience with payments infrastructure, BaaS, or embedded finance.
Familiarity with secure SDLC, DevSecOps, or continuous compliance automation.
Background in integrating KYC, AML, or transaction monitoring systems.
Prior experience with tools like Jellyfish, Copilot, Cursor, or internal LLM integrations.
What You’ll Get In Return
Flexible working culture
Incentive programs
20 days PTO every year
Generous paid parental leave
Leading family support policies
100% employer covered insurance
Beautiful Union Square office with a casual dress code
Learning and wellness subscription stipend
Company-sponsored 401k match
Zip is committed to a straightforward and transparent pay structure. The annual base salary range for this position is $160,000 - $180,000. The total compensation package may include a bonus and/or equity, in addition to a full range of benefits. Be aware that employees are in an at-will position.
EEO and Diversity Zip is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. If adjustments are needed to ensure a fair and equitable experience, please let us know.
Additional Information Zip participates in the federal government’s E-Verify program. For more about Zip, please visit our site. We are a 2025 Circle Back initiative employer and will respond to every applicant.
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