Engineering Manager, Compliance Systems

• 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.
• Remote-first opportunity for US-based employees with the option to work in-person out of our Manhattan office 

Start your adventure with Zip 

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.

At Zip, we’re redefining the future of financial technology — building platforms that empower businesses and consumers to transact with trust, speed, and security. In a world where regulation, compliance, and innovation intersect, we’re seeking passionate technologists who want to move fast and get things right. Join a performance-driven culture that doesn’t compromise on integrity. If you're excited about building systems that regulators trust, auditors review, and customers rely on — this is your opportunity to lead where it matters most.

Interesting problems you’ll get to solve

• Own and lead development of compliance systems supporting how we underwrite and lend. Think UDAAP, Adverse Actions and 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 (e.g., for code reviews, testing, delivery insights, documentation) to increase speed, accuracy, and productivity.
• 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 like Jellyfish to improve transparency, delivery velocity, and engineering effectiveness.
• Create clarity from ambiguity, leading your team through evolving compliance needs with confidence and focus.

What you’ll bring to the team 

• 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 if you have

• 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

Zip is a place where you’ll get out what you put in. The newness of our sector means we need to move at pace and embrace change, and our promise to you when you join the team is that you’ll feel empowered and trusted to make big things happen quickly. 

We want you to feel welcome and as though you have the support to be yourself, and care for yourself at work. Because it’s important to us that you make the most of the opportunities you’ll get to grow your skills and your career, and be surrounded by smart, friendly people and leaders that have your back.

We think these are just some of the best things about being a Zipster. We will also offer you:

• 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 dr