Compliance Testing and Monitoring Specialist, Robinhood
$82-97k
Offers bonus and equity
More information about location
Commission-free stock trading & investing app
Be an early applicant
Commission-free stock trading & investing app
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
$82-97k
Offers bonus and equity
More information about location
1001+ employees
Company mission
To democratize finance for all.
Role
Who you are
- A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field, alongside 3 years of experience in Audit, Risk Management, Compliance, or Quality Assurance
- Deep familiarity with financial regulatory frameworks and policy management, ideally within FinTech, financial services, or another highly regulated industry
- Strong analytical problem-solving skills with a proven ability to analyze complex data sets, validate data ingestion, and translate findings into actionable insights
- Demonstrated client-facing experience, with the ability to effectively present findings, address inquiries, and ensure the successful delivery of critical reports and deliverables
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to articulate complex compliance issues to diverse audiences, paired with proficiency in issue-tracking software, reporting tools, and testing frameworks
- If you’re ready to give 100% in helping us achieve our mission—we’d love to have you apply even if you feel unsure about whether you meet every single requirement in this posting
What the job involves
- The Testing & Monitoring team’s mission is to ensure operational excellence and regulatory compliance by rigorously evaluating internal controls, operational processes, and systems
- We strive to proactively identify risks, validate data integrity, and drive remediation efforts to maintain the highest standards of quality across the organization
- As a Testing and Monitoring Specialist, you will blend the evaluation of internal controls with the technical focus of quality assurance to ensure our products and systems function flawlessly
- You will design and execute comprehensive tests, manage complex data validations, and collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues and uphold strict industry regulations
- Design, implement, and execute comprehensive control testing programs to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and ensure adherence to complex regulatory requirements
- Oversee the ingestion of complex data streams, conducting rigorous QA reviews and validation checks to confirm accuracy, completeness, and functional integrity
- Monitor supervisory oversight to verify that designated supervisors are actively executing their required reviews and approvals in accordance with internal policies
- Investigate system anomalies, clearly document defects, and partner with engineering and product teams to quickly triage and resolve operational issues
- Develop, track, and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and prepare comprehensive reports for senior leadership and external partner
Our take
For years, traditional brokers ruled the share trading realm, charging hefty fees that locked out everyday investors. Robinhood emerged as a disruptor, offering commission-free trading and opening the door to a new generation. Since then, expectations have continued to evolve, with investors looking not just to lower costs, but for simpler tools, clearer information, and guidance that makes the market easier to understand.
Robinhood was built to meet those changing expectations, designed from the start as a mobile-first platform that makes investor more accessible and less intimidating for people at every stage of their financial journey. Through its app, users can trade stocks and other financial instruments while benefiting from a clean interface and built-in educational support, helping them move from curiosity to confidence without unnecessary complexity.
Recently, Robinhood has strenghtned its impact too, particularly in the UK. With the launch of AI-powered Digests within its Robinhood Cortex assistant that helps users understand what's driving stock movements in plain English, while upcoming options trading and expanded educational resources add flexibility and depth. Together, these steps position Robinhood as a platform evolving alongside its users, blending technology and education to stay ahead in an ever-changing investment landscape.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Company
Funding (last 2 of 13 rounds)
Feb 2021
$2.4bn
CONVERTIBLE
Jan 2021
$1bn
LATE VC
Total funding: $5.6bn
Company HQ
Downtown Menlo Park, Menlo Park, CA
Leadership
Vlad Tenev
(Co-Founder, CEO & Chairman)Studied Mathematics at Stanford University, where they met Baiju. Dropped out of a PhD to start Robinhood. Alongside Robinhood, Vlad is also the co-founder and Executive Chairman of Harmonic.
Baiju B.
(Co-Founder)Studied Mathematics and Physics at Stanford University, where they met their Vlad and co-founded Robinhood in 2012. Baiju is also the Founder and CEO of Aetherflux.
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