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Lightspark is building the Money Grid, modern open financial infrastructure enabling instant, accessible, and affordable payments globally. Lightspark Payments operates regulated services on the Lightning Network and is seeking an experienced Compliance Program Manager to lead and scale the BSA/AML and Sanctions compliance program.
In this individual contributor role reporting to the Chief Compliance Officer, you will own the design, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the BSA/AML and Sanctions Compliance Program, including policies, procedures, and governance frameworks. You will translate complex regulatory requirements into compliant product and control designs, working closely with Product, Engineering, Operations, and Design teams to ensure new products and services meet all applicable regulatory obligations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Drafting and maintaining BSA/AML, Sanctions, and other required policies for a regulated fintech
- Serving as a real-time compliance subject matter expert to cross-functional teams during product development
- Understanding and explaining how compliance requirements apply across end-to-end funds flows
- Conducting counterparty due diligence reviews and maintaining risk-based documentation
- Maintaining and enhancing the BSA/AML/Sanctions Risk Assessment and control inventory
- Developing and delivering compliance training for employees and partners
- Identifying compliance, regulatory, fraud, and other risks with proposed solutions
- Supporting regulatory examinations, partner audits, and reviews
- Collaborating with Sales, Product, Engineering, Legal, Design, Business Development, and other stakeholders
On-site attendance at the Los Angeles office is preferred; remote candidates must commit to regular travel to Los Angeles for team collaboration.
REQUIREMENTS:
- 10+ years total experience, including at least 5 years in a compliance management role (BSA Officer, Compliance Officer, or equivalent)
- Bachelor's degree or Juris Doctor preferred; industry certification (CAMS or CRCM) a plus
- Subject matter expertise in at least one of: domestic/cross-border payments, blockchain/cryptocurrency compliance, stablecoin payment infrastructure, or complex financial product compliance
- Understanding of functional and technical design of blockchain, Bitcoin, and ideally the Lightning Network
- Experience with payment systems and US/international payment rails, including compliance obligations for customer onboarding, sanctions, AML, and fraud prevention
- Expertise implementing the Bank Secrecy Act for licensed MSBs and/or fintechs dealing in digital assets, including Reg E, Travel Rule, and CIP/KYC/EDD requirements
- Experience integrating or configuring compliance vendors or defining requirements for internal compliance systems
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to translate complex regulatory requirements into clear, actionable product documentation
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with proven track record in cross-functional teams
- Experience in start-up environments or building products/programs from scratch
- Intense professional curiosity and growth mindset
