Director – Trade Compliance

September 26, 2026

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Job Description:

Lead, manage, and grow a global team of 14+ trade compliance and trade operations professionals across multiple levels and geographies
Design and architect a scalable trade compliance program for hypergrowth
Evaluate, implement, and test compliant systems, processes, and procedures, including AI-driven automation and tools
Operationalize export controls, technology transfer/deemed export, sanctions, and restricted-party screening programs
Oversee import, customs, trade facilitation, classification, country of origin, valuation, broker relationships, and duty-mitigation programs
Serve as escalation point for ECCN and HTS classification determinations
Own metrics, KPIs, and health reporting for senior leadership
Conduct investigations, participate in audits, and drive monitoring and corrective actions
Support M&A due diligence and integration activities
Partner with counsel on export licensing strategy and regulatory filings
Collaborate with Legal, Finance/Tax, HR, Engineering, Supply Chain, Marketing and Sales, and Corporate Strategy
Direct and execute risk-based trade compliance training and communications
Act as a customer-centric, business-enabling partner and promote trade compliance and ethics
Travel globally to meet stakeholders, conduct training, and improve processes

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree required
Licensed customs broker is a plus
Extensive, hands-on experience in trade compliance spanning transactions, technology transfer, and tariffs
Deep, hands-on expertise in ECCN/HTS classification and program management
Proven experience managing and scaling a global trade compliance team
Semiconductor industry or related advanced-technology experience required
Strong business acumen and sound judgment
Executive presence and ability to influence stakeholders beyond formal authority
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
Experience managing global trade compliance teams, systems implementations, and budgets
Ability to adopt new tools and technologies
Eligibility to access export-controlled information under applicable U.S. law
Applicants may be subject to an export license review process prior to employment

Benefits:

Bonus and equity plans
New hire equity grant
Annual equity refreshers
Employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back
Family support programs
Mental health resources
Recognition and service awards

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