Senior BSA/AML Investigator

xAI is seeking an experienced BSA/AML Investigator to help detect, prevent, and report financial crimes. The role requires a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to drive operational changes.

Requirements

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in AML, ideally in fintech or banking.
• Familiarity with financial crime risks specific to digital payments, money transmission, wallets, or peer-to-peer platforms is highly desirable.
• Proven experience preparing and filing SARs, including high-quality, well-structured narratives — strongly preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of BSA/AML laws and regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC sanctions, and related requirements.
• Proven familiarity with local, regional, and international regulatory bodies (e.g., FinCEN, FATF, or equivalent), with practical experience navigating their guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to drive operational changes, manage competing priorities, and collaborate effectively across global teams and regions.
• Strong analytical mindset with structured problem-solving skills, a sense of urgency, and the capacity to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, paired with interpersonal abilities to influence stakeholders at all levels and advance strategic initiatives.
• Quick learner with adaptability to evolving technologies, regulations, and business needs.
• AML-related certifications (e.g., CAMS, CGSS) are preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Annual Base Salary: $125,000 - $150,000 USD
• Employee benefits not explicitly stated
• 401k Matching
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance