Senior Manager, Export Compliance

Qualcomm

Actively hiring
San Diego, CA · Washington, DC Posted 52 days ago $141,600$212,400 / year

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TL;DR

Seeking an experienced Export Compliance professional to join the Legal Group at Qualcomm as a key strategic member reporting to the Director of Export & Sanctions Compliance. This role involves classifying hardware, software, and technology portfolios across Qualcomm’s extensive product line, collaborating closely with engineering, product management, and supply chain teams to ensure accurate export control classifications. Responsibilities include reviewing U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) for compliance, participating in risk assessments and audits, and providing guidance on patents and licensing requirements. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of international trade regulations, strong analytical skills, and the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Preferred qualifications include experience with AI and machine learning structures, technical expertise in semiconductor design, and familiarity with compliance software like SAP GTS and Amber Road. This role is pivotal for ensuring global trade compliance across Qualcomm’s expansive product lifecycle and technological portfolio.

Skills

EAR ITAR OFAC CCATS SAP GTS Amber Road AI machine learning cloud computing IaaS PaaS SaaS ERP systems encryption semiconductor design data centers fabrication processes wireless communications high performance computing

What you'll do

  • Review and interpret U.S. Export Administration Regulations to ensure proper classification of products.
  • Ensure compliance with international trade regulations by identifying necessary licenses for various entities.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert in cross-functional teams for export control classifications.
  • Provide technical assistance for white papers, guidelines, and advocacy related to export controls.
  • Support internal audits and risk assessments for trade and sanctions compliance.

What we're looking for

  • 9+ years of export compliance, sanctions compliance, or related work experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Engineering, Computer Science, etc.) or equivalent experience.
  • Deep knowledge and practical experience with U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
  • Strong analytical skills for managing complex technical fact patterns.
  • Ability to build relationships through effective communication tailored to diverse stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of AI and machine learning structures, model parameters, training, and inference.
  • Experience in global trade compliance and cross-functional collaboration across engineering teams.

Market check

Salary context

This $141,600–$212,400 range sits above 48% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$143,000$220,000

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$158,300$219,575

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 239 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

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About Qualcomm

Qualcomm is a leading American semiconductor and telecommunications company based in San Diego, CA.

Qualcomm currently has 564 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $148,300–$224,400 across 531 roles with salary data.

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