{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"d094534d6412db9932b1ece3","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d094534d6412db9932b1ece3","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d094534d6412db9932b1ece3","title":"Internal Audit Lead - SOX Program Office","description":"Location\nSan Jose Office\nEmployment Type\nFull time\nLocation Type\nHybrid\nDepartment\nG&A\nCompensation\n$218K – $327K\n\nWe're here to help the smartest minds on the planet build Superintelligence. The labs pushing the edge? They run on Lambda. Our gear trains and serves their models, our infrastructure scales with them, and we move fast to keep up. If you want to work on massive, world-changing AI deployments with people who love action and hard problems, we're the place to be.\n\nIf you'd like to build the world's best deep learning cloud, join us.\n\nNote: This position requires presence in our San Jose office location 4 days per week; Lambda’s designated work from home day is currently Tuesday.\nWhat You’ll Do\nWe are seeking an experienced SOX Program Office lead, reporting directly to the Head of Internal Audit. This role will be responsible for ICFR and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) program management, managing a team of internal and external co-sourced resources, and partnering with process owners across the organization to drive a strong control environment. The candidate will lead the ICFR and SOX Audit effort and serve as an advisor on matters of internal controls to business teams including, finance & accounting, operations, engineering, and IT business system teams, driving a culture of accountability, risk management, and continuous improvement.\nSOX Program Management Office\nOn-going project management of the SOX program, including overseeing the coordination efforts between Internal Audit team members, third party SOX co-sourced providers, external auditors, and business process owners.\nAssist in annual SOX planning efforts, including risk assessments, materiality analysis, and defining control scope and timelines\nTrack and monitor the status of SOX-related testing, control performance, evidence gathering, and remediation efforts\nMaintain a SOX program roadmap as per the Internal audit plan and aligned with the company’s growth, risks, and evolving regulatory environment.\nOversee and perform the execution of walkthroughs, design effectiveness reviews, and operational testing across in scope areas including Finance, Operations, Engineering, and IT.\nControl Environment and Internal Control Assessments\nDevelop a strong understanding of key business processes and internal controls, including areas supported by technology or automation.\nStay informed on significant changes within the company (e.g., organizational, operational, or system-related) and assess potential impacts on SOX controls and compliance.\nPartner with senior management to evaluate control design and implementation, ensuring scalability and efficiency.\nOversee the identification, assessment, and remediation of control deficiencies, with a focus on sustainable solutions.\nChampion continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen governance, risk management, and internal controls at the company.\nParticipate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by Internal Audit leadership. This role may also involve conducting internal audit projects as needed, helping identify and address key risks while delivering insights that enable informed decision-making.\nStakeholder Collaboration\nLiaison with external audit team on risk assessment & scoping, testing approaches, testing reliance, and audit efficiency.\nEngage with Finance, IT, Legal, and 2nd line compliance leaders to promote accountability and reinforce the importance of effective controls.\nProvide coaching, guidance, and training to control owners and functional leaders on SOX requirements and best practices.\nStatus Tracking & Reporting\nMaintain SOX program status dashboards for reporting to cross functional stakeholders.\nAssist in preparing and presenting status and internal audit reports on SOX program status, key findings, and remediation progress for the Head of Internal Audit, Executive Leadership and the Audit Committee.\nDeliver insights and recommendations on emerging risks, regulatory updates, and industry best practices.\nQuality review and continuous improvement\nEstablish and enforce quality assurance processes for SOX testing activities, ensuring consistency across internal and co-sourced teams.\nQuality review of SOX program deliverables and artefacts including testing workpapers, testing documentation, process flows, risk and control matrices, and deficiency evaluations to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with professional and regulatory standards.\nMonitor adherence to the company’s internal audit methodology, documentation standards, and PCAOB/COSO requirements.\nEnsure SOX results and reports presented to senior management and the Audit Committee are factually accurate, consistent, and high-quality.\nYou\nEducation & Certification\nBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.\nCPA, CIA, or CISA certification strongly preferred.\nExperience\n10+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, or SOX program management, with at least 3+ years in a leadership role.\nBig Four accounting firm or equivalent experience in Internal or External Audit practice.\nDeep expertise in SOX program management, ICFR, and risk-based audit approaches, Internal audit methodology and IIA standards..\nStrong knowledge of COSO, PCAOB standards, U.S. GAAP, and regulatory requirements.\nExperience in preparing executive presentations for senior level stakeholders.\nStrong Proficiency in audit management tools (e.g. AuditBoard, Workiva) and other project management tools (e.g. JIRA)\nStrong proficiency and experience with ERP systems and their impact on internal controls and SOX compliance.\nSkills & Competencies\nProven leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and manage teams, including co-sourced providers.\nExceptional communication and executive presence to influence senior stakeholders.\nStrong strategic thinking, with the ability to balance risk management, compliance, and operational efficiency.\nHighly organized, with the ability to manage complex projects and competing priorities.\nNice to Have\nExperience with data analytics and automated testing tools to enhance SOX testing efficiency and insights.\nExposure to emerging technologies such as cloud computing, cybersecurity, and RPA, and their control implications.\nPrior experience working in a fast-growth or global organization, adapting SOX programs to evolving structures and complexity.\nPrior experience of working with companies within the technology sector\nStrong knowledge of ITGCs (IT General Controls) and experience coordinating with IT and engineering teams.\nHistory of partnering with external auditors on reliance strategies to optimize testing and reduce duplication.\nInvolvement in internal audit transformation initiatives, such as methodology modernization.\nActive participation in professional organizations (e.g., IIA, ISACA) and staying current on regulatory and industry trends.\nSalary Range Information\nThe annual salary range for this position has been set based on market data and other factors. However, a salary higher or lower than this range may be appropriate for a candidate whose qualifications differ meaningfully from those listed in the job description.\n\nAbout Lambda\nFounded in 2012, ~400 employees (2025) and growing fast\nWe offer generous cash & equity compensation\nOur investors include Andra Capital, SGW, Andrej Karpathy, ARK Invest, Fincadia Advisors, G Squared, In-Q-Tel (IQT), KHK & Partners, NVIDIA, Pegatron, Supermicro, Wistron, Wiwynn, US Innovative Technology, Gradient Ventures, Mercato Partners, SVB, 1517, Crescent Cove.\nWe are experiencing extremely high demand for our systems, with quarter over quarter, year over year profitability\nOur research papers have been accepted into top machine learning and graphics conferences, including NeurIPS, ICCV, SIGGRAPH, and TOG\nHealth, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents\nWellness and Commuter stipends for select roles\n401k Plan with 2% company match (USA employees)\nFlexible Paid Time Off Plan that we all actually use\nA Final Note:\nYou do not need to match all of the listed expectations to apply for this position. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nLambda is an Equal Opportunity employer. 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The labs pushing the edge? They run on Lambda. Our gear trains and serves their models, our infrastructure scales with them, and we move fast to keep up. If you want to work on massive, world-changing AI deployments with people who love action and hard problems, we're the place to be.\n\nIf you'd like to build the world's best deep learning cloud, join us.\n\nNote: This position requires presence in our San Jose office location 4 days per week; Lambda’s designated work from home day is currently Tuesday.\nWhat You’ll Do\nWe are seeking an experienced SOX Program Office lead, reporting directly to the Head of Internal Audit. This role will be responsible for ICFR and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) program management, managing a team of internal and external co-sourced resources, and partnering with process owners across the organization to drive a strong control environment. The candidate will lead the ICFR and SOX Audit effort and serve as an advisor on matters of internal controls to business teams including, finance & accounting, operations, engineering, and IT business system teams, driving a culture of accountability, risk management, and continuous improvement.\nSOX Program Management Office\nOn-going project management of the SOX program, including overseeing the coordination efforts between Internal Audit team members, third party SOX co-sourced providers, external auditors, and business process owners.\nAssist in annual SOX planning efforts, including risk assessments, materiality analysis, and defining control scope and timelines\nTrack and monitor the status of SOX-related testing, control performance, evidence gathering, and remediation efforts\nMaintain a SOX program roadmap as per the Internal audit plan and aligned with the company’s growth, risks, and evolving regulatory environment.\nOversee and perform the execution of walkthroughs, design effectiveness reviews, and operational testing across in scope areas including Finance, Operations, Engineering, and IT.\nControl Environment and Internal Control Assessments\nDevelop a strong understanding of key business processes and internal controls, including areas supported by technology or automation.\nStay informed on significant changes within the company (e.g., organizational, operational, or system-related) and assess potential impacts on SOX controls and compliance.\nPartner with senior management to evaluate control design and implementation, ensuring scalability and efficiency.\nOversee the identification, assessment, and remediation of control deficiencies, with a focus on sustainable solutions.\nChampion continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen governance, risk management, and internal controls at the company.\nParticipate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by Internal Audit leadership. This role may also involve conducting internal audit projects as needed, helping identify and address key risks while delivering insights that enable informed decision-making.\nStakeholder Collaboration\nLiaison with external audit team on risk assessment & scoping, testing approaches, testing reliance, and audit efficiency.\nEngage with Finance, IT, Legal, and 2nd line compliance leaders to promote accountability and reinforce the importance of effective controls.\nProvide coaching, guidance, and training to control owners and functional leaders on SOX requirements and best practices.\nStatus Tracking & Reporting\nMaintain SOX program status dashboards for reporting to cross functional stakeholders.\nAssist in preparing and presenting status and internal audit reports on SOX program status, key findings, and remediation progress for the Head of Internal Audit, Executive Leadership and the Audit Committee.\nDeliver insights and recommendations on emerging risks, regulatory updates, and industry best practices.\nQuality review and continuous improvement\nEstablish and enforce quality assurance processes for SOX testing activities, ensuring consistency across internal and co-sourced teams.\nQuality review of SOX program deliverables and artefacts including testing workpapers, testing documentation, process flows, risk and control matrices, and deficiency evaluations to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with professional and regulatory standards.\nMonitor adherence to the company’s internal audit methodology, documentation standards, and PCAOB/COSO requirements.\nEnsure SOX results and reports presented to senior management and the Audit Committee are factually accurate, consistent, and high-quality.\nYou\nEducation & Certification\nBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.\nCPA, CIA, or CISA certification strongly preferred.\nExperience\n10+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, or SOX program management, with at least 3+ years in a leadership role.\nBig Four accounting firm or equivalent experience in Internal or External Audit practice.\nDeep expertise in SOX program management, ICFR, and risk-based audit approaches, Internal audit methodology and IIA standards..\nStrong knowledge of COSO, PCAOB standards, U.S. GAAP, and regulatory requirements.\nExperience in preparing executive presentations for senior level stakeholders.\nStrong Proficiency in audit management tools (e.g. AuditBoard, Workiva) and other project management tools (e.g. JIRA)\nStrong proficiency and experience with ERP systems and their impact on internal controls and SOX compliance.\nSkills & Competencies\nProven leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and manage teams, including co-sourced providers.\nExceptional communication and executive presence to influence senior stakeholders.\nStrong strategic thinking, with the ability to balance risk management, compliance, and operational efficiency.\nHighly organized, with the ability to manage complex projects and competing priorities.\nNice to Have\nExperience with data analytics and automated testing tools to enhance SOX testing efficiency and insights.\nExposure to emerging technologies such as cloud computing, cybersecurity, and RPA, and their control implications.\nPrior experience working in a fast-growth or global organization, adapting SOX programs to evolving structures and complexity.\nPrior experience of working with companies within the technology sector\nStrong knowledge of ITGCs (IT General Controls) and experience coordinating with IT and engineering teams.\nHistory of partnering with external auditors on reliance strategies to optimize testing and reduce duplication.\nInvolvement in internal audit transformation initiatives, such as methodology modernization.\nActive participation in professional organizations (e.g., IIA, ISACA) and staying current on regulatory and industry trends.\nSalary Range Information\nThe annual salary range for this position has been set based on market data and other factors. However, a salary higher or lower than this range may be appropriate for a candidate whose qualifications differ meaningfully from those listed in the job description.\n\nAbout Lambda\nFounded in 2012, ~400 employees (2025) and growing fast\nWe offer generous cash & equity compensation\nOur investors include Andra Capital, SGW, Andrej Karpathy, ARK Invest, Fincadia Advisors, G Squared, In-Q-Tel (IQT), KHK & Partners, NVIDIA, Pegatron, Supermicro, Wistron, Wiwynn, US Innovative Technology, Gradient Ventures, Mercato Partners, SVB, 1517, Crescent Cove.\nWe are experiencing extremely high demand for our systems, with quarter over quarter, year over year profitability\nOur research papers have been accepted into top machine learning and graphics conferences, including NeurIPS, ICCV, SIGGRAPH, and TOG\nHealth, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents\nWellness and Commuter stipends for select roles\n401k Plan with 2% company match (USA employees)\nFlexible Paid Time Off Plan that we all actually use\nA Final Note:\nYou do not need to match all of the listed expectations to apply for this position. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nLambda is an Equal Opportunity employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation and identity, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other factors prohibited by local, state, or federal law.","datePosted":"2026-04-14T10:21:16.677Z","dateModified":"2026-04-14T10:21:16.677Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Lambda","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"San Jose","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"d094534d6412db9932b1ece3"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d094534d6412db9932b1ece3"}}