[Remote] Staff Data Analyst, Block Compliance

September 28, 2026

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Block is a company focused on economic empowerment, seeking a Staff Data Analyst to join their Compliance Analytics team. The role involves leading data strategies for regulatory engagements, educating partners on compliance impacts, and driving effectiveness in compliance programs.

Responsibilities

Lead data strategy for our regulatory engagements - from ETL development to source data validation to analysis
Connect the dots between regulatory expectations, commitments, and the Compliance and Product roadmaps in order to influence strategy
Harness raw data to educate internal and external partners on the impact of new regulation, policies, or environmental changes to our compliance program and the Block platforms
Collaborate with partners from legal to engineering to inform strategic builds of essential compliance program elements
Establish yourself as a leader in the organization, by connecting insights to action through expert communication and cross-functional alignment
Leverage your subject matter expertise to educate, coach and influence in and out of the organization with a focus on contributing to the overall, long-term success of Block
Lead multiple high-impact workstreams, through ability to seamlessly navigate levels of abstraction in written and verbal communications

Skills

8+ years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 6+ years and a Master's degree; or equivalent work experience
5+ years of Compliance/AML experience
Expert level abilities in SQL and data analysis/visualization tools (i.e. Tableau, Looker)
Expert in ETL development
Proven track record solving large and complex problems without clear answers, using deep and broad technical expertise
Vision to define problems and manage projects in a fast-paced, evolving organization
Experience bringing data to life for any audience through written and verbal communication and data visualization
Impeccable attention to detail and polish
CAMS or other AML certification
Experience in the FinTech or consulting industry or with financial crimes compliance systems, technologies and processes
Experience with automation using Python, R or Prefect

Benefits

Remote work
Medical insurance
Flexible time off
Retirement savings plans
Modern family planning

Company Overview

Block is a technology company with a focus on financial services. It was founded in 2009, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is

Company H1B Sponsorship

Block has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 51 in 2026, 257 in 2025, 253 in 2024, 260 in 2023, 297 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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