Sr. Director, Compliance & Ethics
San Jose, CA - USA
Job Summary
At Bloom Energy our vision for a world powered by clean reliable and affordable energy is more than just a dreamweremaking it reality.
For over two decadeswevebeen at the forefront of the global energy transition pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals electric grids manufacturing facilities and utilities our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxideelectrolyzer(SOEC) technologies are redefiningwhatspossible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Ourcutting-edgesolutions enable unparalleled time-to-power capabilities reliability and sustainability ensuring our customersremainahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm.
At Bloom we thrive on collaboration bold thinking and relentless innovation. We believe that together we can create a brighter more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century.
We are looking for aSenior Director Compliance & Ethicsto join our team in one of todays most exciting role willreporttoour VP Global Head of Complianceand based inSan Jose CA.This is a fully on-site in officerole5 days a week
Role Overview
As Senior Director Ethics & Compliance you will help lead Bloom Energys global ethics and compliance program providing strategic direction and operational oversight across the companys worldwide business activities. Reporting to the Vice President Global Head of Compliance you will serve as a senior advisor to leadership on legal and regulatory compliance risk and ethical business conduct while enabling responsible growth across Blooms global operations.
This role will design implement and continuously enhance and scale a robust compliance framework that aligns with Blooms operational footprint across technology manufacturing supply chain customer installations and service. You will partner closely with Legal Finance Internal Audit HR IT and commercial leaders to ensure compliance programs are well-designed effective practical scalable consistentlymonitored and embedded into day-to-day operations.
Key Responsibilities
Global Ethics & Compliance Program
- Develop execute and scale Blooms global compliance strategy including policies procedures and governance structures.
- Oversee risk-based compliance program design aligned with global regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Conduct compliance risk assessments including anti-corruption trade compliance data privacy AI and other risks.
- Implement controls and monitoring mechanisms to mitigate identified risks across global operations.
Anti-Corruption & Third-Party Risk Management
- Lead programs addressing anti-bribery and corruption including third-party due diligence and supplier risk management.
- Provide oversight of compliance risks in supply chain manufacturing and customer installation activities.
Policy Development & Governance
- Draft andmaintainglobal compliance policies standards and codes of conduct.
- Ensure alignment with evolving regulatory regimes and internal operational changes.
Training & Culture of Integrity
- Develop anddelivercompliance training programs tailored to various functions (e.g. engineering operations sales supply chain).
- Foster a culture of integrity through proactive engagement communications and leadership alignment.
Investigations & Issue Management
- Oversee internal investigations into potential misconduct including whistleblower reports and hotline matters.
- Manage remediation actions and partner with Legal and HR on disciplinary and corrective measures.
Regulatory & Operational Advisory
- Provide strategic and practical guidance on compliance issues across Blooms business including:
- Anti-corruption and bribery compliance
- Trade compliance and export controls
- Data privacy and information security
- AI governance and responsible use of emerging technologies
Program Operations & Reporting
- Establish metrics dashboards and reporting mechanisms to track compliance programeffectiveness.
- Report regularly to senior leadership and the Board (or relevant committees) on compliance risks and program performance.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Legal Internal Audit Security Finance HR and business leaders to integrate compliance into core business processes.
- Drive process improvements that enhance scalability and operational efficiency.
Data Analytics
- Partner with the business to incorporate data into compliance program operations.
- Develop a process by which the compliance function analyzes and operationalizes the data into the program.
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school required
- 15 years of experience in ethics and compliance with significant leadership responsibility in a global organization preferably at a public company
- Deep expertise in anti-corruption laws (e.g. FCPA) trade compliance and third-party risk management
- Experience in data governance and compliance including data privacy and AI
- Experience building or scaling compliance programs in complex technology-driven or industrial environments
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence senior executives and cross-functional teams
- Demonstrated experience conducting and managing investigations
- Experience running the day-to-day operations of a global compliance program such as Travel & Entertainment functions due diligence on third parties and compliance training
- Excellent communication judgment and stakeholder management skills
Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race sex color religion national origin protected veteran status or on the basis of disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable laws for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability who can perform the essential job functions unless undue hardship would result.
At Bloom Energy we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes competitive Medical Dental and Vision plans with a large employer contribution a 401(k) Retirement Plan with companymatch generousMental Health Support services Legal services virtual Physical Therapy access and Fertility & Family Forming benefits.
Bloom Energy is committed to fair andequitablecompensation practices.
FULL TIME ROLE ONLY:The total compensation for this position includes standard company benefits and is based onvarious factorsincluding but not limited to relevant skills and experience.
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About Company
Bloom Energy’s leading solid-oxide platform for the distributed generation of electricity and hydrogen production is changing the future of energy.