At Braze, we have found our people. We’re a genuinely approachable, exceptionally kind, and intensely passionate crew.
We seek to ignite that passion by setting high standards, championing teamwork, and creating work-life harmony as we collectively navigate rapid growth on a global scale while striving for greater equity and opportunity – inside and outside our organization.
To flourish here, you must be prepared to set a high bar for yourself and those around you. There is always a way to contribute: Acting with autonomy, having accountability and being open to new perspectives are essential to our continued success.
Our deep curiosity to learn and our eagerness to share diverse passions with others gives us balance and injects a one-of-a-kind vibrancy into our culture.
If you are driven to solve exhilarating challenges and have a bias toward action in the face of change, you will be empowered to make a real impact here, with a sharp and passionate team at your back. If Braze sounds like a place where you can thrive, we can’t wait to meet you.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a Senior Director of Internal Audit to lead and evolve our global Internal Audit functions. This role is designed for a high-level strategist who can balance operational efficiency with rigorous independence. Reporting administratively to the CFO and functionally to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, you will serve as a key guardian of Braze’s integrity and a strategic advisor to leadership.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned leader with a proven track record of navigating the complexities of a high-growth, public SaaS environment. We are looking for someone who moves beyond traditional auditing to provide proactive, data-driven insights that help the business scale safely. You are a relationship-builder who can collaborate across the organization to identify risks and implement pragmatic, value-added solutions. You should be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, Agile environment, leveraging automation to provide real-time assurance.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Own the Internal Audit charter and develop a multi-year audit plan. Direct the execution of a comprehensive operational and risk-based audit program that evaluates the effectiveness of business processes and internal controls
- Scale a high-performing global audit team by integrating top-tier internal talent with subject-matter-expert co-source providers. Cultivate a forward-thinking culture that prioritizes technical mastery in AI, SaaS infrastructure, and data analytics
- Building and scaling a continuous monitoring and AI-enabled testing program
- Oversee the audit lifecycle using Jira and Agile methodologies, ensuring the team remains nimble, transparent, and aligned with the velocity of our Technology and Engineering orgs
- Oversee the end-to-end SOX assurance testing lifecycle, including the methodology for design and operating effectiveness testing. You will be responsible for the quality of testing workpapers, deficiency evaluation, and ensuring the technical accuracy of results provided to external auditors
- Partner closely with the Legal organization to facilitate the quarterly ERM program, ensuring key enterprise risks are identified, monitored, and reported to executive leadership.
- Partner with the Technology and Legal organizations on AI, Cybersecurity, and Data Privacy initiatives, providing a risk and controls perspective as we scale our use of emerging technologies and navigate global privacy regulations
- Directly manage the functional relationship with the Audit Committee. Lead quarterly presentations, provide independent assessments of the control environment, and facilitate private sessions with Committee members
- Work closely with the CFO and executive leadership to ensure the audit function supports business velocity while maintaining robust compliance and fiscal discipline
- Oversee the optimization of the Workiva platform to centralize SOX compliance, internal audit documentation, and executive reporting
WHO YOU ARE
- 12+ years of progressive experience in Internal Audit, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within a public SaaS company or Big 4 firm
- Proven ability to interface directly with Board Directors and the CFO. You are comfortable delivering "hard truths" with professional diplomacy and data-backed evidence
- Deep understanding of SOX compliance, including sections 302 and 404
- Passion for creating scalable systems and are familiar with AI governance frameworks, and have a vision for how AI agents and automation can be built into the audit workflow to increase coverage without increasing friction
- Proven experience overseeing Cybersecurity and Privacy audits (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) within a cloud-native environment; ability to evaluate technical security controls and data lifecycle management
- Deep understanding of ITGCs, cloud-native environments (AWS/Azure/GCP), and compliance frameworks (COSO, ISO, NIST, SOC)
- Deep understanding of data engineering and analytics tools (Airflow, Fivetran, dbt, Snowflake, Looker)
- Process improvement enthusiast who views audit as more than a checklist activity
- Experience with Workiva is a plus
- CPA, CIA, or CISA certification is required
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, MIS, or a related field
For candidates based in the United States, the pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $158,000 - $237,000/year, with an expected On Target Earnings (OTE) between $176,000 - $265,000/year (including bonus or commission). Your exact offer may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to cash compensation, this role qualifies for a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes equity grants of restricted stock (RSUs) so that you will own a piece of our company.
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**WHAT WE OFFER **
Braze benefits vary by location, and we encourage you to review our specific benefits offerings for each country _here_. More details on benefits plans will be provided if you receive an offer of employment.
From offering comprehensive benefits to fostering hybrid ways of working, we’ve got you covered so you can prioritize work-life harmony. Braze offers benefits such as:
- Competitive compensation that may include equity
- Retirement and Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Flexible paid time off
- Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
- Family services that include fertility benefits and equal paid parental leave
- Professional development supported by formal career pathing, learning platforms, and a yearly learning stipend
- A curated in-office employee experience, designed to foster community, team connections, and innovation
- Opportunities to give back to your community, including an annual company-wide Volunteer Week and donation matching
- Employee Resource Groups that provide supportive communities within Braze
- Collaborative, transparent, and fun culture recognized as a Great Place to Work®
**ABOUT BRAZE
**Braze is the leading customer engagement platform that empowers brands to Be Absolutely Engaging.™ Braze helps brands deliver great customer experiences that drive value both for consumers and for their businesses. Built on a foundation of composable intelligence, BrazeAI™ allows marketers to combine and activate AI agents, models, and features at every touchpoint throughout the Braze Customer Engagement Platform for smarter, faster, and more meaningful customer engagement. From cross-channel messaging and journey orchestration to Al-powered decisioning and optimization, Braze enables companies to turn action into interaction through autonomous, 1:1 personalized experiences.
The company has repeatedly been recognized as a Leader in marketing technology by industry analysts, and was voted a G2 “Best of Marketing and Digital Advertising Software Product” in 2025.
Braze was also named a 2025 Best Companies To Work For by U.S. News & World Report, a 2025 America’s Greatest Companies by Newsweek, and a 2025 Fortune Best Workplace in Technology™ by Great Place To Work®, among other accolades. Braze is also proudly certified as a Great Place to Work® in the U.S., the UK, Australia, and Singapore.
The company is headquartered in New York with offices in Austin, Berlin, Bucharest, Chicago, Dubai, Jakarta, London, Paris, San Francisco, São Paulo, Singapore, Seoul, Sydney and Tokyo.
BRAZE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
At Braze, we strive to create equitable growth and opportunities inside and outside the organization.
Building meaningful connections is at the heart of everything we do, and that includes our recruiting practices. We're committed to offering all candidates a fair, accessible, and inclusive experience – regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, marital status, maternity, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. When applying and interviewing with Braze, we want you to feel comfortable showcasing what makes you you.
We know that sometimes different circumstances can lead talented people to hesitate to apply for a role unless they meet 100% of the criteria. If this sounds familiar, we encourage you to apply, as we’d love to meet you.
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