Export Compliance Specialist

Top 5 Required Skills

(These are not preferred skills. If the candidate does not have these required skills, they will be rejected completely)

• Proven hands‑on export classification experience.
• Working knowledge of US export control regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the Wassenaar Arrangement Regulations, especially Categories 3, 4, 5 (Part I and II).
• Comfort with multitasking and project‑management prioritization.
• Ability to build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

What the temp must know to perform the required job duties (these are not preferred technologies; if they do not have these technologies they will be rejected completely)

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Share Point

No physical requirements.

• Driving responsibilities:
  None.

• How many rounds of interviews should be expected? 2‑3
• Work Location:
  
  (Pick One) Open to Remote (if San Diego – Onsite)
• 100% Onsite
• Hybrid (working from home and in office)
• 100% Remote (anywhere in the U.S.)
• Shift: Hour/Days of Work M‑F Day Shift

Qualcomm, Incorporated

Legal Department – Compliance – Export Sanctions Compliance Team

San Diego preferred; willing to consider other locations; remote option for the right candidate

Qualcomm is seeking an export compliance professional to assist with the execution of enterprise‑wide export compliance classification initiatives, including emerging and foundational technology controls strategies. The role will include execution, administration, and management of product and technology classifications and database administration for intangible and physical exports. The candidate will join a Global Export Sanctions Compliance function within the Legal Department, and collaborate cross‑functionally with Program Management, Engineering, Human Resources and Supply Chain teams, to execute established compliance processes supporting applicable export regulations.

The role is integral for facilitating lawful business while meeting all applicable regulatory obligations.

The candidate will support key export compliance program elements consistent with export, re‑export, and technology transfer regulations imposed by the U.S. and all key global markets where Qualcomm operates. The position is integral for supporting management and will help with the successful execution of multiple projects under strict deadlines. A successful candidate must exhibit diligence, attention to detail, ability to collaborate across various levels within the Company, handle multiple priorities simultaneously, work independently and in teams, and report output to management.

• A bachelor's degree (Engineering, Computer Science, International Business, Business Administration, Information Technology, or equivalent).
• Previous experience with US export controls and additional experience with Wassenaar and other non‑U.S. export control regulations.
• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of Export or Sanctions Compliance, International Affairs, or related work experience.
• Minimum 5 years' working experience, which includes no less than 2 years' direct working experience in international trade and compliance related fields.

• Export classification activities for tangible and intangible exports, including data gathering, documentation, and preparation of classification determinations.
• Interface with Engineering and Program Managers to evaluate technical characteristics of Qualcomm products to determine appropriate export classification.
• Review and interpret US Export Administration Regulations to assign appropriate export classifications for Qualcomm's products, chipsets, software solutions, and technology throughout the product life cycle (PLC).
• Provide technical support to determine requirements for employees, suppliers, partners, customers, and end users.
• Compliance review of tangible and intangible (technology and software) export transactions in accordance with best practices.
• Support and maintain data analytics, quantitative…