KYC Analyst

xAI is hiring a KYC Analyst in Palo Alto and New York, United States. It pays $100k-$135k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on xAI.

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Tools and skills the posting cites include kyc, aml and ofac.
Level classifies it as a mid-level role.
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The role was posted within the past two weeks.

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Perform KYC, sanctions reviews, and compliance investigations for the X Money compliance team.

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KYC ANALYST

We are hiring a KYC Analyst to join the X Money Compliance team on our US program. You will do hands-on case work. You will perform initial (first-line) KYC and sanctions reviews, investigate escalated or complex cases, do quality review of case decisions, and flag trends. You will also help with procedure updates and support requests from banking partners and regulators.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform initial (first-line) KYC and sanctions reviews, and investigate escalated or complex cases
Resolve identity mismatches
Review and disposition OFAC sanctions and PEP alerts
Complete EDD and adverse media reviews on higher-risk customers
Complete KYB and ultimate beneficial owner (UBO) checks on business customers
Document each decision clearly in the case record
Perform quality review of case decisions and flag trends to the KYC Program Manager
Support updates to KYC and sanctions procedures
Support requests from banking partners and regulators

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

1+ years of experience in KYC/AML, CIP/CDD, sanctions screening, or fraud operations at a fintech or bank

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Working knowledge of CIP, OFAC, CDD and EDD requirements.
Detail-oriented, with strong written documentation skills.
Comfortable working a high-volume queue
CAMS certification
Entry-level candidates with strong analytical skills are welcome

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

$100,000 - $135,000 USD

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ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

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How we rate this

KYC Analyst at xAI rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

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Key facts

KYC Analyst is an open job at xAI.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The listed salary is $100k-$135k a year.
The role is based in Palo Alto, CA; New York, NY.
The job was posted on October 30, 2026.
Seniority: mid.
Applications are handled by xAI. Apply on xAI

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