Internal Audit Lead - SOX Program Office

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*Note: This position requires presence in our San Jose office location 4 days per week; Lambda’s designated work from home day is currently Tuesday.

What You’ll Do

We are seeking an experienced SOX Program Office lead, reporting directly to the Head of Internal Audit. This role will be responsible for ICFR and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) program management, managing a team of internal and external co-sourced resources, and partnering with process owners across the organization to drive a strong control environment. The candidate will lead the ICFR and SOX Audit effort and serve as an advisor on matters of internal controls to business teams including, finance & accounting, operations, engineering, and IT business system teams, driving a culture of accountability, risk management, and continuous improvement.

• SOX Program Management Office

  • On-going project management of the SOX program, including overseeing the coordination efforts between Internal Audit team members, third party SOX co-sourced providers, external auditors, and business process owners.

  • Assist in annual SOX planning efforts, including risk assessments, materiality analysis, and defining control scope and timelines

  • Track and monitor the status of SOX-related testing, control performance, evidence gathering, and remediation efforts

  • Maintain a SOX program roadmap as per the Internal audit plan and aligned with the company’s growth, risks, and evolving regulatory environment.

  • Oversee and perform the execution of walkthroughs, design effectiveness reviews, and operational testing across in scope areas including Finance, Operations, Engineering, and IT.

• Control Environment and Internal Control Assessments

  • Develop a strong understanding of key business processes and internal controls, including areas supported by technology or automation.

  • Stay informed on significant changes within the company (e.g., organizational, operational, or system-related) and assess potential impacts on SOX controls and compliance.

  • Partner with senior management to evaluate control design and implementation, ensuring scalability and efficiency.

  • Oversee the identification, assessment, and remediation of control deficiencies, with a focus on sustainable solutions.

  • Champion continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen governance, risk management, and internal controls at the company.

  • Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by Internal Audit leadership. This role may also involve conducting internal audit projects as needed, helping identify and address key risks while delivering insights that enable informed decision-making.

• Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Liaison with external audit team on risk assessment & scoping, testing approaches, testing reliance, and audit efficiency.

  • Engage with Finance, IT, Legal, and 2nd line compliance leaders to promote accountability and reinforce the importance of effective controls.

  • Provide coaching, guidance, and training to control owners and functional leaders on SOX requirements and best practices.

• Status Tracking & Reporting

  • Maintain SOX program status dashboards for reporting to cross functional stakeholders.

  • Assist in preparing and presenting status and internal audit reports on SOX program status, key findings, and remediation progress for the Head of Internal Audit, Executive Leadership and the Audit Committee.

  • Deliver insights and recommendations on emerging risks, regulatory updates, and industry best practices.

• Quality review and continuous improvement

  • Establish and enforce quality assurance processes for SOX testing activities, ensuring consistency across internal and co-sourced teams.

  • Quality review of SOX program deliverables and artefacts including testing workpapers, testing documentation, process flows, risk and control matrices, and deficiency evaluations to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with professional and regulatory standards.

  • Monitor adherence to the company’s internal audit methodology, documentation standards, and PCAOB/COSO requirements.

  • Ensure SOX results and reports presented to senior management and the Audit Committee are factually accurate, consistent, and high-quality.

You

• Education & Certification

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.

  • CPA, CIA, or CISA certification strongly preferred.

• Experience

  • 10+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, or SOX program management, with at least 3+ years in a leadership role.

  • Big Four accounting firm or equivalent experience in Internal or External Audit practice.

  • Deep expertise in SOX program management, ICFR, and risk-based audit approaches, Internal audit methodology and IIA standards..

  • Strong knowledge of COSO, PCAOB standards, U.S. GAAP, and regulatory requirements.

  • Experience in preparing executive presentations for senior level stakeholders.

  • Strong Proficiency in audit management tools (e.g. AuditBoard, Workiva) and other project management tools (e.g. JIRA)

  • Strong proficiency and experience with ERP systems and their impact on internal controls and SOX compliance.

• Skills & Competencies

  • Proven leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and manage teams, including co-sourced providers.

  • Exceptional communication and executive presence to influence senior stakeholders.

  • Strong strategic thinking, with the ability to balance risk management, compliance, and operational efficiency.

  • Highly organized, with the ability to manage complex projects and competing priorities.

Nice to Have

• Experience with data analytics and automated testing tools to enhance SOX testing efficiency and insights.

• Exposure to emerging technologies such as cloud computing, cybersecurity, and RPA, and their control implications.

• Prior experience working in a fast-growth or global organization, adapting SOX programs to evolving structures and complexity.

• Prior experience of working with companies within the technology sector

• Strong knowledge of ITGCs (IT General Controls) and experience coordinating with IT and engineering teams.

• History of partnering with external auditors on reliance strategies to optimize testing and reduce duplication.

• Involvement in internal audit transformation initiatives, such as methodology modernization.

• Active participation in professional organizations (e.g., IIA, ISACA) and staying current on regulatory and industry trends.

Salary Range Information

The annual salary range for this position has been set based on market data and other factors. However, a salary higher or lower than this range may be appropriate for a candidate whose qualifications differ meaningfully from those listed in the job description.

About Lambda

• Founded in 2012, ~400 employees (2025) and growing fast

• We offer generous cash & equity compensation

• Our investors include Andra Capital, SGW, Andrej Karpathy, ARK Invest, Fincadia Advisors, G Squared, In-Q-Tel (IQT), KHK & Partners, NVIDIA, Pegatron, Supermicro, Wistron, Wiwynn, US Innovative Technology, Gradient Ventures, Mercato Partners, SVB, 1517, Crescent Cove.

• We are experiencing extremely high demand for our systems, with quarter over quarter, year over year profitability

• Our research papers have been accepted into top machine learning and graphics conferences, including NeurIPS, ICCV, SIGGRAPH, and TOG

• Health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents

• Wellness and Commuter stipends for select roles

• 401k Plan with 2% company match (USA employees)

• Flexible Paid Time Off Plan that we all actually use

A Final Note:

You do not need to match all of the listed expectations to apply for this position. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lambda is an Equal Opportunity employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation and identity, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other factors prohibited by local, state, or federal law.