Governance, Risk & Compliance Analyst at Perplexity (San Francisco, CA)
Perplexity· San Francisco, CA· $200k–$220k·
Role details
Perplexity at a glance
AI-powered answer engine that returns real-time, cited answers, now expanding into an agentic browser and on-device agents.
Perplexity runs an AI answer engine that searches the live web and returns direct, cited answers instead of a page of links. It has extended that core into an AI browser (Comet), an on-device agent (Computer), a developer API, and vertical tools like patent search.
$1.7B raised · latest: Series E extension · $200M · 2025 (reported $20B valuation) · backed by Accel, IVP, NEA, SoftBank Vision Fund 2
Job description
Perplexity is seeking a highly experienced Governance, Risk & Compliance Analyst to join our world-class team. You will help shape our compliance and risk management program. If you are a self-motivated, organized professional with a passion for driving compliance and building customer trust, this is an exciting chance to join a fast-growing startup and help revolutionize the way people search and interact online.
What You'll Do
- Implement and lead frameworks such as SOC2, ISO 27001 and HIPAA. Ensuring compliance with certification requirements
- Ensure and maintain compliance with GDPR, CCPA, CPRA and other privacy regulations
- Design and build scalable audit management processes and documentation systems that will support future expansion to additional compliance frameworks
- Build internal GRC platform and tooling
- Conduct risk assessments and mitigate data security and compliance risks
- Write, update and enact policies capturing security, privacy, and AI safety requirements
- Follow and help shape the AI regulatory and standards landscape to keep the company at the forefront of industry developments and best practices
What You'll Bring
- 6+ years of experience leading engagements in audit and compliance
- Experience translating complex compliance requirements into scalable automation using AI agents and custom built tooling
- Worked in high tech companies in cloud-native environments
- Able to translate complex compliance requirements into clear and actionable work-streams
- Strong commitment to cross-functional collaboration with IT, Security, GTM, and Engineering
- Self-motivated, detailed and organized, with a diligent approach to project completion
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Why work at Perplexity
- Culture & Environment: “Thoughtful support” culture with emphasis on craftsmanship, ownership, entrepreneurship, scholarship, and partnership. Hybrid schedule (4 days in-office) based on location.
- Perks: Daily catered meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner in office), office snacks, ride home program, commuter benefits, home office reimbursement, fitness classes, gym memberships.
- Compensation & Benefits: Competitive salary and equity packages; retirement plans with company match; flexible PTO; holiday shutdown between Christmas and New Year; 12 weeks paid bonding leave; comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Relocation & Visa Support: Relocation assistance and visa/green card sponsorship for eligible roles. Partners with immigration firm to support the process.
- Engineering Excellence: “Technical assessment for relevant roles”; values hands-on contribution, broad skill sets, and merit-based evaluation. Frequent Tech Talks and exposure to greenfield AI research problems.