About the role

AI summarised

The Technical Software License Compliance Analyst ensures customer adherence to software licensing agreements through technical analysis, audits, and compliance monitoring. The role involves assessing software installations, configurations, and usage to identify compliance risks, providing guidance on licensing best practices, and developing strategies for license optimization and risk mitigation. The analyst serves as a trusted advisor to customers and collaborates with internal teams to maintain compliance across VMware by Broadcom products.

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Key Responsibilities

Review and analyze customer software license agreements to understand terms, conditions, and usage rights
Assess the technical implications of licensing terms and translate them into actionable compliance requirements
Collaborate with legal and sales teams to ensure alignment between technical and contractual obligations
Conduct technical audits of software installations, configurations, and usage to verify compliance with licensing agreements
Identify instances of non-compliance, unauthorized usage, or licensing violations through in-depth analysis of technical data
Generate audit reports detailing findings, recommendations, and remediation plans for addressing compliance issues
Advise customers on license entitlement definitions and acceptable use
Analyze usage data to identify opportunities for license optimization, cost savings, potential compliance issues, and risk mitigation
Collaborate with stakeholders to implement usage optimization strategies and ensure efficient license utilization
Act as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries and escalations related to software licensing and technical audits
Engage with customers to understand their evolving needs and provide proactive guidance and support

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred plus 12+ years of related work experience
Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred plus 10+ years of related work experience
Proven experience in technical roles within the software industry, with a focus on software license compliance, audit, or management
Strong technical expertise in software installations, configurations, and usage monitoring across various platforms, data centers, and infrastructure environments
In-depth knowledge of software licensing models, agreements, and compliance standards
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex technical data and licensing terms
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional teams and customers
Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and precision in compliance assessment and reporting
Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Software Asset Manager, Certified IT Asset Manager) are a plus