About Upstart

Upstart is a leading AI lending marketplace partnering with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit. By leveraging Upstart's AI marketplace, Upstart-powered banks and credit unions can have higher approval rates and lower loss rates across races, ages, and genders, while simultaneously delivering the exceptional digital-first lending experience their customers demand. Our offerings include personal, auto, and small business loans, and we plan to expand into more verticals as our business grows.

Upstart is a digital-first company, which means that most Upstarters can live and work anywhere in the U.S. We also have offices in San Mateo, CA; Columbus, OH; and Austin, TX.

Most Upstarters join us because they connect with our mission of enabling access to effortless credit based on true risk. If you are energized by the impact you can make at Upstart, we'd love to hear from you!

The Team

Upstart is the first company to leverage Machine Learning to price credit, Data is a core part of the company's DNA. As our product portfolio has grown and matured, our data needs have greatly increased.

As the Director of Data Engineering, you will be responsible for building a modern platform that supports the company's analytic needs over the next 3-5 years.

Position Location - This role is available in the following locations: US Remote, San Mateo, Columbus

Time Zone Requirements - This team operates on the East/West Coast time zones.

Travel Requirements - This team has regular on-site collaboration sessions. These occur 5 days per Month/Quarter at one of our office locations. If you need to travel to make these meetups, Upstart will cover all travel related expenses.

How you'll make an impact:

• Partner across Product Management, Engineering, Analytics, ML to define and execute on a data strategy for our reporting, analytical, and ML capabilities
• Work with internal engineering and external vendor teams to build the company's data platform
• Partner with our recruiting team to build a diverse team of world-class engineers
• Coach engineers and managers through career and skill development

What we're looking for:

Minimum requirements:

• BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of engineering management experience and 15+ years overall software engineering experience
• 5+ years experience with cloud technologies
• 5+ years experience with building data / analytic platforms

Preferred qualifications:

• PhD in Computer Science / Data Science / Machine Learning
• Expertise in cloud native big data and analytics platform technologies
• A track record of attracting and developing world-class engineering talent
• Excellent communication skills: verbal and written
• Well versed in agile development methodologies
• Comfortable working with remote teams across all US timezones
• Interest in being part of a dynamic and fast paced environment

What you'll love:

• Competitive Compensation (base + bonus & equity)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Personal Development and Technology & Ergonomic Budgets
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• Clubs and Activities (Game Nights, Fitstarters, Superwomen, Book Club, Investing Club, Money Discussions, Photography Club and Basketball teams)
• Generous vacation policy
• 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Catered lunches + snacks & drinks

At Upstart, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. The anticipated base salary for this position is expected to be within this range: $190,400 - $280,000. Your actual base pay will depend on your geographic location–with our "digital first" philosophy, Upstart uses compensation regions that vary depending on location. Individual pay is also determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. In addition, Upstart provides employees with target bonuses, equity compensation, and generous benefits packages (including medical, dental, vision, and 401k). Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure.

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Upstart is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to ensuring that underrepresented classes receive better access to affordable credit, and are just as committed to embracing diversity and inclusion in our hiring practices. We celebrate all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and know that we can only become better together.

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