Senior Analytics Manager, Technical Lead @ Upstart
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About Upstart
Upstart is the leading AI lending marketplace partnering with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit. With advanced AI tools, more than 80% of borrowers are approved instantly. Most Upstarters work remotely from anywhere in the United States, with key offices in San Mateo, California; Columbus, Ohio; and Austin, Texas.
The Team
The Credit & Investor Analytics team drives AI/ML-powered credit lending strategies. They develop data frameworks, analytics tools, and automated solutions to support insights in credit performance and investor reporting.
Role Overview
As a Senior Analytics Manager, Technical Lead at Upstart, you will lead the design and development of data-driven analytics solutions. You will collaborate with teams across Data Analytics, Machine Learning, Product, and Engineering to improve credit risk assessment and portfolio performance.
How You’ll Make An Impact
- Lead development of credit risk and investor reporting solutions.
- Oversee data infrastructure, analytics tools, and automated systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive data initiatives.
- Ensure data integrity, scalability, and regulatory compliance.
- Mentor a team of analysts and engineers.
Minimum Qualifications
- 7+ years in data science or engineering, with 3+ years in leadership.
- Strong SQL and proficiency in Python or R.
- Experience with data visualization tools such as Mode, Tableau, Looker, or Power BI.
- Expertise in large datasets, ETL processes, and cloud data platforms like Databricks, DBT, and Airflow.
- Deep understanding of credit risk modeling and portfolio analysis.
- Degree in Economics, Statistics, Engineering, Data Science or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with structured finance, securitization, or investor reporting.
- Ability to work collaboratively with Finance, Product, and ML teams.
- Experience in consumer lending strategy and private credit markets.
Location & Time Zone
This role is available Remote, operating on West coast time zones. Occasional onsite meetings are arranged quarterly.
What You’ll Love
- Competitive compensation including bonus and equity.
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
- Generous vacation policy and professional development budgets.
- Employee clubs, catered meals, and other perks.
Equal Opportunity
Upstart is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
Key skills/competency
- analytics
- credit risk
- data infrastructure
- machine learning
- SQL
- Python
- ETL
- data visualization
- mentoring
- automation
How to Get Hired at Upstart
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Customize your resume: Align your experience with credit risk analytics.
- Highlight technical skills: Emphasize SQL, Python/R, and data visualization.
- Show leadership experience: Detail your team management roles.
- Research Upstart: Understand their digital-first lending mission deeply.