Job Description
Job Overview
Upstart is seeking a Machine Learning Model Risk Specialist to ensure that the risk of machine learning models is well-understood, monitored, and mitigated. This role involves collaborating with the Machine Learning team to meet model risk management requirements, producing robust model documentation, and supporting external validations. The position is essential for Upstart’s internal risk management and maintaining credibility with lending partners and regulators.
Technical Requirements
Required Skills
- • R
- • Python
- • model risk management
- • machine learning
- • data science
Preferred Skills
- • PhD in quantitative field
- • 1+ years in model risk management
- • strong communication skills
- • advanced AI/ML topics understanding
- • SQL
- • Git
Experience Level
Entry to mid-level, with a preference for candidates with a PhD and relevant experience
Responsibilities
- • Partner with model developers to maintain model inventory and risk assessments
- • Produce robust model documentation and monitoring reports
- • Provide effective challenge of Upstart’s models and communicate modeling assumptions to stakeholders
- • Collaborate with Legal and Compliance teams to align with internal policies and regulatory requirements
- • Track team goals and perform risk assessments for the model risk management program
Benefits & Perks
- • target bonuses
- • equity compensation
- • medical, dental, vision benefits
- • 401k
Additional Information
- Location
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Remote - United States
- Type
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Full-time
- Compensation
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$108,300—$150,000 USD