Staff Research Scientist - Growth

Upstart

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Job Description

Job Overview

Upstart is seeking a Staff Research Scientist to join their Growth Team, which focuses on marketing and borrower acquisition through machine learning-driven strategies. The role involves building foundational models for 'always-on underwriting' to enhance borrower experiences and optimize credit offers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in machine learning, model deployment, and effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Technical Requirements

Required Skills
  • • Machine Learning
  • • Statistical Modeling
  • • Python
  • • Communication Skills
Preferred Skills
  • • MLops
  • • Product Development
  • • Full-stack Modeling Expertise
Experience Level

5+ years of experience in building and deploying ML models; Preferred 7+ years

Responsibilities

  • • Build foundational models for always-on underwriting
  • • Collaborate with partner teams to influence strategic business decisions
  • • Prototype and test new models to improve borrower experience
  • • Determine data gathering needs for model updates

Technical Environment

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Benefits & Perks

  • • Target bonuses
  • • Equity compensation
  • • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • • 401k plan

Additional Information

Location
Remote, with occasional in-person meetings in the U.S.
Type
Full-time
Compensation
$178,400—$246,800 USD

About Upstart

Upstart is a leading AI lending platform partnering with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit.

Company Size
unknown
Categories
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