Staff Data Analyst - Remote

Overview

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. More than two-thirds of Upstart loans are approved instantly and are fully automated.

In Short

• Lead the development of analytical capabilities to support various business areas and drive efficiency improvements.
• Build and deliver regular executive-level updates, incorporating data trends and actionable insights.
• Partner with cross functional teams to provide data-driven recommendations.
• Build forecasting models to determine business needs.
• Develop data infrastructure, including pipelines and self-service reporting tools, to support decision-making.

Requirements

• Degree in a quantitative field such as Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or Data Science.
• 8+ years of experience in analytical roles within technology, finance, or related industries.
• Proficiency in Python/R, SQL, and spreadsheet tools (e.g., Excel, Google Sheets).
• Experience working with large datasets, unstructured data, and building data pipelines using tools like Databricks, DBT, Snowflake, Redshift, Looker, Tableau, or Mode.
• Experience building forecasting models.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to derive actionable insights and present them effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation (base + bonus & equity).
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart.
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to $4,500 and immediate vesting and after-tax savings.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Life and disability insurance.
• Generous holiday, vacation, sick and safety leave.
• Supportive parental, family care, and military leave programs.
• Annual wellness, technology & ergonomic reimbursement programs.
• Social activities including team events and onsites, all-company updates, employee resource groups (ERGs), and other interest groups such as book clubs, fitness, investing, and volunteering.
• Catered lunches + snacks & drinks when working in offices.