**Who this is for** This role is for a Senior Data Platform Engineer who wants to build and operate scalable data infrastructure. You will work on systems for d
Work type: remote
Location: United States | Remote
Salary: $166,900 – $230,900/yr
Type: Full-time
**Who this is for** This role is for a Senior Data Platform Engineer who wants to build and operate scalable data infrastructure. You will work on systems for data discovery, metadata management, and data access, directly impacting how teams utilize data at Upstart. **Key highlights** Join Upstart's Data Curation team to design and build the scalable data platform that powers data discovery, trust, and usage across the company. You'll contribute to critical infrastructure, tooling, and reliability improvements in a fully remote environment. **You might be a good fit if you...** - Have 4+ years of experience building and operating distributed data systems or data platform infrastructure in a cloud environment (e.g., AWS). - Are proficient in a programming language like Python, Java, Scala, Javascript, or Kotlin. - Have experience with data processing frameworks such as Spark, Kafka, or Airflow. - Possess experience designing, deploying, and maintaining production-grade data systems with a focus on monitoring and reliability.
About Upstart
At Upstart, we’re united by a mission that matters: to radically reduce the cost and complexity of borrowing for all Americans. Every day, we bring creativity, experimentation, and advanced AI to reshape access to credit, helping millions move forward financially with clarity and confidence.
As the leading AI lending marketplace, we partner with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit through technology that’s both radically intelligent and deeply human. Our platform runs over one million predictions per borrower using more than 1,800 signals, powering smarter, fairer decisions for millions of customers. But the numbers only hint at the impact. Every idea, every voice, and every contribution moves us closer to a world where credit never stands between people and their financial progress.
We’re proudly digital-first, giving most Upstarters the flexibility to do their best work from wherever they thrive, alongside teammates across 80+ cities in the US and Canada. Digital-first doesn’t mean distant. We’re intentional about in-person connection through team onsites, planning sessions, and moments that spark creativity and trust. And whether you choose to work primarily from home or collaborate in-person from one of our offices in Columbus, Austin, the Bay Area, or New York City (opening Summer 2026), you’ll have the support to work in the way that works best for you.
If you’re energized by tackling meaningful problems, excited to innovate with purpose, and motivated by work that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.
The Team:
Upstart’s Data Curation team builds and operates the data platform that powers how teams across Upstart discover, trust, and use data. The team provides scalable infrastructure, metadata systems, and self-serve tooling that enable analysts, machine learning engineers, and product teams to work with Lakehouse data efficiently and confidently.
As a Senior Data Platform Engineer on the Data Platform team, you will design and build the systems that make data accessible, reliable, and usable at scale. Your work will directly improve how teams understand, query, and leverage data across Upstart, driving productivity and enabling better decision-making.
How you’ll make an impact
Time zone requirements The team operates on the East/West coast time zones.
Travel requirements As a digital first company, the majority of your work can be accomplished remotely. The majority of our employees can live and work anywhere in the U.S or Canada (outside of Quebec) but are expected to spend high quality time in-person collaborating via regular onsites and in-person meetings. The onsite cadence varies depending on the team and role; most teams meet once or twice per quarter for 2-4 consecutive days at a time.
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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 the below range. 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).
United States | Remote - Anticipated Base Salary Range
$166,900—$230,900 USD
What you'll love
At Upstart, our benefits are designed to support your health, financial well-being, family, and personal growth. Here’s what you can expect:
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