At Upstart, we’re united by a mission that matters: to radically reduce the cost and complexity of borrowing for all Americans. We partner with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit through technology that’s both radically intelligent and deeply human. The Conversion Engineering team sits at the intersection of product performance and business growth at Upstart, responsible for optimizing how borrowers move through the application journey—from rate check to funding—directly impacting Conversion Rate, one of the company’s most important operating metrics and a key driver of revenue.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics, or a related field (or its equivalent) + 4 years of experience
- Experience delivering end-to-end features across frontend and backend systems, including APIs and microservices
- Strong frontend development experience building customer-facing web applications with a focus on performance, usability, and experimentation
- Demonstrated end-to-end ownership of multi-month initiatives, from technical design through launch and iteration
- Experience working in cross-functional environments with Product, Design, and other engineering teams
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, including base pay, bonus opportunities, and annual equity grants that vest quarterly
- Generous 401(k) plan with Upstart matching $2 for every $1 contributed, up to $15,000 per year
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted stock purchase options for eligible employees
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage, with multiple plan options - Upstart covers 90% to 100% of the cost depending on the plans you choose
- Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart for eligible plans
- Income protection benefits, including company-paid Basic Life, AD&D, and Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage, with options to purchase supplemental coverage
- Paid time off, sick and safe time, and company holidays
- Paid family and parental leave to support caregiving and major life moments
- Family-centered benefits through Carrot and Cleo, supporting fertility, parenthood, and caregiving
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering mental health support and life-centered resources
- Financial wellness resources, including access to financial planning tools and a financial concierge service
- Annual wellness allowance to support your physical and emotional well-being and personal development, based on what matters most to you
- Annual productivity allowance to invest in relevant tools and resources you need to do your best work, no matter where you work from
- Connection and community through team events and onsites, all-company updates, and employee resource groups (ERGs)
- Onsite perks, including catered lunches and fully stocked micro-kitchens when working from one of our four offices, located in the Bay Area, Austin, Columbus, and New York City (opening Summer 2026!)
