Senior Manager, Machine Learning

About the role

The Core ML organization at Upstart is seeking an exceptional Machine Learning Manager to lead strategic initiatives and drive impactful ML efforts. This role requires a strong technical foundation and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Dive deep into data and code, contributing directly to technical projects and reviewing code/PRs.
• Lead strategic initiatives in specific product areas like Cash Line, Auto Retail Lending, or Underwriting.
• Build and optimize models for churn, draw, default, and other critical metrics.
• Translate model predictions into clear, actionable lending outcomes.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6+ years of experience developing and deploying machine learning models in production.
• Advanced degree in a quantitative field (e.g., computer science, statistics, economics).
• Proven track record of leading high-impact ML initiatives from research through productionization.
• Strong technical judgment, keen statistical and economic intuition, and comfort with uncertainty.
• Experience with production ML, ability to adapt to new tech stacks, and technical depth.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.
• Proven success building and scaling new ML products from inception.
• Familiarity with lending, lines of credit, or other consumer finance products.
• Hands-on experience with end-to-end ML infrastructure, including experimentation pipelines, feature stores, and model monitoring.

Skills

• Strong technical abilities and attitude.
• Excellent leadership skills with experience developing teams of highly technical ML scientists.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Capital Markets, and other teams.
• Strong project management skills with experience scaling processes and operational workflows.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, including base pay, bonus opportunities, and annual equity grants.
• Retirement benefits, including a 401(k) or Group Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted stock purchase options.
• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and wellness resources.
• Income protection benefits, including life insurance and disability coverage.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and company holidays.
• Family-centered benefits, including paid family and parental leave.
• Financial wellness resources, including access to financial planning tools and a financial concierge service.
• Annual wellness allowance and productivity allowance.
• Onsite perks, including catered lunches and fully stocked micro-kitchens.

Pay and Schedule

The anticipated base salary for this position ranges from $238,400 to $330,200 USD in the US and $220,200 to $277,000 CAD in Canada. Actual pay depends on location and job-related skills, experience, and education.

Benefits

• Retirement benefits, including a 401(k) or Group Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted stock purchase options.
• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and wellness resources.
• Income protection benefits, including life insurance and disability coverage.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and company holidays.
• Family-centered benefits, including paid family and parental leave.
• Financial wellness resources, including access to financial planning tools and a financial concierge service.
• Annual wellness allowance and productivity allowance.
• Onsite perks, including catered lunches and fully stocked micro-kitchens.