AWSAzureCloudDistributed SystemsGoogle Cloud PlatformJavaScriptKafkaKotlinMicroservicesNext.jsPostgresPythonReactRubyRuby on RailsSparkSQLData WarehousingRailsGCPGoogle CloudVercelPostgreSQLCommunication
About this role
Role Overview
Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and business stakeholders to deliver projects that align with business goals
Assist in the design, development, and maintenance of self-service tools that enhance the investor experience
Work with business stakeholders to identify opportunities for process optimization and build solutions that improve business workflows
Develop scalable, reliable systems that meet the needs of both internal users and external investors
Ensure security, performance, and availability of our critical platforms
Participate in code reviews, testing, and the deployment of high-quality code
Requirements
5+ years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on full-stack development, distributed systems, and APIs
Design, build, and maintain scalable APIs, services, and UIs that enable partners to access performance data, operational workflows, and program controls.
Experience with some or many of the following: Ruby on Rails, Kotlin, PostgreSQL, React, Next.js, Vercel, Python
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and deploying applications in a cloud native environment
Experience with microservices architecture and real-time data processing pipelines (Kafka, Spark, or similar)
Familiarity with database technologies such as SQL and data warehousing solutions
Good communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Tech Stack
AWS
Azure
Cloud
Distributed Systems
Google Cloud Platform
JavaScript
Kafka
Kotlin
Microservices
Next.js
Postgres
Python
React
Ruby
Ruby on Rails
Spark
SQL
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!).