Senior Data Scientist, Upstart

• Advanced degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative field
• 2+ years of experience in data science, analytics, or related fields
• Strong proficiency in SQL for querying and analyzing large datasets
• Experience with Python and data analysis libraries
• Hands-on experience designing and analyzing A/B tests
• Proven ability to translate complex data insights into business impact and strategic recommendations

Desirable

• Upstart leverages machine learning to expand access to credit and optimize borrower acquisition through both outbound marketing and partner platforms
• By developing advanced models to predict conversion probabilities and optimize loan offers, the ML Growth team enhances marketing efficiency, expands Upstart’s reach, and drives significant revenue impact
• These efforts are integral to Upstart’s growth and overall success
• As a Senior Data Scientist, you will develop a deep understanding of our marketing models and their interaction with Upstart’s products
• You will tackle diverse challenges, including designing and analyzing A/B tests, modeling price sensitivity, conducting in-depth data analysis to uncover growth opportunities, and building scalable data pipelines and dashboards
• Collaborating with ML scientists, engineers, product managers, and growth marketers, your work will drive data-informed decisions and measurable business impact
• Design and analyze experiments (A/B tests, causal inference studies) to measure marketing effectiveness and guide business decisions
• Conduct in-depth data analyses to uncover growth opportunities, assess marketing performance, and inform strategy
• Collaborate with engineers to build scalable data pipelines that enable efficient data access and analysis
• Partner with cross-functional teams (ML scientists, engineers, product managers, and growth marketers) to align on priorities and drive measurable business impact
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools to monitor key metrics, track campaign performance, and ensure visibility into marketing effectiveness