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Product Support Analyst

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Upgrade

Upgrade

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides loans, credit cards, and rewards

Data & Analytics
Fintech
Financial Services

Junior, Mid

Phoenix, AZ, USA

Category
Customer Experience
Customer Support
Customer Success & Support
Requirements
  • 2+ years of Product Support Analysis experience
  • Strong passion for delivering customer-centric outcomes.
  • Critical thinking skills to recommend original and productive ideas.
  • Strong understanding and applied use of SQL.
  • Ability to synthesize complex data into actionable goals.
  • Ability to discern system, user error, procedural and product-related issues.
  • Ability to field product related questions across Operations.
  • Ability to learn data and system tools for troubleshooting.
Responsibilities
  • Identifying root cause of issues and customer pain points through our platform’s core services.
  • Monitor key systems for Upgrade across operational areas including verifications, servicing, and customer support.
  • Gather anecdotal and quantitative data across Upgrade’s proprietary back-end tools and third party system integrations.
  • Work closely with the operations and product teams to identify, troubleshoot and route issues across different areas.
  • Collaborate with customer experience teams to understand and create user stories to provide feedback to product teams.
  • Act as the operational subject matter expert for Upgrade’s proprietary back-end tools.
  • Responsible for incident management and escalation of issues related to our internal platform.
  • Communicate in person with customer-facing teams regarding improvement opportunities and incident response.

Upgrade offers personal loans, credit cards, and rewards checking accounts to help individuals manage their finances. Their personal loans allow borrowing up to $50,000 with fixed rates and no prepayment penalties, while the Upgrade Card provides cash back rewards on various spending categories. What makes Upgrade different is its focus on affordability and user-friendly features, attracting customers looking for flexible credit solutions. The company's goal is to promote responsible financial behavior and support long-term financial health through accessible credit options.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$357.2M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

20%

1 year growth

27%

2 year growth

51%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Upgrade's rapid growth and expansion into new markets, such as auto loans and home improvement financing, indicate strong business momentum and opportunities for career advancement.
  • The launch of the Secured OneCard opens up new customer segments, providing a pathway for individuals with little or no credit history to build their credit responsibly.
  • The company's significant investment in new office space in Irvine, California, reflects its commitment to scaling operations and expanding its workforce.

What critics are saying

  • The crowded fintech market means Upgrade must continuously innovate to maintain its competitive edge and customer base.
  • Expansion into new product lines, such as auto loans, carries the risk of operational challenges and potential regulatory scrutiny.

What makes Upgrade unique

  • Upgrade offers a unique combination of personal loans, credit cards, and rewards checking accounts, providing a comprehensive suite of financial products that cater to various consumer needs.
  • Their focus on affordability and flexibility, such as no prepayment penalties on loans and competitive cash back rewards, sets them apart from traditional financial institutions.
  • The partnership with FairPlay to incorporate Fairness-as-a-Service solutions enhances their commitment to fair lending practices, distinguishing them in the fintech space.