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Full-Time

Senior Manager

Security Engineering

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Upstart

Upstart

1,001-5,000 employees

AI-powered lending marketplace offering diverse loans

Data & Analytics
Fintech
AI & Machine Learning
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$180k - $250kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity Compensation

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Category
Cybersecurity
IT & Security
Requirements
  • Demonstrable track record as an influential leader, delivering security solutions with multiple stakeholder groups
  • Extensive security engineering background, with expertise and knowledge in infrastructure security concepts, web application security, encryption, and penetration/vulnerability tools
  • Understanding of Information Security policies, procedures, privacy rules & regulations
  • Experience managing multiple and simultaneous, significant information security initiatives and programs
Responsibilities
  • Inform and oversee the development and execution of a comprehensive strategy for application security
  • Ensure that security resources and practices align to business needs, priorities and requirements
  • Evangelize the product security roadmap and seek alignment with stakeholders
  • Manage and report on security engineering KPIs and metrics
  • Help identify Upstart’s internal and external attack surface in a dynamic environment
  • Work closely with our engineering and data science teams to securely design and implement new products and features
  • Establish and mature the secure software development lifecycle
  • Operate as an integral member of the engineering team and advocate for security best practices across the organization

Upstart's main product is an AI lending marketplace that utilizes AI models and cloud applications to streamline the loan approval process, offering various loan options such as personal, automotive retail, refinance, and small-dollar "relief" loans.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$244.1M

Headquarters

San Mateo, California

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

-3%

2 year growth

-19%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Upstart's Model 15.0 shows a significant 15% improvement in accuracy, indicating strong technological advancements.
  • The company's expansion into home equity lines of credit (HELOC) opens new revenue streams and market opportunities.
  • Partnerships with credit unions like Diamond, Seattle, and Kaua'i Federal Credit Unions highlight Upstart's growing influence in the financial sector.

What critics are saying

  • Upstart has faced significant funding challenges, leading to layoffs and potential instability.
  • The company's stock has experienced a dramatic 94% plunge, raising concerns about its financial health.

What makes Upstart unique

  • Upstart leverages advanced AI algorithms to offer personalized lending solutions, setting it apart from traditional lenders.
  • The company's Recognized Customer Personalization (RCP) tool allows banks to customize loan offers, enhancing customer satisfaction and engagement.
  • Upstart's partnerships with multiple credit unions demonstrate its ability to integrate seamlessly into existing financial ecosystems.