About upstart
Upstart is a leading ai lending platform partnering with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable creditAs we transitioned to being a public company, we’re now poised to leverage our domain expertise and revolutionize every aspect of lending and credit risk evaluationWe’ve recently expanded our offerings to include automobile refinancing and we plan to take on more verticals as the business grows.
By leveraging upstart`s ai platform, upstart-powered banks and credit unions can have higher approval rates and lower loss rates, while simultaneously delivering the exceptional digital-first lending experience their customers demandUpstart`s patent-pending platform is the first to receive a no-action letter from the consumer financial protection bureau related to fair lendingUpstart not only supports a large remote workforce, but also has offices in san mateo, ca; columbus, oh; and austin, tx.
Most upstarters join us because they connect with our mission of enabling access to effortless credit based on true riskIf you are energized by the impact you can make at upstart, we’d love to hear from you!
The team
Upstart is looking for a senior technical recruiter to help drive the growth of our world-class engineering teamIn this role, you will be responsible for the full recruitment life cycle, from initial outreach to offer, negotiation, and closing stagesWe have extremely high recruiting standards and are passionate about delivering an exceptional candidate experienceThis role requires someone who is relationship-driven and passionate about sourcing and recruiting only the very best.
Position location - this role is available in the following locations: remote, san mateo, columbus, or austin
Time zone requirements - this team operates across all time zones.
Travel requirements - this team has regular on-site collaboration sessionsThese occur at minimum 3 days per quarter at the san mateo or columbus office, with additional travel permitted for those that want to meet their stakeholders during their team visitsIf you need to travel to make these meetups, upstart will cover all travel related expenses.
How you’ll make an impact:
Partner with engineering leaders to design a tailored recruiting strategy, as well as finding the niche talents in limited talent pools
Identify and manage candidates throughout the hiring process, from initial contact through offer accept
Guide the hiring decision by critically reviewing feedback, provide compensation guidance, and drive close process while staying objective through the offer stages
Proactively share data-centric updates with internal stakeholders
Understand our broader business and be able to effectively answer questions around upstart’s strategy, goals, and culture
Ensure a seamless, uniform, high touch stellar candidate experience throughout the process
What we`re looking for:
5+ years of technical recruiting experience, with a focus on software engineering, data engineering, infosec and devops technologies, preferably in a fast-paced tech company
Active and data driven approach to problem solving; you enjoy making sense of the trends and using the insights to better your process to make it more efficient
Solid experience sourcing diverse talent through multiple creative channels such as: linkedin recruiter, github, google scholar, stackoverflow, etcAnd industry conferences and university partnerships.
Outstanding communication and strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with stakeholders and connect with people of all levels
Self-motivated and driven; an active learner excited to try new solutions, and quickly iterate to improve the way you do thingsYou see potential challenges as opportunities to learn and grow
Experience closing senior and/or “hard to fill” roles and negotiating complex compensation packages
Accustomed to multitasking, self-prioritizing and meeting tight deadlines
Hardworking, organized, and have a stellar work ethic
Must thrive and prioritize in a constantly changing environment
Ability to think on your feet but with enough humility to ask questions
What you’ll love:
Competitive compensation (base + bonus & equity)
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Personal development and technology & ergonomic budgets
Life insurance and disability benefits
Clubs and activities (game nights, fitstarters, superwomen, book club, investing club, money discussions, photography club and basketball teams)
Generous vacation policy
401(k) and employee stock purchase plan (espp)
Catered lunches + snacks & drinks
Upstart is a proud equal opportunity employerWe are dedicated to ensuring that underrepresented classes receive better access to affordable credit, and are just as committed to embracing diversity and inclusion in our hiring practicesWe celebrate all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and know that we can only become better together.
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