Upstart · 1 week ago
Senior Engineering Manager, Cloud Platform
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$186K/yr - $258K/yr
5+ years expUpstart is an AI lending marketplace focused on reducing the cost and complexity of borrowing for Americans. The Senior Engineering Manager for the Cloud Platform will lead the Compute and Infrastructure teams, defining strategies to enhance platform capabilities and drive efficiency while fostering team growth and an inclusive culture.
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Responsibilities
Lead and scale two high-impact platform engineering teams. Compute and Infrastructure within the Cloud Platform organization
Define and execute a cohesive strategy for Upstart’s multi-cluster, cross-region compute and infrastructure platforms that prioritizes simplicity, performance, security, and scale
Partner with engineering and product leaders to deeply understand developer needs and drive platform improvements that boost development velocity
Shape platform abstractions that streamline compute scaling, infrastructure provisioning, and network management for engineering teams
Champion automation, observability, and platform ownership across both teams
Lead Upstart’s cloud cost efficiency initiatives, including workload optimization and governance practices
Invest in your team’s growth through mentorship, clear expectations, and opportunities for technical and leadership development
Contribute to the evolution of our Cloud Platform vision by applying first-principles thinking to complex technical and organizational challenges
Qualification
Required
5+ years of engineering leadership experience, including managing managers or overseeing multiple technical domains
7+ years of hands-on experience building and operating distributed systems or infrastructure in a cloud-native environment
Proven ability to lead multiple technical domains (e.g., compute, networking, automation) under a unified platform strategy
Strong technical judgment with the ability to define clear charters and structure teams for speed, clarity, and cross-functional alignment
Demonstrated success in hiring, mentoring, and retaining top engineering talent while fostering an inclusive and high-performing culture
Preferred
Deep expertise in Kubernetes, cloud networking, service meshes (e.g., Istio or Linkerd), and Infrastructure-as-Code tools like CDK or Terraform
Experience architecting AWS-native solutions, including VPC design, IAM, and multi-account strategies
History of delivering platform capabilities that measurably improved developer experience and operational efficiency
Strong background in infrastructure automation, observability, and platform reliability best practices
Experience building internal developer platforms, libraries, or CI/CD pipelines that abstract cloud complexity (e.g., via Backstage)
Experience managing cloud vendor spend, cost attribution, and optimization across a large organization
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!)
Company
Upstart
Upstart (NASDAQ: UPST) is a leading AI lending marketplace partnering with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.36BKey Investors
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2025-11-06Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
2025-09-05Post Ipo Debt· $320M
2025-08-12Post Ipo Debt· $600M
Leadership Team
Dave Girouard
Founder & CEO
Paul Gu
Co-Founder
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