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Upstart · 2 hours ago

Staff Analyst, Competitive Intelligence

Upstart is a leading AI lending marketplace focused on reducing borrowing costs for Americans. The Staff Analyst on the Marketplace Analytics team will lead the competitive pricing program, integrating data sources to provide insights and recommendations to optimize pricing strategies across various products.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)AutomotiveConsumer LendingCreditFinancial ServicesFinTechLendingMachine LearningPersonal Finance
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end competitive intelligence program, including managing internal and external data sources and vendor relationships
Integrate disparate data sources (surveys, internal 'comparison data', and third-party reports) into a single, cohesive narrative regarding our pricing versus the broader market
Serve as the primary voice to leadership on comp pricing providing high-stakes insights for everything from day to day understanding to board meetings and earnings calls
Lead the roadmap to expand competitive pricing coverage from Personal Loans into all nascent products (Auto, Home, etc.)
Translate competitive gaps into actionable pricing recommendations, helping the team decide when to lean in or pull back based on market movements
Think critically about the end-to-end system, modeling and reasoning about how pricing changes interact with risk assessment, underwriting policies, loan funding mechanisms, and other parts of the business

Qualification

Data analysisSQLPython/RBI/visualization toolsCompetitive pricingStatistical methodsSurvey dataProblem-solvingCommunication skillsCritical thinking

Required

Strong analytical and quantitative background with at least 8+ years of professional experience in analytics, data science, or a related quantitative field
Proficiency in data analysis tools, particularly SQL and Python/R
Experience with BI/visualization tools (e.g., Looker, Tableau, Mode)
Degree in a quantitative field such as Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Data Science, Operations Research, or a related area
Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to tackle complex, ambiguous problems with a structured approach
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex analytical concepts to diverse audiences
Demonstrated ability to think critically about business problems and the systems they operate within
Experience with survey data

Preferred

Experience specifically in competitive pricing, pricing analytics, revenue management, or marketplace optimization
Experience in technology, fintech, lending, or two-sided marketplace companies
Deep understanding of statistical methods and causal inference techniques
Proven ability to influence strategic decisions through data-driven insights and narratives, especially at the leadership level
Experience collaborating effectively with Product Management and Engineering teams

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 (NASDAQ: UPST) is a leading AI lending marketplace partnering with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit.

H1B Sponsorship

Upstart has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (68)
2024 (67)
2023 (85)
2022 (85)
2021 (42)
2020 (15)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.36B
Key Investors
CastlelakeProgressiveRakuten
2025-11-06Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
2025-09-05Post Ipo Debt· $320M
2025-08-12Post Ipo Debt· $600M

Leadership Team

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Dave Girouard
Founder & CEO
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Paul Gu
Co-Founder
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