Upstart

Principal Mobile Platform Engineer

Remote US
USD 166k - 245k
Kotlin Android API React Objective-C Swift Java
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Description

About Upstart

Upstart is a leading AI lending marketplace partnering with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit. By leveraging Upstart's AI marketplace, Upstart-powered banks and credit unions can have higher approval rates and lower loss rates across races, ages, and genders, while simultaneously delivering the exceptional digital-first lending experience their customers demand. Our offerings include personal, auto, and small business loans, and we plan to expand into more verticals as our business grows.

Upstart is a digital-first company, which means that most Upstarters can live and work anywhere in the U.S. We also have 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 risk. If you are energized by the impact you can make at Upstart, we’d love to hear from you!

The Team and Role

The mobile platform team aims to develop a cross-platform flagship Upstart mobile app, while building a scalable developer platform that supports the addition and functionality of all Upstart product offerings in the long term. As a Principal Mobile Platform Engineer, you’ll partner with product, engineering, and business leaders to define the mobile ecosystem and set the overall direction of mobile engineering at Upstart, while carefully evaluating the technical tradeoffs of every decision. Your work will set the bar for all future mobile application development at Upstart for years to come!

Position Location - This role is available in the following locations: Remote, San Mateo, Columbus 

Time Zone Requirements - This team operates across all US time zones.

Travel Requirements - This team has regular on-site collaboration sessions, these occur 3 days per quarter. If you need to travel to make these meetups, Upstart will cover all travel related expenses.

How you’ll make an impact:

  • Create and launch Upstart’s flagship mobile app for iOS & Android
  • Work seamlessly across our full stack with a focused goal to do what it takes to build out a mobile platform
  • You'll create backend APIs, a multi-channel notification service, and architect a mixed-mode web and mobile framework
  • Design, architect, and implement well-tested frameworks to empower all Upstart product teams to build out their mobile experience
  • Work with the design team to hone in on the best UI and infrastructure practices

What we’re looking for: 

  • Minimum requirements:
    • BS/BA degree in a technical field such as Computer Science or equivalent years of experience
    • 9+ years of experience in developing, shipping, and supporting consumer iOS & Android apps
  • Preferred qualifications:
    • Experience building out backend mobile-focused services to expose APIs or support native functionality such as push notifications
    • Experience with React Native or similar cross-platform frameworks
    • Experience with React web or similar frameworks
    • Experience with Objective-C and Swift
    • Experience with Java and Kotlin

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

At Upstart, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. The anticipated base salary for this position is expected to be within this range: $166,700-$245,000. Your actual base pay will depend on your geographic location–with our “digital first” philosophy, Upstart uses compensation regions that vary depending on location. Individual pay is also determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

In addition, Upstart provides employees with target bonuses, equity compensation, and generous benefits packages (including medical, dental, vision, and 401k). Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. The salary listed above for sales roles is OTE, which includes both salary and commission, assuming 100% target achievement.

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Upstart is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We 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 practices. We celebrate all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and know that we can only become better together. 

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