Senior Software Engineer, Conversion Rate Optimization

Upstart, a leading AI lending marketplace, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO) team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to directly impact the company's core business by improving the borrower journey and driving revenue through enhanced conversion metrics.

The CRO team operates as a full-stack unit, focusing on building fast, intuitive, and impactful user experiences that streamline the loan funding process. As a senior engineer, you'll work closely with product managers and designers to scope, build, and iterate on features that enhance the funding flow. The team values curiosity, iteration, and atomic commits to accelerate development and reduce cognitive load.

This position combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in both frontend and backend technologies. You'll be working with technologies like Ruby, Kotlin, React, and Kafka, while leading experiments to improve conversion rates across the funnel. The role offers the flexibility of remote work across the US, with options to work from offices in San Mateo, Columbus, or Austin.

Upstart offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive compensation with base salary, bonus, and equity, full healthcare coverage, 401(k) matching, and various wellness programs. The company's digital-first approach provides flexibility while maintaining strong team collaboration through quarterly in-person meetings.

If you're passionate about using technology to improve financial access and want to work on impactful products that directly drive business success, this role offers an excellent opportunity to make a difference while growing your career in a supportive, innovative environment.