[Remote] Senior Engineering Manager, Distribution Platform

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Upstart is a leading AI lending marketplace focused on reducing the cost and complexity of borrowing for Americans. The Senior Engineering Manager will shape user growth and outreach through intelligent targeting and scalable infrastructure, working closely with cross-functional teams to create a marketing platform that drives user engagement.ResponsibilitiesDefine and implement an engineering roadmap that supports intelligent and scalable outreach to customers via our direct mail, digital, and partnerships platformWork with cross functional partners including Product Managers, Performance Marketing Managers, Analytics, and Research Scientists to make this a highly impactful programLead, coach, and develop a high-performing engineering team directly, focused on providing high quality solutions and incrementally enhance systems with each pull requestLeverage experimentation and data-driven insights to refine growth strategies, optimizing user outreach and conversion through continuous testing, iteration, and personalizationCreate a best-in-class direct mail and digital infrastructure that scalesSkillsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics, or a related field (or its equivalent) + 8 years of experience, including at least 3 years of direct people management experienceExperience leading product oriented teams with quantifiable user impactAbility to convey complex technical information to a variety of audiencesExperience working on systems that integrate with 3rd parties and/or ingest, store, expose large amounts of dataProfessional experience working on either Marketing technology or Growth engineeringProven track record of leading and growing engineering teamsSuccess in driving initiatives spanning multiple teams across organizationsSkilled in scaling systems in both a technical and organizational capacityBenefitsTarget bonusesEquity compensationGenerous benefits packages (including medical, dental, vision, and 401k)Competitive compensation, including base pay, bonus opportunities, and annual equity grants that vest quarterlyRetirement benefits to help you plan for the future, including a 401(k) or Group Retirement Savings Plan with a company match of $2 for every $1 contributed, up to $15,000 annually (USD in the US, CAD in Canada)Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted stock purchase options for eligible employees (US only)Comprehensive health coverage designed to support you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, and wellness resources for US and supplemental health coverage for Canada.Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart for eligible plans (US only)Income protection benefits, including life insurance and disability coverage for added financial securityPaid time off, sick leave, and company holidays, in line with local requirementsPaid family and parental leave to support caregiving and major life moments (duration varies by country)Family-centered benefits to support fertility, parenthood, and caregiving needsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) offering mental health support and life-centered resourcesFinancial wellness resources, including access to financial planning tools and a financial concierge service (US Only)Annual wellness allowance to support your physical and emotional well-being and personal development, based on what matters most to youAnnual productivity allowance to invest in relevant tools and resources you need to do your best work, no matter where you work fromConnection and community through team events, all-company updates, and employee resource groups (ERGs)Onsite perks, including catered lunches and fully stocked micro-kitchens when working from one of our offices in the Bay Area, Austin, Columbus, and New York City (opening Summer 2026!)Company OverviewUpstart is a leading AI lending marketplace partnering with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit. It was founded in 2012, and is headquartered in San Mateo, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://upstart.com/about.Company H1B SponsorshipUpstart has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 14 in 2026, 67 in 2025, 66 in 2024, 84 in 2023, 85 in 2022, 42 in 2021, 15 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.