Senior Applied ML Engineer

What we're looking for: -

Minimum

qualifications: - 4+ years of software engineering experience, with 2+ years working directly on ML-driven products or intelligent systems - Proven ability to lead complex initiatives across engineering, product, and research stakeholders - Strong backend development skills (e.g., Python with FastAPI or Flask), plus experience with cloud-native tooling (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform) - Experience integrating LLMs or ML models into production systems, including APIs and user-facing applications - Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, product-minded approach - Ability to think rigorously about system design, latency tradeoffs, and user impact when working with ML features -

Preferred

qualifications: - Experience shipping GenAI or LLM-powered features using frameworks like LangChain, LlamaIndex, or OpenAI APIs - Familiarity with retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), vector search (e.g., FAISS, Pinecone), and real-time inference patterns - Proficiency in full-stack development, including front-end work with React or similar frameworks - Strong intuition for prompt engineering, model testing, and evaluation methodologies - Experience navigating complex requirements around explainability, user trust, or compliance in ML applications - Track record of influencing architecture or product direction at a team or org level Position location This role is available in the following locations: Remote Travel requirements As a digital first company, the majority of your work can be accomplished remotely.

The majority of our employees can live and work anywhere in the U.S but are encouraged to to still spend high quality time in-person collaborating via regular onsites. The in-person sessions' cadence varies depending on the team and role; most teams meet once or twice per quarter for 2-4 consecutive days at a time. #LI-REMOTE #LI-Associate #LI-MidSenior 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 the below range. 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). United States | Remote - Anticipated Base Salary Range $167,700 - $231,800 USD 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 the below range. 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). Canada | Remote - Anticipated Base Salary Range $159,000 - $193,000 USD What you'll love At Upstart, our benefits are designed to support your health, financial well-being, family, and personal growth.

Here's what you can expect: - Competitive compensation, including base pay, bonus opportunities, and annual equity grants that vest quarterly - Retirement 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 security - Paid time off, sick leave, and company holidays, in line with local

requirements - Paid family and parental leave to support caregiving and major life moments (duration varies by country) - Family-centered benefits to support fertility, parenthood, and caregiving needs - 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 (US Only) - 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, 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!) For roles based in Canada, please note that we are not currently able to hire in Quebec.

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