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Principal Engineer, LLM (Platform and Tooling)

UpstartUnited States | Remote
Remote Full-time $238.4K/yr - $330.2K/yr

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Qualifications:Proven experience in software engineering and platform development. Expertise in machine learning and large language models (LLMs). Strong understanding of AI technologies and their applications in lending. Excellent problem-solving and leadership skills. Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams. Experience with technical roadmap development and execution. Strong communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

About the job

Upstart builds AI-driven technology to make borrowing simpler and more affordable. The company partners with banks and credit unions to expand access to credit, using a platform that analyzes over a million predictions per borrower and more than 1,800 data signals to support fairer lending decisions. Most employees work remotely from across the US and Canada, with flexible options to work from home or offices in several cities. In-person gatherings help maintain strong connections.

Role overview

The Principal Engineer, LLM (Platform and Tooling) joins the GenAI Core Platform team. This group develops and maintains the core platform that delivers generative AI capabilities to teams throughout Upstart. The platform serves both engineers and non-engineers. In this leadership role, you will help define the vision, architecture, and rollout strategy for the new GenAI platform.

What you will do

  • Shape the technical direction and architecture for Upstart's GenAI platform
  • Collaborate with engineering leaders, machine learning researchers, and product stakeholders
  • Support the safe, efficient, and responsible scaling of large language models (LLMs) across the company
  • Establish long-term direction and standards for technical excellence in GenAI and LLM work
  • Identify and address risks for major AI projects
  • Influence how GenAI and LLMs are adopted and implemented at Upstart

Location

This role is fully remote and open to candidates based in the United States.

About Upstart

Upstart is at the forefront of transforming the lending landscape through innovative technology and a commitment to making credit accessible to all. By leveraging advanced AI, we aim to create a more equitable financial future for millions of Americans.

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