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Senior Data Platform Engineer

Platform EngineerPlatform EngineerFull TimeRemoteSeniorTeam 1,001-5,000Since 2012H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

50 days ago

Salary

$166.9K - $230.9K / year

Seniority

Senior

Job Description

Senior Data Platform Engineer

Upstart

• Design and build scalable data platform infrastructure, including distributed systems that power data discovery, metadata management, and data access • Develop and maintain tooling that enables teams to self-serve data transformations, testing, and deployment workflows within the Lakehouse • Improve data reliability and observability by building systems for monitoring, alerting, and data quality validation • Partner with machine learning engineers, analysts, and product teams to understand data needs and drive adoption of platform capabilities • Contribute to platform evolution in areas such as metadata services, natural language data access, and AI-enabled data interactions • Lead and influence technical design decisions, balancing short-term delivery with long-term platform scalability and maintainability

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience) plus 4+ years of experience
  • Experience building and operating distributed data systems or data platform infrastructure in a cloud environment (e.g., AWS)
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, Java, Scala, Javascript or Kotlin
  • Experience working with data processing frameworks or infrastructure (e.g., Spark, Kafka, Airflow, or similar technologies)
  • Experience designing, deploying, and maintaining production-grade data systems, including monitoring and reliability practices
  • Experience building or supporting data platforms, developer tooling, or internal infrastructure products (Preferred)
  • Knowledge of metadata management, data cataloging, or data governance systems (Preferred)
  • Experience working with Lakehouse architectures, Databricks, or similar modern data platforms (Preferred)
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders and translate data concepts into practical solutions (Preferred)
  • Interest in applying AI/ML capabilities to improve data accessibility, discovery, or user experience (Preferred)

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation, including base pay, bonus opportunities, and annual equity grants that vest quarterly
  • Generous 401(k) plan with Upstart matching $2 for every $1 contributed, up to $15,000 per year
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted stock purchase options for eligible employees
  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage, with multiple plan options - Upstart covers 90% to 100% of the cost depending on the plans you choose
  • Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart for eligible plans
  • Income protection benefits, including company-paid Basic Life, AD&D, and Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage, with options to purchase supplemental coverage
  • Paid time off, sick and safe time, and company holidays
  • Paid family and parental leave to support caregiving and major life moments
  • Family-centered benefits through Carrot and Cleo, supporting fertility, parenthood, and caregiving
  • 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
  • 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 and onsites, all-company updates, and employee resource groups (ERGs)
  • Onsite perks, including catered lunches and fully stocked micro-kitchens when working from one of our four offices, located in the Bay Area, Austin, Columbus, and New York City (opening Summer 2026!).

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