Upstart

Research Scientist Intern

Upstart

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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Salary

💰 $141,000 - $150,000 per year

Job Level

Tech Stack

About the role

  • Research, develop and deploy new features/architectures/models.
  • Write production-grade code, i.e. tested, reviewed and scalable Python.
  • Communicate findings clearly to get buy-in for recommended next steps.
  • Work with your mentor to align stakeholders, and drive next steps.

Requirements

  • Bachelor (or above) degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Computer Science or a related quantitative field. We require that you are on track to graduate by the summer of 2027.
  • Proficiency in a broad array of mathematical, statistical, and machine learning skills.
  • Programming skills in Python
  • Strong sense of intellectual curiosity, humility, drive and teamwork, as well as communication skills.
  • Ability to use modern agentic tooling (Claude Code, Codex, …) efficiently.
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!).
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
Pythonmathematical skillsstatistical skillsmachine learning skillsproduction-grade codescalable code
Soft Skills
intellectual curiosityhumilitydriveteamworkcommunication skills