Senior Software Engineer

Upstart

Remote

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Work type: Remote
Location: Remote
Salary: $164,800–$228,400 / yr
Posted: today
Closes: Sep 13, 2026

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Similar $183k

This role $197k

$132k most similar roles pay here $239k

This role pays more than 61% of similar roles. Most pay $144,837–$221,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $197k versus about $183k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Upstart

Upstart is an AI lending platform that partners with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit using non-traditional variables.

Upstart currently has 50 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $177,200–$245,400 across 50 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Software Engineer

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As a Senior Software Engineer on Upstart's Bank Technology team, you will design and build internal applications that support critical bank functions, working closely with risk, compliance, legal, and operations teams to automate manual processes. Your day-to-day responsibilities include translating complex business requirements into scalable technical solutions, developing APIs and integrations for seamless system connectivity, and designing robust data models and authorization frameworks. You will also contribute to architectural decisions and documentation that ensure long-term platform scalability and maintainability. The role requires expertise in TypeScript, Node.js, Next.js, Prisma, PostgreSQL, and RESTful API development, as well as familiarity with regulated environments like financial services and compliance-driven industries.

Skills

PostgreSQL TypeScript Node.js Next.js Prisma RESTful APIs Authentication Role-based access control Audit logging Schema migrations GRC platforms Security tooling CI/CD Cloud services Docker Kubernetes

What you'll do

Design and build internal software platforms for risk, compliance, legal, and operational workflows.
Develop APIs, integrations, and data workflows connecting internal systems with third-party platforms.
Create relational data models, authorization frameworks, and audit capabilities for secure operations.
Write technical designs and architectural documentation to reduce future maintenance costs.
Contribute to system architecture decisions regarding build-versus-buy evaluations and scalability.

What we're looking for

4+ years of software engineering experience with a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
Experience designing and operating production web applications used by internal or external customers.
Proficiency in designing relational database schemas using PostgreSQL or similar tools.
Expertise in building RESTful APIs, integrations, and managing complex data workflows.
Knowledge of application security fundamentals including authentication and role-based access control.
Familiarity with regulated environments such as financial services and experience with GRC platforms.

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