Senior Manager, Engineering Recruiting
$166k - $230k USD
About Upstart
At Upstart, we’re united by a mission that matters: to radically reduce the cost and complexity of borrowing for all Americans. Every day, we bring creativity, experimentation, and advanced AI to reshape access to credit, helping millions move forward financially with clarity and confidence.
As the leading AI lending marketplace, we partner with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit through technology that’s both radically intelligent and deeply human. Our platform runs over one million predictions per borrower using more than 1,800 signals, powering smarter, fairer decisions for millions of customers. But the numbers only hint at the impact. Every idea, every voice, and every contribution moves us closer to a world where credit never stands between people and their financial progress.
We’re proudly digital-first, giving most Upstarters the flexibility to do their best work from wherever they thrive, alongside teammates across 80+ cities in the US and Canada. Digital-first doesn’t mean distant. We’re intentional about in-person connection through team onsites, planning sessions, and moments that spark creativity and trust. And whether you choose to work primarily from home or collaborate in-person from one of our offices in Columbus, Austin, the Bay Area, or New York City (opening Summer 2026), you’ll have the support to work in the way that works best for you.
If you’re energized by tackling meaningful problems, excited to innovate with purpose, and motivated by work that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.
The Team
Upstart’s Talent Acquisition team is at the forefront of building high-performing, inclusive teams that drive innovation—and we're evolving just as fast as the world around us. As we continue growing, we’re reimagining how recruiting can meet the moment—and shape the future.
We're hiring a Senior Manager, Engineering Recruiting who’s not just a strong leader, but also a builder—someone who thrives at the intersection of people, process, and technology. You’ll lead a team of 8 full-cycle technical recruiters and partner closely with engineering and product leaders to scale thoughtfully, strategically, and with a long-term view in mind.
This role is for someone who’s not afraid to roll up their sleeves, has deep experience in technical recruiting (bonus points if you’ve sourced or owned exec-level searches), and is excited about what’s possible when recruiting evolves alongside AI and the future of work.
How you’ll make an impact:
- Lead, coach, and empower a high-performing team of full-cycle recruiters hiring across a range of engineering disciplines and seniority levels.
- Own the strategy, roadmap, and execution of technical recruiting initiatives—ensuring they align with business needs today while laying the groundwork for what comes next.
- Act as a hands-on recruiting leader, stepping into key searches when needed and modeling the kind of recruiting craft that helps your team grow in turn.
- Act as a trusted partner to engineering and product leaders by offering strategic insights, talent market expertise, and regular updates on pipeline health
- Design and evolve scalable recruiting processes that prioritize candidate experience and drive quality, speed, and efficiency—without sacrificing humanity.
- Champion the adoption of smart tools and data to unlock better decision-making, optimize workflows, and build more predictive hiring systems—especially as AI reshapes how we work.
What we’re looking for:
- Minimum requirements:
- 7+ years of experience in talent acquisition or recruiting, including proven success building and managing recruiting teams (sourcing, RecOps, or full-lifecycle)
- Strong track record as a full lifecycle technical recruiter, with expertise across various recruiting disciplines
- Demonstrated ability to align recruiting strategy with business goals and lead teams through ambiguity and change
- Skilled in stakeholder management and confidence engaging with senior technical leaders
- Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and other modern talent acquisition tools
- Preferred qualifications:
- Experience supporting a mix of volume hiring and hard-to-fill roles
- Strategic mindset with the ability to balance short-term hiring needs with long-term team-building goals
- Deep commitment to recruiter development and performance coaching
- Comfort working in a high-growth, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities.
- Position Location - This role is available in the following locations: Remote, San Mateo, CA, and Columbus, OH
- Time Zone Requirements - This team operates on the East/West Coast time zones.
- 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; the Talent Acquisition team meets quarterly for 2-3 consecutive days at a time.
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
$166,000—$229,800 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
- 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!).
Upstart is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Just as we are dedicated to improving access to affordable credit for all, we are committed to inclusive and fair hiring practices.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please email candidate_accommodations@upstart.com