About Upstart
Upstart is the leading AI lending marketplace partnering with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit. By leveraging Upstart's AI marketplace, Upstart-powered banks and credit unions can have higher approval rates and lower loss rates across races, ages, and genders, while simultaneously delivering the exceptional digital-first lending experience their customers demand. More than 80% of borrowers are approved instantly, with zero documentation to upload.
Upstart is a digital-first company, which means that most Upstarters live and work anywhere in the United States. However, we also have offices in San Mateo, California; Columbus, Ohio; and Austin, Texas.
Most Upstarters join us because they connect with our mission of enabling access to effortless credit based on true risk. If you are energized by the impact you can make at Upstart, we’d love to hear from you!
The Team
The HR Technology team is foundational to Upstart’s continued success as we scale. Among other things, this team is responsible for the architecture, infrastructure and development of our people systems. You will be joining a company with engaged founders and leaders, strong values (practiced daily!) and operational rigor and discipline. Come help us build the programs and culture that will enable continued success for our employees and borrowers!
As a Senior Workday Analyst at Upstart, you’ll be responsible for configuration, maintenance and enhancement of Workday HCM, specifically for all areas touching Total Rewards (Compensation and Benefits). A successful candidate in this role will be experienced in supporting Compensation and Benefits configuration and integrations.
Position Location - This role is available in the following locations: Remote
Time Zone Requirements - This team operates on the East/West Coast time zones.
Travel Requirements - This team has regular on-site collaboration sessions. These occur 2-3 days per Month at the San Mateo office. If you need to travel to make these meetups, Upstart will cover all travel related expenses.
How you’ll make an impact:
- Support Upstart’s multi-year people process and technology roadmap through subject matter expertise and administration across all areas of Workday HCM product, with specific focus on Compensation and Benefits.
- Drive the strategic process for new initiatives holistically in terms of data/insights analysis, business proposals, requirements gathering, planning, development, implementation, stakeholder management and on-going support
- Implement solutions that ensure data is complete, accurate, secure, and appropriately mapped for reports, dashboards, and downstream reporting systems
- Partner with stakeholders such as IT and HR Ops to provide input into new processes, prioritize projects/enhancements, map business processes, implement creative and effective solutions that will shape the way Upstart operates now and into the future
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues and defects with exceptional customer service
- Continually increase personal knowledge and maintain individual development through learning and research
What we’re looking for:
- Minimum qualifications:
- Strong configuration knowledge of Workday HCM, including Core HCM, Benefits, Compensation, Advanced Compensation, Security, and Integrations
- Strong Workday Reporting including Advanced Reports, Matrix and composite reports
- Understand Workday security, SOX compliance, and controls to effectively manage and maintain security and roles
- Preferred qualifications:
- WD certifications (preferred but not required)
- Passion to learn additional Workday modules
- Open and enthusiastic to mentor and develop team members
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks
- Ability adapt and live by Upstart values
- Every second counts
- Do not assume it can’t be done
- Do the right thing even when it is hard
- Be smart, but know you might be wrong
- Make clever use of numbers
What you'll love:
- Competitive Compensation (base + bonus & equity)
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart
- 401(k) with 100% company match up to $4,500 and immediate vesting and after-tax savings
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Life and disability insurance
- Generous holiday, vacation, sick and safety leave
- Supportive parental, family care, and military leave programs
- Annual wellness, technology & ergonomic reimbursement programs
- Social activities including team events and on-sites, all-company updates, employee resource groups (ERGs), and other interest groups such as book clubs, fitness, investing, and volunteering
- Catered lunches + snacks & drinks when working in offices
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
$104,500—$144,550 USD
Upstart is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to ensuring that underrepresented classes receive better access to affordable credit, and are just as committed to embracing diversity and inclusion in our hiring practices. We celebrate all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and know that we can only become better together.
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
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Top Skills
Upstart San Mateo, California, USA Office
Upstart's office in San Mateo is located on the peninsula between San Francisco and the South Bay with easy Caltrain access and proximity to several apartment complexes. The office is close to several shopping donations including an outdoor beer garden.
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