DevOps Engineer II

About The Company Upstart is a leading AI-driven lending marketplace dedicated to transforming access to credit for all Americans. Our mission is to radically reduce the cost and complexity of borrowing by leveraging advanced artificial intelligence, data analytics, and innovative technology. We partner with banks and credit unions to provide smarter, fairer lending decisions, powering over one million predictions per borrower using more than 3,000 signals. Our platform not only facilitates financial progress for millions but also fosters a world where credit is never a barrier to opportunity. As a digital-first organization, Upstart offers flexible work arrangements, supporting a collaborative and inclusive culture that values creativity, experimentation, and impact. About The Role We are seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer (L4) to join our Cloud Platform team within the Reliability organization. In this role, you will be instrumental in building, maintaining, and evolving the shared cloud infrastructure that supports all of Upstart’s product and machine learning workloads. Your primary focus will be on designing and operating scalable, reliable, and secure Kubernetes clusters, optimizing AWS infrastructure, and implementing infrastructure-as-code and GitOps workflows. You will collaborate closely with Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), Delivery, Information Security, and Product/ML teams to enhance platform performance, reliability, and developer experience. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence technical standards, improve operational efficiency, and contribute to a mission-driven organization that is redefining access to credit through innovative technology. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experienceMinimum of 3+ years of professional experience operating Kubernetes in production environmentsProficiency with AWS infrastructure, including VPC design, networking, and IAMHands-on experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or AWS CDKExperience implementing GitOps workflows using tools like ArgoCD or similarStrong understanding of cluster networking, storage, and RBAC within KubernetesAbility to influence cross-team technical decisions and promote platform standardsExcellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to incident management and systemic improvements Responsibilities Design, deploy, and operate Kubernetes (EKS) clusters across various environments to ensure high availability and reliabilityEnhance AWS infrastructure and network architecture, including VPCs, subnets, IAM, and account management, to support scalable workloadsDevelop and maintain infrastructure-as-code and GitOps workflows using Terraform, CDK, and ArgoCDDefine and monitor Service Level Objectives (SLOs), analyze incidents, and implement systemic fixes to improve platform stabilityParticipate in incident response, lead post-incident reviews, and drive continuous platform improvementsCollaborate with SRE, Delivery, InfoSec, and Product/ML teams to implement high-impact infrastructure changes and standardsStreamline developer workflows by simplifying platform usage, reducing toil, and enabling faster development cyclesOptimize resource utilization and contribute to cost-efficiency initiatives across Kubernetes and cloud infrastructure Benefits Competitive salary packages, including base pay, bonuses, and quarterly equity grantsComprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plansRetirement savings options with company matching contributionsPaid time off, sick leave, and holidays aligned with local regulationsPaid family and parental leave to support major life eventsEmployee Stock Purchase Plan with discounted stock options (US only)Wellness programs, mental health support, and financial planning resourcesConnection through team events, company updates, and Employee Resource GroupsOnsite perks such as catered lunches and stocked kitchens at select locations (Bay Area, Austin, Columbus, New York City)Flexible remote work options with high-quality collaboration opportunities Equal Opportunity Upstart is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to fair hiring practices. We provide reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you require assistance, please contact candidate_accommodations@upstart.com. We believe that diverse perspectives and experiences drive innovation and are essential to our success.