Upstart·Data Scientist

Upstart Data Scientist interview experience

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San Diego, CAPosted Apr 2025 · Candidate report, summarized by Dataford

I went through a tight three-round sequence: a lead interview first, then peers, and finally HR.

The overall vibe was that the company was looking for someone who could immediately contribute, so it felt like they didn’t expect much training time. That made the process feel unfriendly to more junior backgrounds—especially if I was coming in as a new graduate. Getting through it also seemed difficult, and I ultimately didn’t land an offer. Looking back, the biggest impression was how high the expectations felt right from the start, with very little slack for inexperience.

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