Principal - Credit Risk Strategy

Now, more than ever, the Toast team is committed to our customers. We’re taking steps to help restaurants navigate these unprecedented times with technology, resources, and community. Our focus is on building the restaurant platform that helps restaurants adapt, take control, and get back to what they do best: building the businesses they love. And because our technology is purpose-built for restaurants, by restaurant people, restaurants can trust that we’ll deliver on their needs for today while investing in experiences that will power their restaurant of the future. Bready* to make a change? The Fintech Risk team at Toast is responsible for driving risk informed growth for the rapidly expanding Toast Fintech line of business. We are seeking a Principal Credit Risk Analyst to lead the evaluation, monitoring, and optimization of credit risk across our lending portfolio. This role will be critical in balancing growth opportunities with prudent risk management, ensuring sustainable performance of both existing and new lending products. You’ll leverage data, advanced analytics, and cross-functional collaboration to shape how Toast assesses and manages credit risk. Your work will directly influence product design, portfolio performance, and the financial health of our merchant partners. About this roll* (Responsibilities) Credit Risk Strategy & Portfolio Management Lead the design and execution of Toast’s credit risk strategy across multiple lending products and lifecycle stages. Develop and refine risk frameworks, policies, and performance metrics that balance growth and credit quality. Monitor and interpret portfolio performance, identifying emerging risks, opportunities, and portfolio optimization levers. Product Growth & Innovation Partner with Product, Finance, Data Science, and Operations to launch and scale new lending products responsibly Define credit strategies that align with growth targets while maintaining risk appetite Support pricing, underwriting, and account management strategies to optimize customer acquisition and retention Analytics & Decisioning Build and enhance risk models (scorecards, forecasting, loss models) leveraging advanced analytics Perform deep-dive portfolio analyses to support data-driven decision-making Evaluate external data sources, credit bureaus, and alternative data providers to strengthen risk assessment Governance & Reporting & Leadership Ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and internal risk management frameworks Deliver clear, actionable insights to senior leadership and governance committees. Represent the Fintech Risk team as a thought leader, mentoring analysts and influencing decision-making across the organization. Do you have the right ingredients*? (Requirements) 8+ years of experience in credit risk strategy, analytics, or portfolio management, ideally within fintech, SMB lending, or financial services. Masters Degree or higher in a quantitative field (Mathematics / Statistics / Economics / Finance / Operations Research, etc) Proven track record in managing and scaling lending products across lifecycle stages Strong proficiency in statistical/analytical tools (SQL, Python, R, SAS, or similar) and data visualization tools (Tableau, Hex, or similar) Experience with credit risk analytics/modeling, stress testing, and portfolio management Proficient verbal and written communication skills for interpreting analytic results to technical and non-technical audiences Exceptional problem-solving and critical-thinking ability Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels Leadership presence with experience mentoring analysts or leading cross-functional initiatives AI at Toast At Toast we’re Hungry to Build and Learn. We believe learning new AI tools empowers us to build for our customers faster, more independently, and with higher quality. We provide these tools across all disciplines, from Engineering and Product to Sales and Support, and are inspired by how our Toasters are already driving real value with them. The people who thrive here are those who embrace changes that let us build more for our customers; it’s a core part of our culture. Our Spread* of Total Rewards We strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits programs that help to attract, retain, and motivate the best and brightest people in our industry. Our total rewards package goes beyond great earnings potential and provides the means to a healthy lifestyle with the flexibility to meet Toasters’ changing needs. Learn more about our benefits at https://careers.toasttab.com/toast-benefits. The base salary range for this role is listed below. The starting salary will be determined based on skills and experience. In addition to base salary, our total rewards components include cash compensation (overtime, bonus/commissions, if eligible), benefits, and equity (if eligible). Pay Range $112,000—$179,000 USD How Toast Uses AI in its Hiring Process Throughout the hiring process, our goal is to get to know you. We use AI tools to support our recruiters and interviewers with tasks like note-taking, summarization, and documentation of interviews to ensure they can be fully focused on your conversation. All hiring decisions are made by people. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is Baked into our Recipe for Success At Toast, our employees are our secret ingredient—when they thrive, we thrive. The restaurant industry is one of the most diverse, and we embrace that diversity with authenticity, inclusivity, respect, and humility. By embedding these principles into our culture and design, we create equitable opportunities for all and raise the bar in delivering exceptional experiences. We Thrive Together We embrace a hybrid work model that fosters in-person collaboration while valuing individual needs. Our goal is to build a strong culture of connection as we work together to empower the restaurant community. To learn more about how we work globally and regionally, check out: https://careers.toasttab.com/locations-toast. Apply today! Toast is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive hiring process. As part of this commitment, we strive to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities to enable them to access the hiring process. If you need an accommodation to access the job application or interview process, please contact candidateaccommodations@toasttab.com. ------ For roles in the United States, it is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.