Mortgage Underwriter

TEKsystems; Omaha (NE); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Mortgage Underwriters to join their remote team. This role is vital for evaluating loan applications and ensuring compliance with various lending guidelines. Candidates will have the opportunity to work on a flexible schedule, contributing to a dynamic environment while supporting broker clients. The company offers a competitive pay structure and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans. If you are a dedicated professional eager to make an impact in the mortgage industry, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program

Transportation Benefits

Qualifications

• 3+ years of mortgage underwriting experience required.
• Proficiency with automated underwriting systems.
• Strong understanding of FHA, VA, and conventional loan underwriting.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess files submitted by broker clients for compliance.
• Collaborate within the structured loan process focusing on underwriting.
• Ensure loans meet investor guidelines and adhere to quality control standards.

Skills

Mortgage Underwriting Experience

Automated Underwriting Systems

Knowledge of Mortgage Laws

FHA, VA, Conventional Loan Guidelines

Job description

*Description*

Seeking experienced Mortgage Underwriters to join our team and support loan processing for broker clients. This role plays a critical part in evaluating loan applications, ensuring compliance, and driving quality underwriting decisions. With multiple openings available, we are looking for strong, dedicated professionals who are eager to contribute long-term.

Responsibilities

1. Loan Underwriting: Review and assess files submitted by broker clients, ensuring compliance with FHA, VA, and conventional lending guidelines.
2. Approval Process: Work closely with the loan structure and precision income teams to finalize approvals.
3. Workflow Coordination: Collaborate within our client's structured, end-to-end loan process, focusing solely on underwriting scope.
4. Compliance & Risk Assessment: Ensure loans meet investor guidelines (FHA UW, HUD UW, VA UW, VA IRRL, VA SAR, TrumsID Registration) and adhere to quality control standards.
5. Review all mortgage applications and documentation for accuracy and completeness.
6. Work with clients to prepare mortgage applications and related documentation as needed.
7. Coordinate with compliance officers to ensure Federal, State, and local compliance of all mortgage and loan materials.
8. Approve or deny mortgages in a timely manner.

Skills & Qualifications

• 3+ years of mortgage underwriting experience required.
• Solid knowledge of mortgage underwriting and basic automated underwriting systems.
• Proficiency with automated underwriting systems.
• Knowledge of mortgage laws and regulations, including the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act.
• Understanding of state and federal agency mortgage loan guidelines and regulations is helpful.
• Strong understanding of FHA, VA, and conventional loan underwriting.

Flexible shifts: 8AM-5PM or 9AM-6PM preferred. Training phase shift: 11AM-6PM EST for new hires. Training will last 60-90 days. This is a REMOTE position, but candidates must reside in certain states/cities.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.00/hr. Eligibility for benefits depends on job classification and employment length. Benefits may include:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre-tax and Roth)
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO, Vacation, Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

Anticipated closing date: May 22, 2025.

About TEKsystems

TEKsystems is a leading provider of business and technology services, helping accelerate business transformation for over 6,000 customers worldwide. We are committed to building tomorrow by delivering impactful business outcomes and making positive impacts in our communities. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any characteristic protected by law.