Mortgage Underwriter

As a Mortgage Underwriter, you will evaluate the risk and soundness of Unison's residential real estate investments, conducting thorough due diligence across property valuation, creditworthiness, and income analysis. You will work with Unison's proprietary technology and contribute to the continuous improvement of underwriting processes and automation initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, real estate, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 2+ years of experience in residential mortgage, real estate, or investment underwriting; experience in senior or escalation-focused roles is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of property valuation, credit analysis, income underwriting, and residential real estate risk factors.
• Experience handling underwriting exceptions and escalations with sound judgment and clear documentation.
• Highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate underwriting decisions and risk considerations.
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a willingness to mentor and support peers.
• Comfort working with data-driven tools and technology-enabled underwriting platforms.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 100% paid medical and dental benefits
• Generous PTO policy
• Paid parental leave program