Mortgage Operations - Loan Originator

Palo Alto, CA (Open to US-based Remote) && San Francisco, CA && Seattle, WA && New York City, NY

Full-Time

Mid (3-6 yrs)

Legal & Compliance

Posted on November 4, 2025

Wealthfront is seeking a licensed mortgage loan originator to join our team as we build and scale our mortgage lending operations. As a key player on the team you will leverage your expertise to work with existing Wealthfront clients providing excellent service and guiding them through the process with the support of our innovative technology and tools. This position offers an exciting opportunity to be a part of a cutting-edge team in a rapidly growing environment.

Responsibilties

Support and educate clients as they work through the intake process and finalize their loan closing

Ensure all initial application data and documents are accurate and complete before submitting to Processing

Act as primary point of contact and set clear client expectations on timelines and requirements

Responsible for timely delivery of initial loan disclosures and adherence to all regulatory requirements

Operates independently on standard files and escalates to Team Leads as needed for scenario questions or guideline interpretation

Ensure that all loans originate in full compliance with federal and state regulations

Adopts Company values in work behaviors, decision making, contributions and interpersonal interactions

Contributes to a positive work environment by demonstrating cultural expectations and influencing others to reward performance, accountability, diversity and inclusion, flexibility, continuous development, collaboration, creativity and fun

Expertise

Customer-focused, business-centric, and team-oriented mindset; relentlessly passionate about finding and completing valuable work

Strong working knowledge of state-specific licensing and registration requirements and use of the NMLS. Strong working knowledge of Federal and state regulations including TRID and HMDA

Deep understanding of mortgage loan products and underwriting guidelines

Self-driven with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

Excellent organizational skills, able to set and meet deadlines in a high paced environment

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and influence positive outcomes at all levels of an organization

Intellectually curious and interested in applying technology to enhance business processes

Prior experience in wholesale and/or correspondent channels

Excellent communication skills focusing on both internal and external communications

Openness to adapting to industry changes

Requirements

Mortgage Loan Originator License

2-4+ years of experience

Strong knowledge of Conventional Conforming and Jumbo guidelines