Remote Mortgage Underwriter

TEKsystems

June 2, 2026

Atlanta,

Job Details

Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (EST)

Work Environment: Fully Remote

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Minimum 1‑2 years of recent mortgage underwriting experience required.
  • SAR experience is strongly preferred.
  • Associate’s or bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and data entry.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must have high speed cable or fiber‑optic internet.
  • Comfortable with a lifetime federal Background check.
  • Comfortable with a soft credit check and collections check.

Basic Purpose

To evaluate and underwrite all mortgage loan types according to specific state and federal requirements to limit the risk exposure to the company’s mortgage portfolio and to analyze required loan documentation and information presented in the mortgage loan request, making appropriate loan decisions based on the acceptability of the credit risk using established guidelines, secondary market investors, and applicable state and government regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze mortgage loan information on loan documents such as income, assets, and credit criteria to confirm loan eligibility based on company guidelines and investor requirements, including independent scoring systems.
  • Analyze exceptions and rejections; recommend alternative mortgage products to bring the loan within guidelines.
  • Analyze self‑employed borrower income documentation.
  • Approve mortgage loans and authorize loan disbursements based on complete analysis of submitted documentation and applicable rules and regulations.
  • Determine the acceptability and marketability of the real estate property to ensure sufficient collateral to secure the loan.
  • Prepare and present counter‑offers on marginal loans; prepare adverse action (loan disapproval) notifications, with awareness of compliance provisions of regulatory agencies.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Atlanta, GA.

Pay and Benefits

Pay range: $22.02 – $39.93 per hour. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

  • Medical, dental, and vision
  • Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan – pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
  • Life insurance (voluntary life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short‑term and long‑term disability
  • Health spending account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee assistance program
  • Time off/leave (PTO, vacation, or sick leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Atlanta, GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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

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