About Figure
Figure (NASDAQ: FIGR) is transforming capital markets through blockchain. We’re proving that blockchain isn’t just theory - it’s powering real products used by hundreds of thousands of consumers and institutions.
By combining blockchain’s transparency and efficiency with AI-driven automation, we’ve reimagined how loans are originated, funded, and traded in secondary markets. From faster processing times to lower costs and reduced bias, our technology is helping borrowers, investors, and financial institutions achieve better outcomes.
Together with our 170+ partners, we’ve originated over $22 billion in home equity loans (HELOCs) on our blockchain-native platform, making Figure the largest non-bank provider of home equity financing in the U.S. Figure’s ecosystem also includes YLDS, an SEC-registered yield-bearing stablecoin that operates as a tokenized money market fund, and several other products and platforms that are reshaping consumer finance and capital markets.
We’re proud to be recognized as one of Forbes’ Most Innovative Fintech Startups in 2025 and Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies in Finance and Personal Finance.
About the Role
Figure is looking for an Underwriter Specialist to join our dynamic team. This role will be key in developing and maintaining underwriting processes and ensuring our loan products adhere to all regulatory and internal standards. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in underwriting various loan products and contribute to enhancing operational efficiency and product innovation.
What You’ll Do
- Review and underwrite loan applications, ensuring compliance with company policies, investor guidelines, and applicable regulations.
- Apply underwriting guidelines for diverse loan products, including those for Self-Employed borrowers, Trusts, LLCs (Limited Liability Companies), POA Power of Attorney), and DSCR (Debt Service Coverage Ratio).
- Analyze complex financial data, such as tax returns, income statements, and business documentation, to make informed lending decisions.
- Collaborate with the Senior Operations Manager and underwriting team to develop and refine underwriting guidelines for new products.
- Monitor key performance metrics for underwriting accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
- Provide feedback on loan applications and collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Product, Legal, Credit) to resolve issues and ensure seamless loan processing.
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of loan documentation, including reviewing credit, collateral, and income verification.
- Help create and maintain training materials, underwriting procedures, and compliance documentation.
- Stay current with industry regulations, investor requirements, and best practices related to underwriting.
- Support efforts to improve underwriting efficiency, quality, and compliance across new loan products.
- Assist in responding to loan repurchase requests, underwriting deficiencies, and any other challenges that arise.
What We Look For
- 3+ years of underwriting experience, with a focus on conventional, portfolio, and special program loans.
- Expertise in underwriting guidelines, including Self-Employed borrowers, Trusts, LLCs, Powers of Attorney (POA), and Debt Service Coverage Ratios (DSCR).
- Familiarity with underwriting tools and systems (e.g., DU, LP), as well as proficiency in Google Workspace and/or Microsoft Office Suite.
- Knowledge of federal and state regulations, including those set by the CFPB, FHA, VA, and other relevant bodies.
- Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and make independent underwriting decisions.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively across teams to resolve issues and ensure the timely processing of loans.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field preferred.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, startup-like environment.
Salary
- Base Compensation Range: $37.21/hour - $45.48/hour
- 25% annual bonus target, paid quarterly
This is the compensation range for the role in the United States. Actual compensation may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, internal equity, and evolving business needs. While most offers are generally made within the middle of the range, final compensation is determined based on the factors above.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% employer-paid premiums for employees and their dependents on select plans
Company HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, 401(k), and commuter benefits
Employer-paid life and disability insurance
11 observed holidays and PTO plan
Up to 12 weeks of paid family leave
Continuing education reimbursement
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Figure will not sponsor work visas for this position. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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Skills Required
- 3+ years of underwriting experience
- Expertise in underwriting various loan products
- Familiarity with underwriting tools and systems (e.g., DU, LP)
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field
Figure Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Figure and has not been reviewed or approved by Figure.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is fully employer‑paid on select plans for employees and dependents, alongside company‑paid life and disability insurance and mental‑health support. This breadth and low out‑of‑pocket cost are highlighted as standout aspects of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is positioned as flexible with generous PTO, paid holidays, and sick time. Paid family leave is available for both birthing and non‑birthing parents.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity is broadly offered with renewal grants and the option to take performance bonuses as equity. This structure signals accessible ownership across roles.
Figure Insights
What We Do
Figure has applied blockchain technology across a series of real-world applications that are delivering real and immediate value to everyday consumers across sectors, including loan origination, private company cap table and fund management, security markets and payments. Figure has and continues to develop innovative products and services that seek to bypass traditional incumbents within the financial services industry. Simply put, Figure is delivering on the promise of blockchain technology. Over $15B in transactions have been conducted on the Provenance Blockchain, a layer 1 designed for financial services, built and deployed by Figure. As one of the first lenders to fully use blockchain technology, Figure is driving adoption across the lending ecosystem and providing stakeholders the benefit of an immutable record of asset ownership on the Provenance Blockchain. Figure’s HELOC product has enabled over 85,000 households across 45 states to unlock a combined $6 billion in equity from their homes. These lines of credit give people the opportunity to fund home improvement projects, secondary education, and more. Figure is a regulatory powerhouse, boasting over 200 lending, servicing and money transmission licenses, SEC approval as an Alternative Trading System, and FINRA approved broker-dealer status. While some fintech companies aim to compete with traditional banks, Figure has stuck to expanding use cases for blockchain in finance and creating tech-enabled solutions for deep financial change in the markets. The company's iterative approach to product development has helped it to meet the evolving needs of its customers.
Why Work With Us
Figure creates tech-enabled, cutting-edge solutions for deep financial change, meeting the evolving needs of its customers. As the only firm leveraging blockchain technology to create real-world applications and immediate value to everyday consumers, Figure is effectively bridging the gap between the digital asset and traditional finance spaces.
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