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Junior Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Button Finance
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2026
Junior CTO (Path to CTO) – Mortgage TechnologyRemote (U.S. Eastern Hours Required)Compensation$100,000 annually (flexible based on experience and capability)Full-time positionImmediate start availableBenefits401(k) planMedical, Dental & Vision InsurancePaid Time Off (PTO)Paid Sick DaysPaid VacationAbout the Company:We are a fast-growing U.S.-based mortgage company building a high-performance, technology-driven lending platform. We currently rely on external vendors for technology and are now bringing engineering in-house. We are seeking a highly capable Junior CTO with a clear path to CTO for the right individual. This is a hands-on engineering leadership role, not a vendor management position.About the Role:This is a full-time remote position requiring overlap with U.S. Eastern business hours. This is a high-intensity growth role (approximately 50–60 hours per week).You will:Own and optimize our Encompass Loan Origination SystemBuild, customize, and automate workflows within EncompassDevelop integrations across mortgage technology platformsInterface with pricing engines, CRMs, compliance tools, and operational systemsDesign and build internal tools to improve efficiency for loan officers and operationsImplement and integrate AI/LLM tools into mortgage workflowsReduce vendor reliance by building internal solutionsArchitect scalable infrastructure as we growEventually build and lead an internal engineering teamThis role requires someone who is both strategic and deeply technical — comfortable writing production-level code while also thinking long-term about systems architecture.What We’re Looking For (Required Experience):Strong hands-on experience with Encompass LOS:CustomizationSDK usageAPI integrationsBusiness rule automationExperience integrating mortgage-related platformsBackend development experience (C#, .NET, Python, or similar)Experience building APIs and system integrationsFamiliarity with AI tools and LLM integrationAbility to work independently without direct technical oversightIdeal Traits:Builder mentality; willing to execute, not just manageHigh ownership and accountabilityStrong problem-solving abilityComfortable operating in a fast-paced growth environmentLeadership potential with desire to grow into CTOWe care more about skill, impact, and execution than years of experience.How to Apply:Please submit your resume along with a brief overview of:Your Encompass experience (specific projects and integrations)Mortgage software platforms you’ve worked withSystems you’ve builtExperience implementing AI toolsWe are moving quickly and will prioritize candidates who demonstrate strong technical depth and mortgage technology expertise.Junior CTO (Path to CTO) – Mortgage TechnologyApply today & join us a Junior Chief Technology Officer where you can make a significant in advancing your career in the mortgage industry.Company DescriptionA better way to lend.

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