Product Development Specialist

First Home Mortgage is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, mid-level Product Development Specialist to join our Middle River, MD corporate headquarters
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This is a full-time, remote position and an excellent opportunity for a Product Development Specialist. In this role, you’ll serve as the go-to expert on agency and investor guidelines, supporting both production and corporate teams while helping shape and improve our product offerings.

Salary Range: $72-84K.

• Develop, update, and maintain product guidelines, comparison grids, and related forms across internal platforms (intranet, LOS, pricing systems, and All Regs)
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of Agency and Non-Agency product guidelines
• Communicate product updates and changes clearly and promptly to relevant teams
• Act as a liaison between internal departments and investors/agencies for guideline clarifications, exception requests, and non-delegated underwriting scenarios
• Research and evaluate new investor products; identify opportunities that support production growth
• Respond to guideline questions from branch and corporate teams; assist with loan scenarios and exception research
• Support and coordinate product training for production staff

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Marketing, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in product development, product management, or a similar role within the mortgage or financial services industry
• Strong knowledge of mortgage products, market trends, and regulatory requirements
• Analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate product performance and identify opportunities
• Proactive approach with excellent project management skills and ability to manage multiple competing priorities at once
• Outstanding customer service approach with a collaborative mindset
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
• Excellent communication skills across all levels of the organization
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficiency in Optimal Blue preferred

• Comprehensive onboarding and hands‑on training.
• Mentorship from industry professionals.
• Defined career growth opportunities within the organization.