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Our mission is to offer a positive, empowering, and transparent property financing experience, simplified from start to finish.\nBorrowers benefit from rates that are often lower than those offered by the big banks, along with an exceptional end-to-end mortgage experience powered by best-in-class AI technology. Fast, simple, and fully digital, nesto has been recognized as CLA Lender of the Year for three consecutive years. That's the bright side of mortgages.\nNesto Group\nNesto Group is Canada's leading provider of mortgage technology and financing solutions, with more than CAD $80 billion in residential and commercial mortgages under administration. Trusted by many of the country's leading financial institutions, we combine over 50 years of mortgage expertise with proprietary cloud and AI technology to transform the future of lending.\nPowered by our proprietary cloud and AI technology, nesto has become one of Canada's fastest-growing mortgage lenders, gaining market share across direct-to-consumer (D2C) residential lending, the broker channel, and multi-family commercial lending. Recognized as one of Deloitte's Fast 50 companies for three consecutive years, we continue to push the industry forward through innovation, technology, and customer-focused solutions.\nOperating through our family of brands-CMLS,nesto, andNesto Cloud -our mission is to build Canada's mortgage ecosystem of the future and create a true Canadian champion in lending technology and financial services. Learn more at: https://nestogroup.ca/\nLife at nesto\nAt nesto, we're passionate about challenging the status quo and building a better mortgage experience and saving money on their mortgages for Canadians. We foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and creativity where every team member is empowered to take ownership, make an impact, and grow. If you're looking to solve meaningful problems alongside ambitious, supportive teammates, you'll feel right at home here.\nWork Location\nThis is a remote-first role open to candidates anywhere in Canada. You'll have the flexibility to work from home or from any of our offices nationwide.\nWhy We Are Hiring\nnesto's AI Stream is building Maestro, our AI underwriting and lending engine. Maestro reads documents, applies credit policies automatically, and generates clear, auditable decisions in minutes. 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That's why we offer a comprehensive rewards package designed to help you thrive at every stage of your career.\nCompetitive Rewards - Competitive compensation, performance incentives (where applicable), and recognition for your contributions.\nHealth & Wellness - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, Health & Wellness Spending Accounts (where applicable), telemedicine, Employee Assistance Programs, and mental health support for you and your family.\nTime to Recharge - Generous vacation (4 weeks), floater days, and statutory holidays to help you recharge.\nPlanning for the Future - RRSP matching to support your long-term financial wellbeing.\nFamily Support - Enhanced maternity and parental leave top-up programs.\nLearning & Growth - Education assistance, mentorship, training, and opportunities to build your career across Nesto Group.\nTools for Success - Modern technology, collaborative teams, and the resources you need to do your best work.\nDiversity, Equity & Inclusion\nAt Nesto Group, we believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. 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