James Klein Jr
About James Klein Jr
James Klein Jr. serves as an Encompass Integrator at Blend in Everett, WA, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in software development and project management within the mortgage industry, having held various roles at multiple companies over the years.
Work at Blend
James Klein Jr has been serving as an Encompass Integrator at Blend since 2020. In this role, he focuses on integrating Encompass software solutions to enhance operational efficiency. His work contributes to the overall performance of the company, which is based in Everett, WA. Klein's experience in the mortgage technology sector supports his responsibilities at Blend.
Previous Employment History
Before joining Blend, James Klein Jr held several positions in the technology and mortgage sectors. He worked as an Encompass Developer at MortgageTech for two months in 2019 and served as a Senior Software Engineer at Lender Toolkit for three months in 2020. His tenure at LoanStar Home Lending as a Programmer Analyst lasted three years from 2015 to 2018. Additionally, he worked as a Senior Programmer at The Design League Inc. in 2010 and as an Encompass Administrator at Evergreen Home Loans from 2014 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
James Klein Jr earned both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Business Administration in Information Management from California State University-San Bernardino. He completed his BA from 1998 to 2004 and his MBA from 2004 to 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in software development and integration within the mortgage industry.
Achievements in Software Development
Throughout his career, James Klein Jr has made significant contributions to software development in the mortgage industry. He developed business intelligence software that allows for remote access to reports, enhancing data accessibility for mortgage companies. He also created business rules to address compliance gaps during the transition to HMDA 2018, which streamlined loan data correction processes. Klein's efforts have led to a reduction in the number of touches per loan, saving substantial time in loan processing.
Training and Development Initiatives
James Klein Jr has experience in conducting corporate and branch-level training sessions, both in-person and via webinars. He developed branded training materials focused on loan processes and troubleshooting within the Encompass system. His training initiatives aim to enhance the skills of team members and improve overall operational efficiency.