Automation Backend Developer
BruntWork
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Job Description
Overview
BruntWork is seeking a skilled Automation Backend Developer to architect and optimize custom automation solutions for a rapidly scaling multi-company operation. This role focuses on building proprietary backend systems that eliminate third-party middleware and drive operational efficiency across real estate, mortgage, and consulting verticals.
Schedule & Work Arrangement
This is a permanent work-from-home role under an Independent Contractor arrangement, offering flexible working hours aligned with New York time (approximately 20 work hours per week).
- Permanent work from home
- Immediate hiring
- Independent Contractor Perks
Key Responsibilities
- Debug and complete existing server automation setup involving cloud hosting, CRM systems, and real estate API integrations.
- Build and maintain sophisticated webhook systems that capture and process property data automatically.
- Develop custom server-side solutions to replace expensive middleware tools.
- Create seamless API integrations for real estate analysis tools and CRM systems.
- Implement automated workflows for property valuation and financial calculations.
- Design and build 10+ automation projects across real estate, mortgage, and consulting verticals.
- Maintain and optimize cloud server infrastructure for performance and reliability.
- Develop backend solutions for mortgage processing and partner automation needs.
- Collaborate on expanding automation capabilities to support business growth.
Required Skills and Experience
- Strong backend development experience with server management and API integrations.
- Experience with cloud hosting platforms (DigitalOcean preferred, open to others).
- Proficiency in webhook development and handling complex data flows.
- Experience with CRM integrations; GoHighLevel experience highly preferred.
- Experience with PowerShell and Microsoft server environments.
- Understanding of real estate or financial services APIs (Rentcast API experience is a plus).
- Ability to work independently on complex automation projects with minimal supervision.
- Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills for collaborating with business stakeholders.
- Self-motivated with the ability to manage a flexible schedule and consistently deliver results.
Additional Information
Candidates must have their own computer and reliable internet connection and are responsible for their own taxes and benefits. Professional hourly fees are established based on your performance in the application process. Please follow the provided link to BruntWork’s Career Site to finish your initial application requirements, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.
Key skills/competency
- Backend Development
- Server Automation
- API Integration
- Webhook Development
- Cloud Hosting (DigitalOcean)
- CRM Integration (GoHighLevel)
- PowerShell
- Microsoft Server
- Real Estate APIs
- Problem-Solving
How to Get Hired at BruntWork
- Tailor your resume: Customize your application to highlight strong backend development, automation, and API integration experience relevant to BruntWork's multi-vertical operations.
- Master BruntWork's assessment: Prioritize completing the technical check, assessment questions, and voice recording on their career site for priority review.
- Showcase independent work: Emphasize your ability to work autonomously on complex automation projects with minimal supervision, a key trait for BruntWork's independent contractor model.
- Highlight relevant tech: Demonstrate expertise in cloud hosting (DigitalOcean), CRM integrations (GoHighLevel), PowerShell, and real estate APIs like Rentcast.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Practice articulating your self-motivation, problem-solving skills, and effective communication, essential for remote collaboration at BruntWork.
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