Backend Automation Developer
BruntWork
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Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a skilled Backend Automation Developer to architect and optimize custom automation solutions for a rapidly scaling multi-company operation spanning real estate investment, mortgage services, and business consulting.
This role focuses on eliminating costly third-party middleware tools and building proprietary backend systems that drive operational efficiency and significant cost savings. You will work on high-impact automation projects across multiple verticals, directly contributing to business profitability and scalable growth. This is an ideal opportunity for a backend developer who enjoys solving complex automation challenges and building systems that deliver measurable business results.
Job Highlights
- Hourly Rate: USD 9
- Number of Paid Hours Per Week: 20 hours
- Schedule: Flexible scheduling
- Work Arrangement: Remote / Work from home
- Client Timezone: New York (EST)
Independent Contractor Perks
- Permanent remote work setup
- Flexible schedule with outcome-focused expectations
- High-impact technical role influencing company-wide operations
- Opportunity to architect proprietary systems across multiple industries
- Exposure to diverse automation projects in real estate, mortgage, and consulting
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
Requirements
- 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
Key skills/competency
- Backend Development
- Automation
- API Integration
- Webhook Development
- Cloud Hosting (DigitalOcean)
- GoHighLevel CRM
- PowerShell
- Server Management
- Problem Solving
- Real Estate APIs
How to Get Hired at BruntWork
- Research BruntWork's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your backend development, automation, and GoHighLevel CRM integration expertise for BruntWork.
- Showcase problem-solving skills: Prepare specific examples of how you've debugged complex automation systems.
- Emphasize independent work: Demonstrate your ability to manage flexible schedules and deliver results autonomously.
- Understand industry specifics: Familiarize yourself with real estate, mortgage, and consulting automation challenges BruntWork addresses.
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