Software Developer, Integrations & Automation

HomeXpress – Your Leading Non-QM Mortgage Lender. Join our growing team and be part of the Top Non-QM Lender in the Business. We are known for closing mortgage loans with speed, ease, and convenience. Licensed in 46 States, we provide brokers with a full suite of mortgage products, including VA, FHA, & FHLMC. If you have a service first mentality and thrive in a fast-paced environment, HomeXpress is the place for you. Join us as we continue to grow and expand our business to the Non-Delegated Correspondent Channel! Job Title: Software Developer, Integrations & Automation Department: Information Technology Reports To: VP, Software Development FLSA Status: Exempt Management: No Salary Range: $150,000 – 160,000/yr PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: The Software Developer, Integrations & Automation is responsible for designing, developing, supporting, and improving software applications, integrations, APIs, data exchanges, and automation solutions that support HomeXpress business operations. This role serves as a key in-house technical contributor for the Broker Portal and related mortgage application ecosystem. The position combines hands-on software development, system integration, vendor connectivity, and business process automation. This role supports day-to-day production, enables internal code review, improves integration stability, and delivers automation solutions that reduce manual loan processing activities and lower the overall cost to originate. The Software Developer, Integrations & Automation works closely with business stakeholders, offshore development partners, vendors, QA, Business Analysts, Infrastructure, and IT leadership to deliver reliable, scalable, secure, and maintainable technology solutions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Design, develop, maintain, and support enterprise software applications, APIs, integrations, automation solutions, and data exchange processes. Serve as a technical owner for assigned applications, ensuring long-term maintainability, stability, performance, and alignment with business objectives. Develop code for application enhancements, production support issues, integrations, and automation initiatives. Support strategic automation projects that reduce manual loan processing activities, improve operational efficiency, and lower cost to originate. Design, build, and support internal and external integrations between HomeXpress systems, vendor platforms, and third-party services. Develop and maintain APIs, web services, file-based interfaces, and other data exchange mechanisms. Establish and follow API design standards, integration patterns, and documentation practices. Create and maintain data mapping documentation, interface specifications, file exchange documentation, and API/data flow documentation. Monitor interface and integration health to identify failures, data issues, processing delays, or operational risks. Troubleshoot vendor integration issues and coordinate resolution with internal teams, offshore developers, and third-party technology providers. Participate in code reviews to improve code quality, maintainability, security, and adherence to development standards. Collaborate with offshore development partners to review technical designs, validate proposed solutions, and support knowledge transfer. Assist with production deployments, release support, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and post-release validation. Work with Business Analysts, Product Owners, QA, Operations, and business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions. Develop and maintain technical documentation, support documentation, solution designs, integration diagrams, and operational runbooks. Ensure software and integration solutions meet security, compliance, audit, and regulatory requirements. Identify technical debt, application support risks, and opportunities to improve system stability, scalability, and maintainability. Promote knowledge sharing, cross-training, and collaboration across internal and external technology teams. DESIRED PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Strong Technical Problem Solver Integration-Focused Thinker Process Automation Mindset Accountability and Ownership Business Acumen Analytical Thinking Strong Communication and Collaboration Detail-Oriented Documentation Discipline Continuous Improvement Mindset Customer Focus Adaptability JOB REQUIREMENTS: 5+ years of professional software development experience. Hands-on experience developing and supporting applications using C#, .NET, PHP, or similar enterprise development technologies. Experience designing, developing, and supporting APIs, integrations, data exchanges, and business application interfaces. Strong SQL and database development skills, including data analysis, data mapping, and troubleshooting. Experience supporting production applications, resolving defects, and performing root cause analysis. Experience with source control, code review practices, DevOps processes, and software deployment practices. Experience working with offshore development teams, vendor partners, or external technology providers. Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions, integration designs, and automation opportunities. Strong documentation skills, including technical specifications, data mappings, API documentation, and interface support documentation. Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with business users, technical teams, vendors, and leadership. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, operationally focused environment. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field preferred. Equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of degree. EXPERIENCE: Experience with mortgage lending, financial services, banking, or other regulated industries preferred. Experience supporting loan origination systems, broker portals, document workflows, pricing systems, or mortgage operations platforms preferred. Experience developing or supporting workflow automation, process automation, or operational efficiency initiatives preferred. Experience with vendor system integrations, third-party APIs, file transfers, and data exchange processes preferred. Experience with Azure cloud services, CI/CD pipelines, and modern application development practices preferred. Experience modernizing, enhancing, or supporting legacy applications preferred. Experience working in Agile/Scrum or hybrid software delivery environments preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position is in an office setting with computer and general office equipment. The position requires the ability to move freely around within the department and other department locations. Hybrid or remote work environment. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.