Junior Automation Specialist

About Pixel Systems

Pixel Systems is a compact, fully remote software agency dedicated to developing internal tools that organizations depend on for seamless operations. Eschewing flashy marketing, their focus lies on admin panels, CRM integrations, and database migrations using reliable technologies such as Node.js, React, and Postgres. The team values functional software over unnecessary meetings or complex planning, offering fixed-price projects with weekly demonstrations and comprehensive documentation.

Role Overview

As a Junior Automation Specialist, you will collaborate on a project for a Berlin-based logistics firm, primarily facilitating software interoperability to eliminate manual data transfers between spreadsheets. Your tasks include creating and maintaining data pipelines linking inventory systems, shipping databases, and reporting tools. This full-time position offers an opportunity to start your career by engaging with practical software solutions in a remote work setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integration scripts to transfer data across various logistics software platforms.
• Connect APIs with custom dashboards and internal tools to streamline data flow.
• Conduct testing of integrations ensuring data accuracy and timely updates.
• Identify and resolve issues in automation scripts to support continuous operations.
• Coordinate remotely through digital communication platforms while managing your workload independently.

Candidate Profile and Requirements

• Organized and curious mindset with a basic coding ability to tackle straightforward problems.
• Comfortable asking questions when encountering challenges, prioritizing clear, maintainable code over complex solutions.
• Proficient in backend-oriented tasks focused on functional value rather than visual appeal.
• Logical problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn about APIs and database interactions.
• Some experience or familiarity with Node.js, JavaScript, RESTful APIs (JSON), SQL, Postgres, and version control systems like GitHub is advantageous but not mandatory.

Work Environment at Pixel Systems

The company fosters a transparent and trust-based remote culture, emphasizing straightforward communication and autonomy without excessive supervision. You'll receive guidance from senior developers while working on meaningful automation projects that reduce operational frustrations for clients. The environment favors steady progress and software longevity over frantic, short-term efforts.

Additional Information

This is a paid, permanent role with compensation aligned to market standards, reflecting the critical nature of the position within the project. Pixel Systems emphasizes honesty, attention to detail, and a passion for automating manual business workflows.