Empowering Homebuyers: Building the Backend for Fetch Agent

As the Senior Backend Developer on the Fetch Agent project, I had the opportunity to contribute to a platform that’s reshaping how people find and work with real estate agents. Unlike traditional real estate platforms that focus solely on property listings, Fetch Agent empowers buyers to find agents based on what matters most to them—experience, commission structure, contract terms, and more.

About the Platform

Built by Commonwealth Media, Inc., Fetch Agent stands out by putting people first in the home-buying journey. It allows users to filter and connect with real estate agents based on preferences that align with their unique needs, such as:

  • Agent experience (years in the field)
  • Preferred contract length
  • Flat fee vs. commission structure
  • Agent availability and specialization

My Role

I led the backend development efforts, ensuring the platform was fast, scalable, and secure. My responsibilities included:

  • Designing and implementing RESTful APIs to power the web frontend, and admin portal
  • Architecting the backend with scalability in mind to handle high user traffic and large datasets
  • Developing agent filtering, ranking, and search logic
  • Integrating secure user authentication and data protection features
  • Implementing admin-level controls for agent approval, content moderation, and user management

I also contributed to the frontend and admin dashboard, supporting development tasks and feature enhancements to streamline user and staff workflows.

The Impact

Fetch Agent provides a seamless experience for homebuyers to find agents that match their specific needs. Whether users are new buyers navigating the market for the first time or seasoned investors looking for seasoned professionals, the platform simplifies what is traditionally a complex process. It’s real estate matchmaking done right—with personalization, transparency, and control.

By working closely with the product and front-end teams, I helped ensure a cohesive experience across every layer of the platform. From backend infrastructure to UI polish, we built a tool that brings clarity and empowerment to homebuyers everywhere.