Software Engineer
On site
Manchester, United Kingdom
£ 50,000 / year
Full Time
04-04-2025
Job Specifications
Perch Group are searching for a Software Engineer.
At Perch Group, our vision is clear: to lead the UK debt purchase and collection industry by harnessing cutting-edge technology to drive ethical, efficient, and data-driven debt resolution.
Our annual mission is to empower hundreds of thousands of customers to positively engage with and resolve their outstanding debts. We do this through an empathetic and customer-centric approach that is at the heart of our success.
£50,000 + up to 20% of your annual salary, paid as a bonus.
This role is based at our Blackpool or Manchester Spinningfields office, with occasional travel to our Skipton office. We offer hybrid working options.
About Our Team
Perch Group houses data-driven services spanning the entire debt lifecycle, including BPO services, debt collection, debt purchase, reconnection, and litigation services.
Working in the Data and MI team, we are looking for a mid-level software engineer with good technical skills who has a general understanding of software development principles. The daily tasks would involve enhancing current functionality while also developing fresh features and integrating them with both internal services and external applications.
You'll make a major contribution by…
Working closely with senior software engineers, analysts, and project managers to ensure that projects are completed on time and to a high standard.
Developing new product features on the company platforms as per specification.
Troubleshooting and resolving platform issues and bugs with precision and efficiency.
Participating in code reviews.
Contributing to specifications.
Working and collaborating with product team members.
Producing quality code with a low defect count.
You should apply for this role if you have…
Knowledge
Knowledge of a Software programming lifecycle (SDLC).
Responsive UI design.
Knowledge of source control like Git and Azure DevOps.
Github and code repository controls.
Public Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP) and containerization tools.
Skills
C#
Design Patterns.
Tools and process to resolve complex issues.
Microsoft SQL
Strong SQL coding and structured/nonstructured data concepts.
Behaviours
Passion for programming and embracing new technology.
Passion for solving client challenges and commitment to client experience.
A growth mindset and proven desire for continuous learning and improvement.
Confident communicator, who can articulate problems and solutions just as clearly to the executive team as to engineering teams.
The Application Timeline
A first stage video call with the internal recruitment team (15 minute call)
A face to face or video call with the hiring manager (45 minutes- 60 minutes)
Typically, the average successful applicant will be within this timeline for 2-3 weeks. Please note we will close this role once we have enough applications for the next stages therefore you should submit your application asap to avoid any disappointment.
If you do not receive a response after 3 weeks of applying, please assume you have been unsuccessful as we may experience a high volume of applications.
If you have any questions or suggestions of how we can assist you in your application due to disability or personal reasons, please email recruitment@perchgroup.co.uk.
What’s In It For You
£50,000 + up to 20% of your annual salary, paid as a bonus.
This role is based at our Blackpool or Manchester Spinningfields office, with occasional travel to our Skipton office. We offer hybrid working options.
⏰ 37.5 hours per week. We offer flexible working hours between our core hours of 8am- 6pm, Monday to Friday.
The opportunity to complete formal qualifications and learn on the job in a successful, growing organisation.
And many more benefits to support your wellbeing and professional development.
We are an equal opportunities employer
We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, or veteran, neurodiversity or disability status.
At Perch, our strength lies in our team, their enthusiasm, and their passion for the business. Whether you’re looking to gain foundational skills in financial services, have a knack for customer service, or seek to expand your horizons, we likely have the perfect opportunity for you.
About the Company
Powered by technology. Driven by people. North of England-based Perch Group is one of the fastest growing and most ambitious debt purchase, collections, litigation and reconnection firms in the UK. To keep it simple for both clients and customers, we provide a one-stop-shop of market-leading, data-led services across the whole debt lifecycle: • Debt purchase – through Perch Capital, a specialist debt purchaser of regulated and unregulated unsecured debt portfolios (www.perchcapital.co.uk) • Debt collection services – throu... Know more
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