IT Data Architect

Company: Perch Group
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Perch Group are searching for a Data 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.

We’re looking for a Data Engineer to support the development of our modern data platform and contribute to our transition toward metadata driven and configuration led engineering. This role is ideal for someone with strong fundamentals in data engineering who is ready to grow into more advanced automation focused work.

You will build and maintain data pipelines, contribute to reusable engineering patterns, and work alongside senior engineers to uplift automation, data quality, and delivery standards.

Build, maintain, and enhance data pipelines using Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Python and T SQL. Apply parameterisation, configuration, and reusable components in ADF and Databricks where appropriate. Assist in developing and refining data models and data warehouse layers. Contribute to code reviews, documentation, and quality improvement initiatives. Participate in DevOps practices such as CI/CD, automated testing, and version control.

Troubleshoot and resolve pipeline issues, ensuring stability and data accuracy. Monitor pipeline performance and help implement improvements. 3+ years T SQL including joins, transformations, stored procedures, and performance basics~3+ years Azure Data Factory, including pipeline development, parameter usage, and basic templates~2+ years Python Experience~ Experience working with data warehouses and structured modelling concepts~ Strong understanding of ETL/ELT practices and data centric engineering

Basic PySpark optimisation or Delta Lake performance tuning Experience using Azure DevOps (repos, pipelines) Understanding of data governance, data quality tooling, or lineage concepts Experience in regulated environments or financial services

A face-to face or-video call with the hiring manager (45 minutes)

50,000 + up to 20% of your annual salary, paid as a bonus.~ This role can be based at either our Blackpool or Manchester office.~We offer flexible working hours between our core hours of 8am- 6pm, Monday to Friday.~ And many more benefits to support your wellbeing and professional development.

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.

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.

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.PLEASE NOTE – As we are financial services company, we are required to run DBS and Credit Checks on all of our successful candidates….

Posted: May 23rd, 2026