Sr. Associate - Software Engineering

The Sr. Associate - Software Engineering is responsible for maintaining software applications under the supervision and guidance of manager or lead engineers. This role provides technical skills through hands-on experience or formal training.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and enhances software applications under the supervision of a manager or technical lead.

• Participates in other application development projects as assigned.

• Learns and applies foundational AI/ML concepts in collaboration with senior engineers.

• Assists in integrating AI-powered APIs or services into existing applications.

Required

• Bachelor of Technology/Engineering or equivalent degree.

• 0–2 years of professional experience (internships and academic projects welcome).

• Familiarity with relevant programming languages (e.g., Java, C#, Python, HTML, SQL).

• Experience using Eclipse-based IDEs and working in Windows OS environments.

• Strong adherence to coding standards and ability to identify and resolve basic software issues.

• Exposure to AI/ML concepts through coursework, certifications, or personal projects.

Preferred

• MS or ME in Technology/Engineering or equivalent degree.

• Full stack development experience.

• Experience with JS-based rich web UI frameworks – especially React.js.

• Familiarity with NoSQL data storage solutions (e.g., MongoDB, DynamoDB).

• Exposure to event-driven and microservice architectures.

• Experience with AWS or other public cloud services.

• Interest or experience in integrating AI/ML models or APIs (e.g., OpenAI, Hugging Face, TensorFlow).

• MuleSoft development experience.

Starting Compensation

Hourly Rate: $29.71 - $36.06 (Amount based on office location, relevant experience, skills, and competencies)

If you are wondering why you should work for us, here is something to help you decide:

• Pay and Bonuses: Earn a competitive salary. All employees are eligible for monthly incentives or annual bonus.

• Career Progression: Grow at MCM with paid training and development programs – including our very own MCM Academy – as well as a promote-from-within philosophy.

• Reward and Recognition: We are committed to honoring great results – ranging from informal accolades to formal company-wide awards and prizes like all-inclusive vacations.

• Tuition Assistance: Pursue a degree or coursework related to your current role, or the role you are striving for.

• Healthcare Insurance: Take advantage of comprehensive healthcare plans and options to ensure your continued health, plus fitness membership reimbursements, weight watchers, our wellness rewards Program and more.

• Volunteering Opportunities: Enjoy up to eight hours of paid time off each year to volunteer. We also offer volunteer grants and matching financial donations, up to US$ 2,500 per employee annually.

• Retirement Savings: Build a strong financial foundation and reach your goals for the future. With all the effort you invest in us, we’re proud to invest in you.

• New Family Support: Celebrate your new arrival with company paid leave, new parent flex time, and child back-up care options.

• Team-building: Enjoy experiences that inspire bonds with your colleagues through a wide range of company-sponsored team-building events, such as holiday celebrations and department outings.

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy paid and floating holidays, as well as generous paid-time-off.

Our compensation and benefits programs were created with an 'Employee-First Approach' focused on supporting, developing, and recognizing YOU.  We offer a wide array of wellness and mental health initiatives, support volunteerism, and environmental efforts, encourage employee education through leadership training, skill-building, and tuition reimbursements, and always strive to provide promotion opportunities from within.

About Us

Headquartered in the United States, Encore Capital Group (Encore) is a publicly traded international specialty finance company operating in various countries around the globe. Through our businesses - such as Midland Credit Management and Cabot Credit Management - we help consumers to restore their financial health as we further our Mission of creating pathways to economic freedom. Our commitment to building a positive workplace culture an