Full-Time

Software Engineer

Perpay

Perpay

51-200 employees

Interest-free paycheck-deducted installment payments

No salary listed

Philadelphia, PA, USA

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Category
Software Engineering (1)
Required Skills
Python
React.js
Vue.js
REST APIs
Flask
AngularJS
Django
Requirements
  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher or a recent graduate studying Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related technical field
  • 1 to 2 previous Software Engineering internships with a focus on fullstack software development
  • Experience with at least one backend application framework such as Django or Flask
  • Experience with frontend technologies such as React, Angular, or Vue.js
  • Knowledge of RESTful API design and integration
  • Experience with Python or another dynamically typed language
  • A strong focus on writing and deploying clear, readable, testable code
  • Ability to pick up new technologies quickly, with software engineering fundamentals being valued more than familiarity with specific tools or languages
  • Eagerness to learn, grow, and seek feedback from team members
  • Strong communication skills
Responsibilities
  • Develop, test, and release features for our customer-facing and internal platforms alongside the engineering team
  • Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to develop efficient and user-friendly solutions to support the complex needs of our business
  • Actively participate in design reviews, code reviews, and discussions to improve our software architecture and implement efficient processes within our engineering team

Perpay provides a platform for interest-free installment shopping. Users receive a spending limit based on a few questions and pay for their purchases through automatic deductions taken directly from their paychecks. Unlike many competitors that rely on traditional credit checks or high-interest loans, Perpay uses payroll integration to simplify the repayment process. The company's goal is to make significant retail purchases more accessible and affordable for people who want to avoid debt.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$2.5M

Headquarters

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Founded

2016

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • CFPB 2024 guidance on earned wage access legitimizes paycheck-deduction compliance framework.
  • Marqeta partnership enables scaled card issuance to 2 million members rapidly.
  • Credit score increases (32 points in three months) drive retention and referrals.

What critics are saying

  • Celtic Bank regulatory scrutiny over subprime lending halts credit card operations.
  • Marqeta outages or pricing increases cripple card issuance and repayments.
  • CFPB enforcement against deceptive BNPL practices forces shutdown or restructuring.

What makes Perpay unique

  • Automatic credit bureau reporting builds credit history unlike most BNPL competitors.
  • Paycheck-linked repayment model reduces default risk through direct deposit integration.
  • Income-based spending limits ($500–$2,500) target underbanked consumers systematically.

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Benefits

Competitive salary + company equity

401k with company match

Medical / Dental / Vision insurance

Pre-tax Public Transportation benefit

Relocation assistance

Student loan company match

Gym subsidy with City Fitness

Cell phone plan

Paid parental leave

Unlimited PTO

Optional work from home (WFH) up to 4 weeks per year

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

7%
PaySpace Magazine
May 8th, 2025
Perpay Selects Marqeta to Power Consumer Credit Card

Perpay selects Marqeta to power consumer credit card.