Product Engineer

About Serac Group

Serac Group is a UK based technology company leading the digital transformation of the property, planning and local government sectors. Through our suite of platforms including SeracTech, Ibex, Planda and our upcoming launch Rafter, we are reshaping the future of property data, planning intelligence and civic technology.

We are one of the largest providers of AI and backend software to local government in the UK, supporting over 270 councils in how they read, manage and process planning applications. Our strategic partnership with Idox PLC allows us to deliver high impact, scalable solutions across both the public and private sectors.

Our platform Ibex supports around 85 percent of all UK property transactions, providing local authority search data to conveyancing professionals and powering approximately 3,000 property transactions a day. We also supply reliable property and planning data to major comparison sites such as GoCompare and Compare the Market, along with 18 of the top 20 UK mortgage lenders, including NatWest and Barclays.

At Serac Group, our mission is to build intelligent and connected systems that link people, data and decisions, enabling better outcomes in planning, property and place.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Product Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role is designed to bridge the gap between the CTO and Head of Product, combining strong technical knowledge with product strategy and execution. As a Product Engineer, you will work closely with both the technical and product teams, ensuring seamless collaboration and translating ideas into tangible solutions.

You will manage the intersection of product design, technical implementation, and project management, ensuring that our products are delivered on time and meet the highest standards of quality. If you have a solid foundation in full-stack development and are looking to leverage both your technical and product skills, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Strategy: Collaborate with the Head of Product and CTO to define product requirements, design specifications, and delivery timelines. Work alongside Alice to ensure clear implementation of our strategy and efficient execution of tasks.

• Proof of Concept Development and Requirements Handoff: Developing proof of concepts (PoCs) for features to validate and communicate product requirements, which are then handed over to the broader development team for further implementation.

• Design to implementation Oversight: Work with Anastasiia in our Design team to ensure that design requirements are understood and met. Manage the transition from design to implementation by breaking down complex projects into clear, actionable tasks.

• Task Delegation & Management: You will be responsible for breaking down the project into actionable tasks and delegating them to the appropriate teams.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Be the key point of contact between the product, design, and engineering teams, ensuring alignment and smooth communication between all parties.
  
  
  

Must-Have Requirements

• Experience: At least 1-2 years of experience in full-stack development.
  
  
  

• Technical Expertise: Proficiency in technologies such as TypeScript, Node.js, SQL, and modern web frameworks.
  
  
  

• Project Management Skills: Ability to manage and track multiple tasks, balancing technical execution with product needs. Experience in managing timelines, breaking down complex projects, and delegating tasks.
  
  
  

• Product Knowledge: Solid understanding of product development processes, with the ability to communicate effectively with product managers, designers, and engineers.
  
  
  

• Collaboration: Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across teams to ensure that products are delivered on time and meet specifications.
  
  

Desirable Skills

• Experience with containerisation technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.

• Understanding of cloud platforms - AWS.

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and practices.

• Experience working in a startup environment, where adaptability and hands-on work are key.
  
  

Rewards

• Unlimited Holiday to recharge and maintain work-life balance.

• Opportunities for Fast Career Growth in a rapidly scaling company.

• Ongoing Training & Development to support your professional growth

• A Great Team & Company Culture with regular socials and team events.

• Mentorship Program to help you grow and succeed in your career.

• Dog-Friendly Office for animal lovers.

Monthly Pension Scheme to help you plan for the future.

Why Serac Group?

We’re on a mission to redefine the future of construction and planning through AI and technology. At Serac Group, we believe that innovation is driven by collaboration, passion, and trust. We hire talented individuals who are passionate about solving problems and making an impact. Our values guide everything we do:

• Customer First: We’re obsessed with helping our customers succeed because their success drives ours.

• Innovation: We challenge industry norms and create solutions that make a difference.

• Passion: We are driven by the desire to build products that change the way industries operate.

• People: We hire based on values and create a workplace where everyone can thrive and grow.
  
  
  

If you’re excited about the opportunity to shape the future of product engineering at Serac Group, we’d love to hear from you!