* Based in Stockport with hybrid home working
* Full-time permanent, competitive salary + bonus + pension
* Reporting to Head of Digital Delivery
Looking to take the lead in shaping smarter, greener, digital transport solutions?
At Stagecoach, we're not just keeping people moving, we're transforming how they travel. We're looking for a hands-on Java Tech Lead to join our friendly and innovative tech team based in Stockport. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy mentoring others, and love solving complex technical challenges, this role could be your next big move.
What you'll be doing:
* Leading a small, agile development team
* Driving clean, scalable and reliable system development
* Working closely with Product, Architecture and QA teams to deliver new features and product enhancements
* Maintaining high coding and quality standards while modernising legacy systems
* Mentoring junior developers and sharing knowledge across the team
* Supporting our ambition to deliver personalised, seamless travel experiences through smart digital platforms
What we're looking for:
* Strong hands-on experience with Java and Spring frameworks
* Proven track record in delivering large-scale, high-availability, data-driven web applications
* Experience working with AWS cloud services
* A structured, pragmatic approach to development and problem-solving
* A collaborative mindset with great communication skills
* Passion for clean code, continuous learning and mentoring others
* Bonus points if you've worked with: Python, GoCD, Jenkins, Terraform, Open Trip Planner, Postman, MySQL/Aurora, Redis, or SQL
Why join Stagecoach?
* A chance to lead projects that impact millions of daily journeys
* Friendly, supportive team and flexible working culture
* Investment in your personal growth and technical development
* A hybrid work model
* Competitive salary and benefits, including pension scheme, bonus, 25 days holiday & bank holidays, free travel for you and a companion, and discounts across retail and leisure
Our working environment
Stagecoach is proud to be an inclusive employer. Across our teams, we foster a welcoming space where everyone can be themselves, thrive, and do meaningful work. You'll also have access to wellbeing resources and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to support you and your family.
Ready to lead the future of travel tech?
Click apply today, we can't wait to welcome you on board.