At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead software development projects and mentor a talented engineering team.
- Company: Join Transport for NSW, a leader in integrated transport solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, diverse workplace, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Inclusive environment supporting diversity and career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a grand impact on transport systems while working with cutting-edge technologies.
- Qualifications: 7+ years in software development with strong leadership skills.
- Job category: Information & Communication Technology
- Job location: Parramatta, NSW, AU, 2150
- Job reference number:107235
You see the big picture, you've always worked on a grand scale, and now you're ready to re-focus on grand impact.
In this role, you'll
We currently have three temporary fixed-term opportunities available for experienced Senior Full Stack Developers (Tech Leads) to join a high-performing engineering team.
In this role, you will provide technical leadership across the full software development lifecycle, driving architecture decisions, mentoring developers, and delivering scalable, high-quality applications across both backend and frontend technologies.
You will work closely with product owners, architects, and key stakeholders to shape the technical roadmap while remaining hands‐on in development and engineering best practices.
About you
You are a highly experienced Full Stack Developer with a strong background in modern software engineering and technical leadership.
You thrive in collaborative Agile environments and enjoy mentoring developers while remaining hands‐on with coding, architecture, and delivery.
You have deep expertise across backend and frontend technologies, are passionate about engineering excellence, and can confidently engage with both technical and business stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions.
You will bring
- 7+ years of software development experience, including 2+ years in a Technical Lead or Tech Lead capacity.
- Strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and the Spring Framework.
- Proven hands‐on experience with Graph QL, including schema design, resolvers, and Apollo Federation (or similar federation approaches).
- Experience with API gateways such as Kong, Apigee, or similar platforms.
- Strong understanding of microservices, distributed systems, and event‐driven architectures.
- Cloud experience, ideally with AWS, including Lambda, EKS/Kubernetes, S3, and IAM.
- Experience building and managing CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Bitbucket Pipelines, Git Hub Actions, or similar tools.
- Strong SQL and relational database experience, with exposure to No SQL databases being advantageous.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
- Experience working within Agile/Scrum delivery environments.
- Experience leading technical design and architecture across backend and frontend applications.
- Strong mentoring capability with a passion for developing and uplifting engineering teams.
- Experience managing API gateway governance and driving engineering best practices.
- The ability to troubleshoot complex production issues and lead root‐cause analysis activities.
- AWS Certifications such as Solutions Architect or AI Practitioner.
- Experience with AWS Bedrock or Generative AI integrations.
- Experience with Kafka or other event-streaming platforms.
- Strong Docker and Kubernetes experience in large‐scale environments.
- Previous experience within regulated, government, or enterprise organisations.
Who we are
Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.
Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you'd like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.
Applications close 11:59 PM Thursday 20 August 2026
Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply.
Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.
Full Stack Developer - Vehicle employer: Transport for NSW
Transport for NSW is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing and work-life balance of its employees while delivering impactful infrastructure projects. Located in Newcastle, this role offers a collaborative work culture with opportunities for professional growth, as well as a commitment to diversity and inclusion, ensuring all voices are heard and valued. Join us in making a difference in the community while advancing your career in a supportive environment focused on achieving Net Zero goals.
