Senior Team Lead

Description

About the position: 

We're looking for a creative, technically strong team lead to guide a full-stack engineering team working on a complex, high-impact system. You'll own the evolution of key parts of our product, introduce better practices—including AI—and continue delivering features our customers love.

What You’ll Do

• Lead a team working across Python, Node.js, React, and Kubernetes.
• Solve tough technical challenges in a complex, evolving codebase.
• Introduce AI-driven tools and practices into the team’s daily work.
• Balance refactoring and evolution with steady delivery of new features.
• Foster a positive, collaborative culture and grow the team’s capabilities.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience as a Team leader.
• Strong technical leadership and a history of tackling complex systems.
• Solid experience with our stack: Python, Node.js, React, Kubernetes.
• A pragmatic mindset—able to work with older code that still drives value.
• A natural mentor who uplifts and energizes the team.
• Passion for using AI to improve how we build software.

About Optibus:

Optibus is a unified software platform revolutionizing public transportation planning, scheduling, and operations in over 8,000 cities worldwide. Using AI, ML, and optimization algorithms, it empowers agencies to design more efficient, equitable, and sustainable transit networks, enhancing passenger access, reducing emissions, and improving driver conditions. With offices globally and a team of 350+ employees, Optibus fosters a collaborative culture centered on innovation, determination, and impact. As the first unicorn in public transportation technology, Optibus is driving the modernization of mass transit to make it the preferred choice for cities and passengers alike.

Why Join Optibus?

• Be part of a company revolutionizing public transportation with cutting-edge technology.
• Collaborate with global teams passionate about sustainability and innovation.
• Enjoy a dynamic and inclusive workplace culture that values growth and creativity.
• We offer a hybrid work environment, with employees expected to be in the office two days a week at our London Wall office. The remaining days can be worked remotely to support work-life balance and flexibility.

Optibus is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire talented individuals, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, cultural background, religious beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. It is our responsibility at Optibus to provide an inclusive and accessible interview experience for all. We will provide reasonable accommodations for all candidates in need of individualised support during the hiring process.