Senior Data Engineer

Stagecoach Group Limited
Stockport
1 month ago
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Head of Talent Acquisition & Employability at Stagecoach Group

  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Based at Stockport, with hybrid working
  • Permanent role

Looking for a role where your skills with data can make a real difference to millions of customer journeys?


At Stagecoach, we’re on a mission to put data at the heart of decision-making. As a Senior Data Engineer, you’ll play a vital role in designing and building the data infrastructure that underpins how we operate, from creating a single source of truth to enabling smarter, faster, and evidence‑based decisions across the business. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cloud platforms, modern data tools, and a passionate team of data, analytics, and insight professionals, helping us shape the future of transport.


What you’ll be doing:

  • Supporting in the delivery of data that informs the whole business
  • Designing, building, and deploying data pipelines within the Stagecoach Integration Platform (SIP) and Data Warehouse.
  • Delivering systems to store and retrieve large volumes of data securely and efficiently.
  • Integrating data from multiple sources, leveraging APIs, applications, and external systems.
  • Developing, monitoring, and improving the quality, performance, and reliability of our data & integration platform.
  • Working closely with the wider Data, Analytics & Insight team to deliver end‑to‑end data products.
  • Ensuring all solutions meet information security and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborating with colleagues across Central Functions and Operating Companies to deliver data capabilities that support strategic goals.

What we’re looking for:

  • Strong expertise in Python and SQL for data integration and engineering.
  • Strong expertise with cloud platforms (AWS preferred, but Azure/GCP also welcome).
  • Expertise in data warehousing tools (e.g. Redshift, Snowflake) and concepts.
  • Understanding of industry‑standard best practice on how to model data for the most efficient storage and retrieval.
  • Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach.
  • Mentorship and leadership skills on complex deliverables.
  • Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex technical issues clearly to non‑technical audiences.

Why Stagecoach?

  • The chance to shape the future of data at one of the UK’s largest transport operators.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous pension scheme, holiday allowance, free bus travel for you and a companion, and retail & leisure discounts.
  • A supportive and collaborative working environment where your expertise will have real impact.
  • Opportunities to grow and develop your career in a high‑profile, business‑critical team.

Our working environment

Stagecoach is proud to be an inclusive employer. We foster a welcoming culture where everyone is respected, supported, and given the tools to thrive. You’ll also have access to employee networks, wellbeing resources, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to support you and your family.


Ready to engineer the data foundations that keep Stagecoach moving?

Click apply today — we can’t wait to welcome you on board.


Stagecoach is proudly an inclusive employer, striving for a culture where everyone can be themselves and where all the differences people bring are truly appreciated. We welcome applications from all, irrespective of gender, ethnicity, race, religion, beliefs, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, or age.


Location

Stagecoach Shared Service Centre One Exchange, 20 Railway Road Stockport SK1 3SW


Seniority level Mid‑Senior level


Employment type Full‑time


Job function Information Technology


Industries Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage


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