Engineer

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Team Overview

We are looking for a skilled Engineer to join our Marketing Solutions team. The ideal candidate will bring strong backend engineering experience in Java . This role requires solid fundamentals in API development, microservices, SQL, and cloud ready architectures, along with strong collaboration and problem solving skills.

This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week.

Role Overview And Core Responsibilities

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in backend service development.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in backend development using Java.
• Experience with:
  • Java Spring Boot
  • API and microservices design
  • SQL and relational databases (preferably PostgreSQL)
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Git and Jenkins.
• Strong problem‑solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal collaboration abilities.
• High personal commitment, accountability, and team orientation.

Good to Have

• Experience building or scaling large distributed systems.
• Exposure to marketing technology, customer segmentation, or analytics solutions.

Required Knowledge And Experiences

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java
• Build and enhance APIs and microservices using frameworks such as Spring Boot (Java)
• Write efficient SQL queries, stored procedures, and data access logic, preferably using PostgreSQL.
• Contribute to building scalable, maintainable backend systems in a polyglot environment.
• Participate in CI/CD activities using tools such as Git and Jenkins.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues across the backend service stack.
• Collaborate closely with teammates, product managers, and senior engineers to deliver high‑quality solutions.
• Demonstrate strong ownership, communication, and a “can‑do” attitude in day‑to‑day work.
• Contribute to cloud‑aligned development practices; exposure to AWS or GCP is a plus.

TransUnion Overview:

At TransUnion, we encourage and are committed to creating a real, positive impact and shared sense of purpose within our Workforce for Good , which empowers our people to grow, innovate and contribute to a better future for our communities and customers. We strive to build an environment where our associates are in the driver’s seat of their professional development— while having access to help along the way. We recognize that success comes when our associates thrive both professionally and personally; that’s why we prioritize work/life flexibility and offer resources for our teams across the globe to collaborate and drive excellence.

Be a part of our Workforce for Good – you’ll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology.

TransUnion Job Title

Engineer, Applications Development