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Team Overview
The Data Science and Analytics team develops advanced analytics and artificial intelligence solutions that address complex business challenges and enable data-driven decision-making across TransUnion. The team translates business strategy into scalable analytics solutions designed to generate measurable impact. Working in a cross-functional environment, the team partners closely with Product, Engineering, and business stakeholders. This role reports to the Sr. Manager, Data Science and Analytics. This is a remote position which may require occasional in-person attendance at work-related events at the discretion of management.Role Overview And Core Responsibilities
Complete well-defined analytical assignments with guidance while building foundational knowledge in data science and analytics.
Deliver accurate, reliable, and timely analytical outputs that support business decision-making.
Prepare, analyze, and validate data to support data-driven business initiatives.
Apply statistical and analytical techniques to address defined business problems under guidance.
Follow applicable coding, data-quality, documentation, and analytical standards.
Support the development and improvement of scalable and repeatable analytical processes.
Collaborate with Product, Engineering, and business stakeholders to understand business context, requirements, and expected outcomes.
Provide progress updates, identify blockers, and participate actively in team discussions.
Document analytical methods, assumptions, findings, and results clearly.
Communicate insights through clear presentations and other appropriate formats.
Required Knowledge And Experiences
Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
At least one year of professional experience in data analysis, data science, or a related role.
Foundational to intermediate knowledge of data analysis and statistical concepts, with the ability to apply them to defined business problems.
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to deliver accurate work on time.
Clear communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to provide updates, raise blockers, document work effectively, participate in team discussions, seek feedback, and continuously improve.
Required Technical Skills
Foundational to intermediate programming knowledge using Python, R, or a similar programming language.
Foundational to intermediate knowledge of SQL (Structured Query Language) or comparable data-querying methods.
Ability to follow established coding and data standards when preparing, analyzing, and validating data.
Desired Skills
We’re also looking for the preferred skills below. Whether you are proficient or could use some brushing up, we’re happy to support your career development and growth in:
Experience using data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau to communicate analytical findings.
Exposure to ML (Machine Learning) concepts, data science workflows, or analytics-driven decision-making.
Familiarity with business domains such as customer success or fraud prevention.
Experience using Jira or a similar task-management tool and contributing to documentation, presentations, or knowledge-sharing sessions.
Ability to translate data insights into clear, actionable recommendations, with demonstrated curiosity and interest in learning new tools, technologies, and methodologies.
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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
Analyst, Data Science and Analytics
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, or a related quantitative field
- At least one year of professional experience in data analysis, data science, or a related role
- Foundational to intermediate knowledge of data analysis and statistical concepts
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Clear communication and collaboration skills
- Foundational to intermediate programming knowledge using Python, R, or a similar language
- Foundational to intermediate knowledge of SQL or comparable data-querying methods
- Ability to follow established coding and data standards
- Experience using Power BI or Tableau
- Exposure to machine learning concepts, data science workflows, or analytics-driven decision-making
- Familiarity with customer success or fraud prevention domains
- Experience using Jira or a similar task-management tool
- Experience contributing to documentation, presentations, or knowledge-sharing sessions
- Ability to translate data insights into clear, actionable recommendations
What the Team is Saying
TransUnion Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as strong, with multiple plan choices, reasonable deductibles, and access to mental‑health resources like Spring Health.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible Time Off for salaried roles, PTO for hourly roles, paid holidays, wellness days, and hybrid flexibility underpin generous time‑away options.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and caregiver benefits are emphasized, including 12 weeks of paid parental leave with a gradual return, adoption assistance, dependent‑care FSA, and Care@Work backup care from day one.
TransUnion Insights
What We Do
TransUnion is a global information and insights company that makes trust possible by ensuring that each consumer is reliably and safely represented in the marketplace. We do this by having an accurate and comprehensive picture of each person. This picture is grounded in our legacy as a credit reporting agency which enables us to tap into both credit and public record data; our data fusion methodology that helps us link, match and tap into the awesome combined power of that data; and our knowledgeable and passionate team, who stewards the information with expertise, and in accordance with local legislation around the world. Because of our work, organizations can better understand consumers in order to make more informed decisions, and earn their trust through great, personalized experiences, and the proactive extension of the right opportunities, tools and offers. In turn, consumers can be confident that their data identities will result in the opportunities they deserve. We make trust possible, so businesses and consumers can transact with confidence and achieve great things. We call this Information for Good®—it’s our purpose, and what drives us every day.
Why Work With Us
Our culture is welcoming, energetic and innovative. There’s an overall synergy that flows throughout TransUnion, creating a sense of unity in knowing that we’re all working to achieve the same overall goal. We’re dedicated to providing opportunities for our people to get involved and stay connected with their colleagues across the globe.
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