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Team Overview
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Full Stack Developer to join a newly formed engineering team in Costa Rica, supporting TransUnion’s global platforms. The team is responsible for the ongoing development, enhancement, and operational support of the TUCP Portal, a critical global platform that supports TransUnion users worldwide. Team members collaborate closely with partners across the United States, India, and Costa Rica to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions that drive business value and operational excellence. This role reports to the Sr. Director, Web Development. 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
- Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions using modern backend technologies (.NET, Java, or similar).
- Build responsive and efficient front-end applications using modern frameworks (Vue.js, Angular, React, or similar).
- Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices-based architectures.
- Act as an active contributor in software development projects, delivering high-quality code and features.
- Support the global TUCP Portal by investigating, troubleshooting, and resolving complex issues escalated from L1 and L2 support teams while driving long-term platform stability and performance improvements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a global Agile environment across the United States, India, and Costa Rica.
- Take ownership of assigned features and ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
- Optimize database performance and implement efficient data models.
- Participate in CI/CD processes and contribute to automation, quality, and operational improvements.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and propose effective technical solutions to complex business and platform challenges.
Required Knowledge And Experiences
- 2 to 4 years of hands-on experience in software development with demonstrated contributions to enterprise or large-scale applications.
- Strong backend development experience using .NET, Java, or similar technologies to build scalable and maintainable solutions.
- Experience working with microservices architecture and modern software design principles.
- Hands-on experience working in Agile Scrum environments and collaborating with distributed global teams.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Strong experience developing cloud-native applications in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or similar cloud platforms.
- Experience with modern front-end frameworks such as Vue.js, Angular, React, or similar technologies.
- Solid knowledge of SQL and databases, including both relational and non-relational systems.
- Experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs and integrating distributed systems.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automation tools, and software quality practices.
- Experience supporting critical enterprise platforms in a production environment.
- Experience collaborating with distributed teams across multiple time zones.
- Familiarity with AI-powered development tools, coding assistants, automation, and productivity solutions.
- Experience working with Linux environments and scripting.
- Experience with Big Data technologies such as Apache Spark.
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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
Developer, Applications Development
Skills Required
- 5 to 8 years of hands-on experience in software development
- Strong backend development experience using .NET, Java, or similar technologies
- Experience with modern front-end frameworks (Vue.js, Angular, React, or similar)
- Strong experience working in cloud platforms (GCP preferred or similar)
- Solid knowledge of SQL and databases, including relational and non-relational systems
- Experience working with microservices architecture and modern system design
- Hands-on experience working in Agile Scrum environments
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and a strong focus on automation and quality
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Availability to support and collaborate with teams aligned to US time zones
What the Team is Saying
TransUnion Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare is described as comprehensive with day-one medical, dental and vision coverage, plus HSA/FSA options and expanded mental-health support via Spring Health. Feedback suggests coverage depth and immediate eligibility are notable strengths.
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Parental & Family Support — Family support includes paid parental leave with a gradual return, adoption and caregiver assistance, and backup care through a Care@Work membership. External recognition highlights inclusive offerings such as fertility support and bereavement provisions.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off programs feature flexible time off, paid holidays, two global wellness days, and paid volunteer time. Feedback suggests these leave elements contribute meaningfully to work-life balance.
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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