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Team Overview
As a Software Engineer (Java Backend), you will design and develop scalable, cloud-ready backend services that power fraud platform capabilities. You will work independently on complex features, contribute to system design, and collaborate closely with product, architecture, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.This role requires strong hands-on development expertise, ownership of deliverables, and the ability to solve moderately complex to complex technical problems with limited guidance. 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
- Design, develop, and enhance backend services and microservices for the fraud platform in collaboration with architects and product teams
- Contribute to system design discussions and help define scalable, reliable, and maintainable solutions
- Implement cloud-native solutions and actively support modernization of existing applications
- Develop, test, and maintain high-quality Java-based services following best practices and architectural guidelines
- Independently analyze and resolve complex technical problems, proposing effective and scalable solutions
- Drive integration of fraud point solutions into the broader platform with a focus on performance, scalability, and security
- Conduct and actively contribute to code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards and improving overall code quality
- Collaborate with DevOps and platform teams to improve CI/CD pipelines, automation, and deployment processes
- Troubleshoot production issues and ensure system reliability and availability
- Actively participate and contribute to Agile ceremonies (PI planning, sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives), ensuring delivery of committed work
- Take ownership of features/modules and drive them to completion with minimal supervision
- Mentor junior engineers and support their technical growth through guidance and feedback
- Proactively identify improvement opportunities in processes, tools, and code quality
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing clear updates, technical inputs, and solutions
- Build strong working relationships across teams and functions
- Solid experience in Java backend development (e.g., Spring Boot, REST APIs, microservices architecture)
- Good understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and cloud-native development practices
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to handle moderately complex to complex technical challenges independently
- Experience with API design, system integration, and distributed systems concepts
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and version control systems (e.g., Git)
- Understanding of data storage solutions (RDBMS and exposure to NoSQL systems) and messaging systems (e.g., Kafka)
- Awareness of performance optimization, scalability, and secure coding practices
- Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams
- Working knowledge of Agile methodologies and ability to contribute effectively in a team setting
- Continuous learning mindset with the ability to adapt to new technologies and evolving requirements
- 5–8 years of experience in backend or service-oriented application development
- Strong hands-on experience in designing, building, and maintaining Java-based applications (e.g., Spring Boot, REST APIs, microservices)
- Good understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, with practical experience in developing or deploying cloud-native applications
- Working experience with DevOps tools and practices (e.g., CI/CD pipelines, Git, Maven/Gradle) and familiarity with build and deployment automation
- Solid understanding of system design principles with experience contributing to and implementing scalable, distributed backend services
- Experience in API design and development, with a good grasp of RESTful principles and service integration patterns
- Good knowledge of data storage technologies, including relational databases and hands-on exposure to NoSQL systems (e.g., key-value, document stores)
- Experience or familiarity with messaging/event-driven systems (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ) in distributed architectures
- Understanding of designing and building reliable, high-availability, and performant systems (low latency, scalability, fault tolerance)
- Ability to independently analyze and solve moderately complex to complex technical problems
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively work across teams and stakeholders
- Working experience in Agile development methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) and ability to contribute actively to team delivery
- Experience working in cross-functional and distributed teams in a collaborative environment
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
- Ability to quickly understand business and technical problems, adapt to new technologies, and contribute effectively with minimal guidance
Required Knowledge And Experiences
- Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional, matrixed environments (e.g., Product, Engineering, Operations), contributing to alignment and delivery across teams
- Demonstrates adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment, proactively identifying improvement opportunities and driving continuous improvement initiatives
- Strong team player with a customer-focused mindset, able to confidently interact and collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple workstreams or features simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and consistently meet deadlines with minimal supervision
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 III, Applications Development
Skills Required
- 5-8 years of backend or service-oriented application development experience
- Strong hands-on experience in Java and Spring Boot
- Experience building REST APIs and microservices architecture
- Practical experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, Git, Maven or Gradle
- Experience with relational databases and exposure to NoSQL systems
- Experience or familiarity with messaging/event-driven systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ)
- Solid understanding of system design, distributed systems, scalability, and performance optimization
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
- Working experience in Agile development methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) and cross-functional teams
- Ability to mentor junior engineers and take ownership of features/modules
What the Team is Saying
TransUnion Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Parental & Family Support — Paid, gender‑neutral parental leave with a gradual return is highlighted alongside adoption/surrogacy/infertility support and backup care through Care@Work. Dependent‑care FSA options and caregiver assistance further bolster family support.
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Healthcare Strength — Day‑one medical, dental, and vision coverage is offered with HSA/FSA options, EAP/therapy sessions, 24/7 support, and wellness programming. Coverage extends to dependents and includes mental‑health resources.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan features no waiting period, an employer match, and immediate 100% vesting. Employees can also participate in an Employee Stock Purchase Plan to build long‑term financial security.
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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