Senior Developer Platform Engineering

TransUnion

Chicago, UShybrid$79k-$131k/yrPosted Jul 15, 2026
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Team Overview

This role is for a Senior Developer Platform Engineering who will report into a Senior Manager for DevOps and operate as a member on one of the core teams responsible for enabling new features and optimizing strategic Analytics platforms across TransUnion. Our multi-Petabyte platforms support a diverse community of internal and customer-based data scientists, statisticians, modelers, product developers, and data strategists.

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

Function as a core team member within one of our Agile teams for platform engineering

Implement and deploy leading-edge analytics environments including software, end-user tools, and other data services

Collaborate with product owners and team members on requirements and implementation approaches for addressing demand and challenges

Design and Develop tools and services enabling end-user productivity and system integrations

Partner with business resources to troubleshoot issues, manage capacity, and plan for the optimization and expansion of environments

Assist in technology innovation activities such as research, evaluations, and prototyping

Train, coach, and support users on environment, tools, and services

Maintain and ensure availability and quality of systems

Required Knowledge and Experiences

3+ years of hands-on experience in a system administration and/or software development profession

Proficiency working in a Linux-based environment, including scripting and system administration

Proficiency in one or more programming languages, such as Java or Python, automation tools, must – Ansible and/or Terraform, preferred – Puppet, Chef

Experience of working on Cloud Infrastructure/deployment work preferably with AWS Cloud and experience working within CI/CD environments and a passion for automation and system quality

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems Management or equivalent experience

Benefits that support every part of your life:

At TransUnion, we design benefits to help you feel well, do well, and plan well - from day one.

For Your Health : Enjoy day-one eligibility for medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus supplemental plan options. Spousal, domestic partner, and other eligible dependent coverage is available on select plans. Choose tax‑advantaged HSA and FSA accounts to make everyday care more affordable.

For Your Protection : We’ve got your back with company‑paid basic life and AD&D, optional voluntary life and AD&D for you and your family, and short‑ and long‑term disability. You can also opt into a legal plan, pet insurance, and travel accident coverage.

For Your Family : From adoption assistance and fertility planning coverage to caregiver support, we’re here for every chapter. Access Dependent Care FSA for possibility of an employer match, a complimentary Care@Work membership, and up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave with eligibility for a thoughtful, gradual return.

For Your Future : Build toward what’s next with our 401(k) with employer match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Tap financial wellness resources, career coaching, and optional long‑term care insurance to plan confidently.

For You : Grow and recharge with tuition reimbursement, flexible time off for exempt employees or paid time off for nonexempt employees, up to 12 paid holidays per year, commuter benefits, employee discounts, charitable gift matching, and paid volunteer time off, plus corporate volunteer events that make it easy to give back.

For Your Wellness : Access 24/7 support including professional therapy, coaching, and emotional well‑being programs alongside guided meditation and resources that support physical, mental, social, and financial wellness.

Adherence to Company policies, sound judgment and trustworthiness, working safely, communicating respectfully, and safeguarding business operations, confidential and proprietary information, and the Company’s reputation are also essential expectations of this position.

Pay Scale Information:

The U.S. base salary range for this position is $78,750.00 - $131,250 annually. *The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation for this job. At TransUnion, actual compensation is based on careful consideration of additional factors such as (but not limited to) an individual’s education, training, work experience, job-related skill set, location, and industry knowledge, as well as the scope and responsibilities of the position and market considerations. Regular, fulltime non-sales positions may be eligible to participate in TransUnion’s annual bonus plan. Certain positions may be also eligible for long-term incentives and other payments based on applicable company guidance and plan documents.

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's Internal Job Title:

Sr Developer, Applications Development

Company:

TransUnion LLC

Compensation

This Software Engineer role pays $79k-$131k/yr. Within typical range for software engineer roles in United States.

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