Senior Software Engineer

Salary: $78,750 - 131,250 per year Requirements: We need 6+ years of experience designing, developing, testing, deploying, and supporting enterprise software applications, with a track record of delivering scalable solutions. We need experience building and supporting cloud-native applications and distributed systems, including containerized and Kubernetes-based deployments. We need experience leading technical initiatives, guiding solution design conversations, and applying software architecture and system design patterns to complex business needs. We need familiarity with Agile software development practices and cross-functional collaboration across product, architecture, engineering, design, and quality assurance. We need a bachelors degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field, or an equivalent mix of education and relevant professional experience. We need strong programming skills in Java, Python, and Bash or shell scripting, with experience using Spring Framework, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and microservices architecture. We need hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform, including Cloud Run, Cloud Functions, Cloud SQL, BigQuery, Bigtable, Pub/Sub, Cloud Storage, and Identity and Access Management. We need experience with Docker, Kubernetes, preferably Google Kubernetes Engine, Apache Kafka, PostgreSQL, and cloud database design and performance tuning. We need experience developing and maintaining continuous integration and continuous delivery pipelines using Git and automated deployment or infrastructure management tools. We need experience with unit, integration, and functional testing, as well as production debugging, logging, monitoring, Prometheus, and Grafana. Preferred: experience designing highly available, resilient, and scalable distributed systems. Preferred: experience developing event-driven architectures and streaming solutions. Preferred: knowledge of cloud security, scalability, and performance optimization principles. Preferred: experience supporting mission-critical production applications and participating in incident management. Preferred: familiarity with Harness, Puppet, Google Kubernetes Engine, and advanced observability practices. Responsibilities: We design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain scalable enterprise applications and services using Java, Python, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and microservices architecture. We lead the design and implementation of complex features across multiple components and distributed systems, ensuring our solutions are reliable, maintainable, and aligned with architectural standards. We build and support cloud-native solutions on Google Cloud Platform, including Cloud Run, Cloud Functions, Cloud SQL, BigQuery, Bigtable, Pub/Sub, Cloud Storage, and Identity and Access Management services. We improve application performance, scalability, database design, and system reliability through tuning, automation, and engineering best practices. We develop and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines, containerized deployments, and infrastructure processes using Git, Harness, Puppet, Docker, and Kubernetes. We troubleshoot complex production issues, perform root cause analysis, implement preventive measures, and take part in on-call and incident management processes. We enhance application observability by implementing monitoring, alerting, and logging solutions using Prometheus, Grafana, and cloud-based tools. We provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level engineers, conduct code and design reviews, and promote reusable code, automation, and engineering excellence. We partner with Product Managers, Architects, User Experience Designers, Quality Assurance teams, and other stakeholders to turn business requirements into scalable technical solutions. We participate in sprint planning, estimation, and Agile ceremonies while delivering commitments with a strong focus on quality, security, and reliability. Technologies: BigQuery Bash CI/CD Cloud Docker Git Grafana Incident Management Support Java Kafka Kubernetes PostgreSQL Prometheus Puppet Python REST SQL Security Spring Spring Boot microservices DevOps More: We collaborate with TransUnion to connect exceptional professionals for this role. This is a hybrid position, with work performed both virtually and in person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days per week. Our team designs, builds, and supports scalable, cloud-native software solutions that help deliver reliable business and customer outcomes. We work closely with Product Management, Architecture, User Experience, Quality Assurance, Platform Engineering, and Infrastructure teams. We offer a broad benefits package from day one, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; protection benefits; family support; retirement savings with employer match and ESPP; tuition reimbursement; flexible time off or paid time off depending on exempt status; paid holidays; commuter benefits; employee discounts; charitable matching; volunteer time off; and wellness resources. The U.S. base salary range for this position is $78,750 to $131,250 annually, with additional eligibility for bonus and other incentives depending on role and company guidance. We are committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and a Workforce for Good that empowers our people to grow, innovate, and contribute to our communities and customers. last updated 40 week of 2026