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What We'll Bring:

We are looking for a motivated Associate Engineer to join our Marketing Solutions team. This role is ideal for early career engineers who are passionate about backend development and eager to learn in a polyglot environment using Java and Python. You will contribute to API development, microservices, SQL, and cloud friendly backend systems under the guidance of senior engineers.

What You'll Bring:

Required Qualifications

• 0–3 years of experience in software development or backend services.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Academic or project experience using Java or Python (at least one; both preferred).
• Understanding of:
  • Java Spring Boot or Python Flask
  • REST APIs and microservices fundamentals
  • SQL and relational databases
• Familiarity with version control (e.g., Git) and basic CI/CD concepts.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, curiosity, and willingness to learn.
• Good communication and collaboration skills.

Good to Have

• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS or GCP.
• Internship or project experience in backend development.
• Experience with PostgreSQL or backend data access patterns.

Impact You'll Make:

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and development of backend services using Java and/or Python.
• Build APIs and microservices using frameworks like Spring Boot (Java) or Flask (Python).
• Write and optimize SQL queries and gain experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL.
• Participate in code reviews, debugging, and troubleshooting backend issues.
• Work with CI/CD tools such as Git and Jenkins as part of the development workflow.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to understand requirements and deliver features.
• Demonstrate a learning mindset, ownership, and a “can‑do” attitude.
• Follow best engineering practices and contribute to a positive team culture.

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.

TransUnion Job Title

Assoc Developer, Applications Development