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Architects, Software Development for Chicago, IL location. Lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and resilient cloud-native infrastructures. Focus on AWS cloud services, Kubernetes orchestration, and modern DevOps practices, enabling high-performance development and deployment workflows across teams. Architect and implement cloud infrastructure solutions using AWS or GCP Cloud. Design and manage Kubernetes clusters for containerized applications at large scale, 10s of thousands of TPS and 99.999% reliability. Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines to support automated testing and deployment. Define and enforce Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) standards using Terraform or CloudFormation. Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate DevOps best practices into the software development life cycle. Implement robust monitoring, logging, and alerting systems using tools like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, or AWS CloudWatch. Ensure compliance with security and governance policies across cloud and container environments. Evaluate emerging technologies and tools to continuously improve DevOps capabilities. Help mentor junior software engineers and promote a culture of automation, reliability, and scalability. Technical Environment: Kubernetes, Istio, Docker, OpenSearch, Ansible, Terraform, Python, Jenkins, GIT, Prometheus, Apache HTTPD, Nginx, Oracle WebLogic (11g/12c), Tomcat, Oracle SOA/BPM(11g/12c), Oracle OSB(11g/12c), Linux/UNIX, Python, ANT, Shell Script, STIR/SHAKEN, Branded Call Display, Rich Call Display, fraud call detection, spam call identification, and robocall mitigation.
Job Requirements
*Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or a related field plus 2 years of experience in software development required. Required Skills: Kubernetes, Istio, Docker, OpenSearch, Ansible, Terraform, Python, Jenkins, GIT, Prometheus, Apache HTTPD, Nginx, Oracle WebLogic (11g/12c), Tomcat, Oracle SOA/BPM(11g/12c), Oracle OSB(11g/12c), Linux/UNIX, ANT, Shell Script, STIR/SHAKEN, Branded Call Display, Rich Call Display, fraud call detection, spam call identification, and robocall mitigation. Some telecommuting permitted. (*Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or a related field plus 5 years of progressive experience in software development also acceptable.)
Benefits & Pay Scale Information:
TransUnion provides flexible benefits including flexible time off for exempt associates, paid time off for non-exempt associates, up to 12 paid holidays per year, health benefits (including medical, dental, and vision plan options and health spending accounts), mental health support, disability benefits, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave, adoption assistance, fertility planning coverage, legal benefits, long-term care insurance, commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, charity gift matching, employee stock purchase plan, 401(k) retirement savings with employer match, and access to TransUnion's Employee Resource Groups. Spousal, domestic partner, and other eligible dependent coverage is available on select health and welfare plans.
The U.S. base salary range for this position is $165,693/yr-$165,693/yr + benefits (www.transunion.com/about-us/careers/life-at-tu).annually. Regular, fulltime non-sales positions may be eligible to participate in TransUnion's annual bonus plan. Certain positions may also be eligible for long-term incentives and other payments based on applicable company guidance and plan documents.
We are committed to being a place where diversity is not only present, it is embraced. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Benefits that support every part of your life:

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

For Your Health: Enjoyday-one eligibilityfor medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus supplemental plan options. Spousal, domestic partner, and other eligible dependent coverage is available on select plans. Choose taxadvantagedHSAandFSAaccounts to make everyday care more affordable.

For Your Protection: We've got your back withcompanypaid basic life and AD&D, optionalvoluntary life and AD&Dfor you and your family, andshort and longterm disability. You can also opt into alegal plan,pet insurance, andtravel accident coverage.

For Your Family: Fromadoption assistance and fertility planning coveragetocaregiver support, we're here for every chapter. AccessDependent Care FSA for possibility of an employer match, a complimentaryCare@Workmembership, andup to 12 weeks of paid parental leavewith eligibility for a thoughtful, gradual return.

For Your Future: Build toward what's next with our401(k) with employer matchandEmployee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Tapfinancial wellness resources,career coaching, and optionallongterm care insuranceto plan confidently.

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

For Your Wellness: Access24/7 supportincluding professionaltherapy,coaching, and emotional wellbeing programs alongside guided meditation and resources that supportphysical, mental, social, and financial wellness.

We are committed to being a place where diversity is not only present, it is embraced. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, TransUnion takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in all levels of employment and develops annual affirmative action plans. Components of TransUnion's Affirmative Action Program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are available for review to any associate or applicant for employment upon request by contacting ERCoE@transunion.com.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.

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.

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.

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TransUnion LLC