Solution Architect

At TransUnion, 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 encourage everyone to pursue passions and take ownership of their careers. With the support of colleagues and mentors, our associates are given the tools needed to get where they want to go. Regardless of job titles, our associates have the opportunity to learn new things and be a leader every day. Come be a part of our team – you’ll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting‑edge technology. We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Solution Architect to lead the design, integration, and implementation of enterprise‑grade technical solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of system architecture, emerging technologies, and business alignment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assessing current systems, proposing innovative solutions, and guiding cross‑functional teams through the full project lifecycle—from concept to deployment. You will play a key role in shaping the technical direction of the organization, ensuring scalability, performance, and alignment with business goals. What You'll Bring: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience in a technical environment. Minimum of 8 years of hands‑on experience in software development and technical solutioning, particularly in product development. Background in financial services, especially electronic banking, is advantageous. Strong expertise in Domain‑Driven Design (DDD) and the architecture of large‑scale enterprise applications. Proficient in articulating technical solutions using standard UML diagrams, and capable of clearly illustrating customer journeys, application architecture, and infrastructure design. Proven experience in business requirements gathering, solution design, development, and systems integration across both Windows and Linux platforms using RESTful APIs. Familiarity with application servers such as JBoss and Tomcat, and relational databases including Informix, DB2, Oracle, and PostgreSQL. Hands‑on experience with Java, Spring Framework, Hibernate, Kafka, and Shell scripting is highly desirable. Solid understanding of object‑oriented programming and software engineering best practices. Knowledge of modern architectural patterns such as microservices and API‑first design. Experience in developing cloud‑native applications on AWS or Azure platforms is preferred. Exposure to CI/CD and DevOps tools such as Jenkins, Artifactory, Maven, and SonarQube is a plus. Strong debugging and problem‑solving skills with a focus on performance optimization. International work experience is a plus. Demonstrated leadership in managing development teams; experience leading offshore teams is an advantage. Passionate about the finance and banking industry. Self‑driven, eager to learn, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment. Strong team player with excellent multitasking and results‑oriented mindset. Impact You'll Make: Design, build, and integrate information systems to align with business needs and strategic goals. Analyze current and emerging technologies, both internal and external, to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation. Recommend and implement changes where appropriate. Communicate technical issues and limitations of current solutions to relevant stakeholders in a clear and timely manner. Evaluate the business impact of technical decisions and provide strategic recommendations and solution roadmaps. Identify and manage potential project constraints, including risks, timelines, resources, and scope. Review existing system architecture and collaborate with technical teams to recommend enhancements and improvements. Develop proof‑of‑concept (PoC) projects to validate proposed solutions and demonstrate feasibility. Collaborate with IT teams to ensure the availability and proper functioning of hardware and infrastructure required for projects. Document and track requirements for proposed updates and system enhancements. Define frameworks and coordinate contributions from cross‑functional teams to support solution implementation. Provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, including mentoring development teams and resolving technical challenges as they arise. Work closely with project managers to monitor progress and ensure successful delivery of initiatives. Deliver detailed technical specifications and define clear, actionable goals for all project phases. Capture and share best practices and lessons learned from new solutions and implementations. Regularly communicate new features, benefits, and updates to internal and external stakeholders. Engage with clients and internal teams to understand requirements and develop tailored, effective solutions. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr