TransUnion

Lead Data Engineer (Java, Python, BigQuery)

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India (city only)

Full-time

First seen by offpeak October 22, 2026

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Team Overview

We are looking for the right individual to embrace the opportunity to tackle challenging problems and use their influence to drive continual improvement. You will use various methods to transform raw data into useful data systems. For example, you’ll create algorithms and conduct statistical analysis. Overall, you’ll strive for efficiency by aligning data systems with business goals. 

To succeed in this data engineering position, you should have strong analytical skills and the ability to combine data from different sources. Data engineer skills also include familiarity with several programming languages and knowledge of learning machine methods.

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

Responsibilities

Analyse and organize raw data

Build data systems and pipelines

Evaluate business needs and objectives

Interpret trends and patterns

Conduct complex data analysis and report on results

Prepare data for prescriptive and predictive modelling

Build algorithms and prototypes

Combine raw information from different sources

Explore ways to enhance data quality and reliability

Identify opportunities for data acquisition

Develop analytical tools and programs

Collaborate with data scientists and architects on several projects

Required Knowledge And Experiences

Requirements and skills

Previous experience as a data engineer or in a similar role

GCP experience is a must for this role

Experience with Big query, GCS, Dataflow and other tools and techniques used for building pipeline is a must

Good hands on experience in programming languages  (e.g. Java and Python)\

Technical expertise with data models, data mining, and segmentation techniques

Hands-on experience with SQL and NoSQL database design

Great numerical and analytical skills

GCP Data engineering certification is a plus

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 Job Title

Lead Engineer, Data Development