Principal Architect, Data and Analytics Platform Engineering
TransUnion
2 - 5 years
Bengaluru
Posted: 28/04/2026
Job Description
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What We'll Bring:
We are seeking a highly technical and visionary Sr. Director for Data and Analytics Platform Engineering. This individual contributor role demands deep expertise in designing, developing, and managing data and analytics platforms across multi-cloud hybrid infrastructures. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on technologist with a strong background in cloud-native architectures, data engineering, and platform scalability.Key Responsibilities
· - Architect and implement scalable data and analytics platforms across multi-cloud and hybrid environments.
· - Lead the design and development of cloud-native data pipelines, storage solutions, and analytics services.
· - Ensure high availability, performance, and security of data platforms.
· - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align platform capabilities with business requirements.
· - Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies to enhance platform capabilities.
· - Establish best practices for data governance, metadata management, and data quality.
· - Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams.
· - Drive automation and DevOps practices for continuous integration and deployment of data services.
What You'll Bring:
Required Technical Skills
· - Expertise in cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
· - Strong proficiency in containerization and orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes.
· - Experience with data lake and data warehouse technologies: Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift, Azure Synapse.
· - Hands-on experience with ETL/ELT tools and frameworks: Apache Airflow, dbt, Informatica.
· - Proficiency in programming languages: Python, Java, Scala, SQL.
· - Knowledge of distributed computing frameworks: Apache Spark, Hadoop.
· - Experience with real-time data streaming: Apache Kafka, AWS Kinesis, Azure Event Hubs.
· - Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools: Terraform, CloudFormation.
· - Strong understanding of security and compliance in cloud environments.
· - Experience with monitoring and logging tools: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack.
· - Knowledge of data governance frameworks and tools: Collibra, Alation.
· - Understanding of API design and microservices architecture.
Impact You'll Make:
Qualifications
· - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
· - 18+ years of experience in data engineering and platform development.
· - Proven track record of building and scaling data platforms in multi-cloud environments.
· - Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
· - Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
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
Principal Architect, Software DevelopmentAbout Company
TransUnion is a global information and credit reporting company that provides credit risk, fraud detection, and identity management solutions. It collects and analyzes data on individuals and businesses, offering insights to help organizations make informed decisions about lending, risk management, and consumer behavior. TransUnion serves various industries, including finance, insurance, healthcare, and government, providing services that support credit scoring, fraud prevention, and regulatory compliance. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, TransUnion operates worldwide to help businesses manage risk and empower consumers to understand and improve their financial health.
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