Senior Platform Engineer

TransUnion • Greenwood Village, CO

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

At TransUnion, we have a welcoming and energetic environment that encourages collaboration and innovation we’re – consistently exploring new technologies and tools to be agile. This environment gives our people the opportunity to hone current skills and build new capabilities, while discovering their genius. Come be a part of our team – you’ll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting-edge technology. 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. We are looking for a Senior Platform Engineer to join our Crypto Security Engineering Team, where you'll help build and secure the infrastructure powering our cryptographic services. This role is ideal for engineers who are passionate about platform reliability, security, and scalability in high-stakes environments. You’ll work closely with security, developers, and DevOps teams to design and maintain secure, resilient platforms that support global cryptographic operations.

Requirements

• Strong experience with Linux system administration and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in Python and shell scripting for automation and tooling.
• Proficiency in Terraform or similar IaC tools.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP networking, firewalls, and secure communication protocols.
• Hands-on experience with Docker.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and secure deployment practices.
• Experience with cloud platforms, preferably GCP.
• Understanding of SRE principles, including monitoring, alerting, and incident management.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Kubernetes or other orchestration platforms.
• Experience working in security-conscious environments, preferably in crypto or fintech.
• Knowledge of cryptographic protocols or key management systems.
• Exposure to security monitoring, threat modeling, or compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001).

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure, scalable infrastructure for crypto-related services.
• Develop automation tools and scripts using Python and shell scripting to streamline operations.
• Manage and optimize Linux-based systems in production environments.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support secure and efficient deployments.
• Work with Docker and containerized environments to support cryptographic workloads.
• Ability to write and apply Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles using tools like Terraform.
• Monitor and troubleshoot TCP/IP networking issues across distributed systems.
• Collaborate with security engineers to ensure platform compliance with best practices and regulatory standards.
• Leverage Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to build cloud-native, secure infrastructure.
• Apply Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) principles to improve system reliability and incident response.

Benefits

• Enjoy day-one eligibility for medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus supplemental plan options. Spousal, domestic partner, and other eligible dependent coverage is available on select plans. Choose tax‑advantaged HSA and FSA accounts to make everyday care more affordable.
• We’ve got your back with company‑paid basic life and AD&D, optional voluntary life and AD&D for you and your family, and short‑ and long‑term disability. You can also opt into a legal plan, pet insurance, and travel accident coverage.
• From adoption assistance and fertility planning coverage to caregiver support, we’re here for every chapter. Access Dependent Care FSA for possibility of an employer match, a complimentary Care@Work membership, and up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave with eligibility for a thoughtful, gradual return.
• Build toward what’s next with our 401(k) with employer match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Tap financial wellness resources, career coaching, and optional long‑term care insurance to plan confidently.
• Grow and recharge with tuition reimbursement, flexible time off for exempt employees or paid time off for nonexempt employees, up to 12 paid holidays per year, commuter benefits, employee discounts, charitable gift matching, and paid volunteer time off, plus corporate volunteer events that make it easy to give back.
• Access 24/7 support including professional therapy, coaching, and emotional well‑being programs alongside guided meditation and resources that support physical, mental, social, and financial wellness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed