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Sr. Consultant, Systems Engineer

TransUnion · Burlington, WI · $98,000–$135,000 a year · Full time

Posted Jun 30, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you took a high-level business problem and turned it into a detailed technical design.

What they are checking: Whether they can bridge business intent and buildable design, which is the core of this role.

Describe a time you helped resolve defects during UAT. What was your role?

What they are checking: Whether they stay involved through delivery and can trace defects back to requirements or design gaps.

How do you support and lead the team members working on your designs?

What they are checking: Whether they make sure the team has the tools, clarity and help it needs, as the posting asks.

What would you do

Developers say your design will not work as written. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Openness to feedback from builders and the ability to revise designs without losing architectural intent.

Business stakeholders and architects want different things from the same system. How do you align them?

What they are checking: Ability to surface tradeoffs plainly and guide people toward a decision both sides can accept.

About the work

What goes into a good system context diagram, and who is it really for?

What they are checking: Whether they create design artifacts that help real audiences understand boundaries and dependencies.

Walk me through how you would design an API spec for a service that other regional and third-party systems will call.

What they are checking: Attention to contracts, versioning, errors and security when many systems depend on one interface.

How do you make sure data stays consistent when the same information moves between global, regional and third-party systems?

What they are checking: Understanding of integration patterns, sources of truth and reconciliation across distributed systems.

What non-functional requirements do you always ask about, and why?

What they are checking: Whether they think about performance, availability, security and scale before they become production problems.

How would you design an interface that handles consumer credit data securely?

What they are checking: Awareness that a credit bureau's designs must protect sensitive personal data at every hop.

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The full job description

As published by TransUnion.

TransUnion's Job Applicant Privacy Notice Team Overview The Sr. Consultant, Systems Designer will bridge the gap between business needs and technology while translating high level business problems and architectural visions into detailed, actionable technical designs working in collaboration with architects, developers and stakeholders.

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 • Bridge the gap between business needs and technology. Translate high level business problems and architectural visions into detailed, actionable technical designs working in collaboration with architects, developers and stakeholders. • Create/coordinate the creation of detailed design artifacts including system context diagrams, logical data models, API specs, non-functional requirements. • Define/coordinate the definition of interactions between multiple systems (global, regional, 3rd party) to ensure data consistency, system performance and security. • Provide guidance during development lifecycle, assist with UAT and defect resolution. • Provide strong leadership to team members, ensuring tools and support are in place for team success. • Partner with key business stakeholders to align business objectives and provide expert guidance. • Coordinate activities of internal resources and external consultants. • Engage with global teams and/or vendors to ensure maintenance of critical systems and processes in adherence to best practices and operational excellence. • Assist with identification of departmental budgetary needs associated with projects and activities. • Lead the development of strategic system management deliverables including requirements gathering and solution implementation. • Oversee and monitor the development and execution of core processes including Release Management and Technical Currency Plan. Required Knowledge And Experiences • Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in a systems analyst/designer role, including 5 years of progressive leadership experience. • Experience in designing end to end systems flow including UI / user experience. • Solid understanding of SDLC, release management, change management, QA/testing processes, and application/systems security related to critical production systems. • Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and business leaders. • Ability to lead, own and be accountable for technology systems, projects and ongoing maintenance. • University degree in computer science or related field. • Experience working collaboratively with global, remote internal teams and external IT vendors. • Excellent communication skills with both business and technology contexts. • Experience in performing business analysis, collecting requirements, and developing/designing solutions. • Experience in DevOps and agile environments. • Knowledge of technologies such as Confluence, Jira, APIs. The expected pay range for this position is $98,000 - $135,000 annually. The pay information provided for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of expected compensation for this job. At TransUnion, actual compensation is based on careful consideration of many factors such as (but not limited to) an individual’s education, training, work experience, job related skill set, location, and industry knowledge, as well as the scope and responsibilities of the position and market considerations. In addition, variable compensation is based on applicable company guidance and plan documents as well as performance. This job posting is for an existing vacancy. The opening is to backfill a previously held position. Accommodation is available, including for applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. 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's Internal Job Title: Sr Consultant, Information Systems Engineering

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