Senior Software Engineer

Company Description

NielsenIQ is a global measurement and data analytics company providing the most complete and trusted view of consumers and markets in more than 100 countries covering 90% of the world’s population. Focusing on consumer-packaged goods manufacturers and FMCG and retailers, we enable customers to defy what’s possible. How? We combine unparalleled datasets, pioneering technology, and the industry’s top talent to create insights that unlock innovation. Join us and change the landscape. 

Job Description

About this job

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, building, and operating a highly scalable, reliable, and secure enterprise platform that supports key business capabilities. You will be part of a highly skilled Agile engineering team and serve as a technical leader responsible for driving architecture decisions, delivering complex initiatives, and ensuring operational excellence. 

This role requires a strong engineering background combined with the ability to independently lead technical efforts, influence system design, mentor other engineers, and respond effectively to critical production issues. You will work closely with Product Management, Architecture, DevOps, and Engineering leadership to balance business priorities with technical excellence while continuously improving platform performance, scalability, reliability, and security. 

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design discussions and contribute to the long-term architecture and strategic direction of a cloud-based platform. 

• Evaluate technologies, frameworks, and architectural approaches to improve platform capabilities and operational efficiency. 

• Define scalable, secure, and maintainable software solutions aligned with business objectives and engineering best practices. 

• Independently design, develop, and deliver complex software solutions with minimal supervision. 

• Build and enhance cloud-native applications using modern software engineering practices. 

• Optimize application performance and user experience through proactive monitoring and performance tuning. 

• Perform root cause analysis and drive corrective and preventive actions to improve platform stability. 

• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers through coaching, code reviews, technical guidance, and knowledge sharing. 

Qualifications

Required qualifications

• 8+ years of hands-on software development experience in enterprise-scale applications. 

• Strong proficiency in Java and Angular. 

• Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, distributed systems, and microservices-based solutions. 

• Experience troubleshooting and resolving complex production issues in mission-critical systems. 

• Strong knowledge of relational databases (SQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL technologies (MongoDB). 

• Experience designing and supporting cloud-based solutions in Azure and/or AWS.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, or a related field. 

Optional qualifications 

• Familiar with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and Infrastructure as Code. 

• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized workloads. 

• Shell scripting and automation experience. 

• Experience implementing observability and monitoring solutions. 

• Knowledge of BPMN tools and workflow orchestration platforms.

Additional Information

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles:

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

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Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the