Java Backend Engineer at NielsenIQ

Chennai, tamil nadu, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Java Backend Development, Micro-services, Containerized API Services, Agile Software Development, Application Performance, Code Quality, OOP, Design Patterns, Spring, Docker, Kubernetes, Cloud Environments, Testing Methodologies, Unit-testing, TDD, Mocking

Industry

Software Development

Description

Company Description Job Description Java Backend Engineer, Chennai About this job At NIQ, we deliver the most complete and clear understanding of consumer buying behavior that reveals new pathways to growth. Our NIQ Activate team is working on our new SaaS platform that serves leading retailers globally. Our clients around the world rely on Activate’s insights to innovate and grow. We are looking for a Java Backend to join our R&D team. This is a highly technical position in an exciting new development area we will be introducing into our retail analytics business platform. The Backend Software Engineer is responsible for building new product solutions for our rapidly expanding customer base, working with the top server side technologies in an open, collaborative and innovative environment. Responsibilities: Responsible for implementing micro-services from design to production. Take ownership of development, maintenance, testing strategy, design discussions, and operations of the team, with containerized API services Participate in all aspects of agile software development including design, implementation, and deployment. Responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of new product features / components Ensuring application performance, uptime, and scale, maintaining high standards of code quality and thoughtful application design Work with a small, cross-functional team on products and features to drive growth. Learning new tools, languages, workflows, and philosophies to grow Research and suggest new technologies for boosting the product. Have an impact on product development by making important technical decisions, influencing the system architecture, development practices and more. Qualifications Must have: B.Sc. in Computer Sciences or similar At least 2 years of experience in Java backend development Profound knowledge in OOP and design patterns Experience and knowledge of server-side technologies such as java, spring Experience with Docker containers, Kubernetes and Cloud environments Expertise in testing methodologies (Unit-testing, TDD, mocking) Fluent with Relational databases. Good problem-solving and analysis abilities Excellent team player with strong communication skills Advantage: Experience with Azure / GCP cloud services Experience with large scale SQL / NoSQL databases Experience with Agile Development, or Extreme Programming methodologies Additional Information Our Benefits Flexible working environment Volunteer time off LinkedIn Learning Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP) 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: https://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/ai-safety-policies. 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. For more information, visit NIQ.com Want to keep up with our latest updates? Follow us on: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook 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 https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion Career Site Team: Technology

Responsibilities

The engineer will be responsible for implementing micro-services from design through production, taking ownership of development, maintenance, testing strategy, design discussions, and operations for containerized API services. They will also participate in all aspects of agile software development, ensuring application performance, uptime, and scale while maintaining high code quality.