Senior Data Engineer at NielsenIQ

Pune City, maharashtra, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Java, Snowflake SQL, SQL Queries, Data Transformation, Backend Services, OOP Concepts, SOLID Principles, Design Patterns, Spring Framework, CI/CD Pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, DevOps Practices, Mathematical Modeling, Statistics, Data Science

Industry

Software Development

Description

Job Description Job Title: Senior Software Engineer Location: Pune About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled and analytical Senior Software Engineer to join our high performing development team and contribute to a data-driven platform that leverages Java and Snowflake SQL. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of software engineering and data science, and who enjoys solving complex problems with elegant, scalable solutions. Job Description Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java. Write and debug efficient and optimized SQL queries for data transformation and reporting. Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and product managers to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Design and develop features aligned with Data Science specifications, leveraging a solid foundation in mathematical and statistical principles to ensure accuracy and performance. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, Git and DevOps practices. Conduct code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to analysis and architectural decisions. Troubleshoot and resolve performance bottlenecks and production issues. Ensure code quality, scalability, and maintainability through best practices and testing Qualifications 7+ years of professional experience in software engineering with a focus on backend and data systems. Strong proficiency in writing, debugging and optimizing complex SQL queries against large data sets. Excellent knowledge and expertise on OOP concepts, SOLID principles and Design Patterns. Proficiency in Java and Spring Framework. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured approach to debugging and optimization. Familiarity with mathematical modeling, statistics, or data science concepts. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Preferred Qualifications Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies Exposure to AI tools like MS Copilot. Experience with Snowflake or other cloud-based data warehouses. Familiarity with cloud platforms, preferably Azure. Experience with data science tools (e.g., Python, R, Jupyter Notebooks) Additional Information Enjoy a flexible and rewarding work environment with peer-to-peer recognition platforms. Recharge and revitalize with help of wellness plans made for you and your family. Plan your future with financial wellness tools. Stay relevant and upskill yourself with career development opportunities. Our Benefits Flexible working environment Volunteer time off LinkedIn Learning Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP) 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

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java while writing and debugging efficient SQL queries for data transformation and reporting. Collaborate with data scientists and product managers to translate business requirements into technical solutions.