Software Engineer (NET Core/ ASP.NET Core Web API. Azure) at NielsenIQ

Chennai, tamil nadu, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

.NET Core, ASP.NET Core, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), C#, System Design, Microservices, Docker, Kubernetes, Azure DevOps, SQL Server, RESTful APIs, CI/CD, OAuth, JWT, Object-Oriented Programming, Performance Tuning

Industry

Software Development

Description

Job Description We are looking for a skilled .NET Core Developer with experience in building cloud-native, scalable applications on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). The ideal candidate should have strong fundamentals in system design principles, and experience developing high-scale applications serving ~300K users. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable web applications using .NET Core / ASP.NET Core Build and deploy microservices-based applications on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Apply system design principles (scalability, resiliency, fault tolerance, performance optimization) Architect solutions to support high user traffic (~300K users) with optimal performance Develop RESTful APIs and integrate with third-party services Work with containerization (Docker) and orchestration via Kubernetes Implement CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps / GitHub Actions) Optimize application performance, database queries, and API response times Collaborate with cross-functional teams (DevOps, QA, Product) Ensure application security, monitoring, and logging Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following best practices Required Technical Skills Core Technologies Strong experience in .NET Core / ASP.NET Core Proficiency in C#, Web API development Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Cloud & DevOps Hands-on experience with Azure Cloud Experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Knowledge of Docker & Kubernetes Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines System Design Understanding of: Scalable system architecture Microservices patterns Load balancing and caching strategies High availability & fault tolerance Experience handling medium-to-high scale systems (~300K users) Database Experience with SQL Server / Azure SQL Performance tuning and indexing Other Skills Knowledge of API security (OAuth, JWT) Experience with logging & monitoring tools (Application Insights, ELK, etc.) Familiarity with message queues/event-driven systems (Service Bus, Kafka – optional) Good to Have Experience in Domain-Driven Design (DDD) Exposure to event-driven architecture Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments Soft Skills Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking Ability to design systems with scalability and reliability in mind Good communication and collaboration skills Ownership mindset 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: 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

Responsibilities

Design and develop high-performance, scalable cloud-native web applications and microservices using .NET Core on Azure Kubernetes Service. Architect solutions to support high user traffic of approximately 300K users while ensuring security and optimal performance.