Job Description

Our NielsenIQ Technology teams are working on our new “Connect” platform, a unified, global, open data ecosystem powered by Microsoft Azure. Our clients around the world rely on NielsenIQ’s data and insights to innovate and grow.

As a Dynamics 365 Architect, you’ll be part of a team of smart, highly skilled technologists who are passionate about learning and prototyping cutting-edge technologies. Right now our Dynamics platform is based off of Azure on a common data model (CDM) and Microsoft Dataverse that leverage Power Platform to support things like CI/CD and integrations. When extending Dynamics applications, .Net is used to extend along with continuing to adopt the best in class cloud-native, low-code/no code technologies. Our team is co-located and agile, with central technology hubs in Chicago, Madrid, Toronto and Chennai.

What you’ll do

• Gather complex business requirements and translate those requirements into a solution design.
• Design flexible, scalable, and robust architecture for the Dynamics 365 platform needs.
• Participate in technical planning & requirements gathering phases including Design, code, test, troubleshoot, and document engineering software applications.
• Lead design sessions; architect and document solutions that are aligned with client business objectives
• Analyze client business processes to identify opportunities for improvements, perform gap analysis, document and translate business requirements into well-architected technical specifications and
• Develop solutions leveraging the Microsoft Dynamics 365, Flow, PowerApps, PowerBI and plugin design.
• Ensure that a consistent Quote to Cash look and feel is developed globally and consistently with the Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM system
• Assist business analysts and the development team in translating business requirements into functional requirements, according to Agile methodology
• Work directly with the Quote to Cash Leader and business owners to establish and prioritize development milestones to achieve an MVP system build and subsequent releases according to Agile methodology
• Perform technical solution reviews and provide recommendations to improve adoption and usage

We’re looking for people who have

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field
• 8-10 years of experience as a team member of successful software project implementations related to Dynamics 365.
• At least 8+ Years of Salesforce/Dynamics Configuration and Development experience.
• At least 2+ years of experience on Apttus CPQ
• Experience integrating with different systems using Webservices (REST or SOAP) or middleware.
• Strong understanding of environment management, release management, code versioning best practices, and deployment methodologies, systems architecture, and ability to design scalable performance-driven solutions preferred.
• Strong in Dynamics 365 out of the box configuration this includes Data Model Security, Process Automations and database design..
• Advanced knowledge of Dynamics data model, entities, workflows, and configuration.
• Should have worked in the Agile Project execution environment.
• Prior experience with Java or .NET technologies is a plus.
• Prior experience with a CRM migration project is a plus.
• Good understanding about the deployment techniques and change management.
• Strong Team Player, Critical Thinker, Analytical, and strong Problem-solving skills are required

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #LI-AK3

About NielsenIQ 

NielsenIQ is a global measurement and data analytics company that provides the most complete and trusted view available of consumers and markets worldwide. We provide consumer packaged goods manufacturers/fast-moving consumer goods and retailers with accurate, actionable information and insights and a complete picture of the complex and changing marketplace that companies need to innovate and grow. Our approach marries proprietary NielsenIQ data with other data sources to help clients around the world understand what’s happening now, what’s happening next, and how to best act on this knowledge. We like to be in the middle of the action. That’s why you can find us at work in over 90 countries, covering more than 90% of the world’s population. For more information, visit www.niq.com.

NielsenIQ is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran status or any other protected class.