Software Engineer, Chennai
Our NielsenIQ Technology teams are working on revamping multiple platforms, 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 Frontend Software Engineer, 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 CDAR platform is concentrating on application convergence with the latest UI technologies with Reactjs and backend services with Spring boot technologies and leverage Jenkins to support things like CI/CD and integrations. Java 8 is primarily used to extend platform features along with continuing to adopt the best-in-class cloud-native, cloud-agnostic technologies. Our team is co-located and agile, with central technology hubs in Chicago, Madrid, Toronto, Chennai and Pune
Responsibilities
- Understanding user needs and how they fit into the overall, global solution design
- Configuring & Implementing Application and Integration Service to support Business needs
- Prototyping new features and integrations aligned to business strategy by introducing innovation through technology
- Following source & test-driven development best practices
- Troubleshooting and identifying root cause analysis while resolving the issues
- Minimum of 2-4 years of experience as a Frontend engineer who works on JavaScript frameworks like ReactJS.
- Development experience in typescript, package manager and CSS
- Basic knowledge on nodejs framework
- Development experience in unit and integration test cases like Karma, Protractor etc.
- Good Understanding on CI/CD Pipeline i.e. Jenkin
- Strong knowledge of version control tools, preferably Git and Bit bucket.
- Basic Knowledge on Linux/Unix environment (basic commands, shell scripting, etc.)
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in an enterprise Agile/SCRUM environment
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a Global Team
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Excellent English communication skills, with the ability to effectively interface across cross-functional technology teams and the business
- Minimum B.S. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field
- Experience using Collaboration Technologies: Azure DevOps, TFS, Jira, Confluence
- Experience using Object-oriented languages Java
- Experience using Atlassian tool suite, including JIRA, Confluence, BitBucket
- Experience working with testing tools and Automation test needs
- Motivated, high-potential performer, with demonstrated ability to influence and lead.
- Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Able to solve complex problems and successfully manage ambiguity and unexpected change.
- Teachable and embracing best practices and feedback as a means of continuous improvement.
- Consistently high achiever marked by perseverance, humility and a positive outlook in the face of challenges.
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://nielseniq.com/global/en/info/niqs-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.
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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 https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion
Skills Required
- 2-4 years experience as a Frontend engineer working with ReactJS
- Development experience in TypeScript, package managers, and CSS
- Basic knowledge of Node.js framework
- Experience writing unit and integration tests (Karma, Protractor or similar)
- Good understanding of CI/CD pipelines, e.g., Jenkins
- Strong knowledge of version control tools
- Experience with Git and Bitbucket
- Basic knowledge of Linux/Unix environment and shell scripting
- Experience with collaboration tools: Azure DevOps, TFS, JIRA, Confluence
- Experience using object-oriented language Java (Java 8) and familiarity with Spring Boot
- Demonstrated ability to work in an enterprise Agile/SCRUM environment and global teams
- Minimum B.S. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field
- Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and English communication skills
NielsenIQ Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about NielsenIQ and has not been reviewed or approved by NielsenIQ.
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Parental & Family Support — Public materials highlight paid parental leave in the U.S., with additional paid disability time for birth parents. Parental leave is positioned as a standout element of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Unlimited or flexible PTO is referenced alongside paid holidays and sick leave, providing broad time-off options in many roles. Actual use can vary by team norms, but the formal breadth is notable.
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Flexible Benefits — Work-from-home and hybrid arrangements are supported in many roles, with remote-friendly practices described across business lines. Flexibility is frequently positioned as a meaningful advantage.
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