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Job DescriptionOversee the development of scalable, reliable, and cost-effective software solutions with an emphasis on quality, best-practice coding standards, and cost-effectiveness
● Participate as a team lead on projects, which includes training, coaching, and sharing technical knowledge with less experienced staff.
● Rapidly identify and resolve technical incidents as they emerge
● Build rapid technical prototypes for early customer validation of new technologies
● Collaborate effectively across Technology and Operations to understand, translate, and integrate methodologies into engineering build pipelines
● Collaborate with product owners to translate complex business requirements into technical solutions, providing leadership in the design and architecture processes.
● Provide expert apprenticeship to project teams on technology strategy, cultivating advanced skill sets in application engineering and implementing modern software engineering practices
● Lead and mentor a team of Software Developers and Senior Software Developers, providing guidance and support in their professional development
● Stay informed about the latest technology and methodology by participating in industry forums, having an active peer network, and engaging actively with customers
● Cultivate a team environment focused on continuous learning, where innovative technologies are developed and refined through collaborative effort
QualificationsDomain Expertise
○ Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering plus 5-8 years of experience in information technology solutions development and 2-3 years managing teams.
○ Proven experience in leading and managing software development teams.
○ 1-2 Yrs experience with C++ software development for windows applications(MFC would be a Plus)
○ Strong C#.net skills for Windows application
○ Must have the ability to provide solutions utilizing best practices for resilience, scalability and security.
○ Basic project management skills
Required ○ C++ experience (atleast 1-2 yrs) on Windows platform
○ Proven experience with C#.net for Windows applications
○ SQL Programming (Microsoft SQL Server/Any RDBMS)
○ Experience with cloud computing (AWS preferred) ○ Strong testing and debugging abilities, functional, analytical and technical abilities, ability to find bugs, attention to detail, troubleshooting
○ Resourceful technical leader, self-starter, and a team-player
○ At least 8+ years of relevant work experience and 1-2 years in an Engineering manager capacity
○ Desire to be deeply involved in product supplementation and automation
○ Appreciation for and commitment to clean, reusable and well-tested code, architecture, and documentation
○ Experience working in an Agile environment (scrum, kanban)
○ Solid understanding of continuous integration and continuous deployment environments
○ Strong analytical skills and sense of technical creativity
○ Excellent debugging and problem solving skills
○ Detail oriented with a commitment to innovation
○ Effective communication and writing skills are a must
○ Experience in data analysis to identify trends and issues.
○ Ability to review and evaluate technical designs and documents is a must
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Skills Required
- 5-8 years of experience in information technology solutions development
- 2-3 years managing teams
- 1-2 years of experience with C++ software development for Windows applications
- Strong C#.NET skills for Windows applications
- SQL Programming (Microsoft SQL Server/Any RDBMS)
- Experience with cloud computing (AWS preferred)
- Experience working in an Agile environment (scrum, kanban)
- At least 8+ years of relevant work experience
- 1-2 years in an Engineering manager capacity
Nielsen Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is described as generous for all parents, with birthing parents receiving substantially longer time, and the program is complemented by adoption, fertility, and surrogacy support. Employer-verified entries and company communications consistently highlight family benefits as a standout.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is considered solid, with some teams using flexible or unlimited PTO models and additional offerings like paid volunteer time. These time-away policies often contribute meaningfully to work-life balance.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Smart Work flexibility, an Employee Assistance Program, and broader well-being initiatives are emphasized as part of a holistic package. These elements are frequently cited as strengths that enhance day-to-day experience.
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