Data Engineer

Company Description

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.

Job Description

Job Description

• Write complex algorithms to get an optimal solution
• Use distributed computing to validate and process large volumes of data to deliver insights
• Interface with product and other engineering teams
• Design & develop data ingestion and processing pipelines, using Spark, Scala, Python, Hive and databases
• Write complex, maintainable code to develop scalable data processing engines using Spark Scala, Apache Hive, and databases
• Work on Cloud technologies; including PAAS, data warehousing and data lake
• Evaluate technologies we can leverage, including open-source frameworks, libraries, and tools
• Participate in the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) of the cloud based Big Data Solution - conceptualize, design, develop, test and deploy
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum B.S. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field
• 3+ years of applicable data engineering experience, including Big Data technologies
• Strong fundamentals in Git and code management
• Good experience working in large data sets, with hands-on technology skills to design and build robust big data solutions using Spark framework, Azure services and industry standard frameworks, such as Databricks and other tools & technologies
• Hands-on experience in configuration management, monitoring and performance tuning of Spark based platforms
• Strong fundamentals in distributed computing principles, data mining & data processing methodologies
• Excellent problem solving, hands-on engineering and communication skills
• Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms and designing for performance, scalability and availability
• Orchestration and messaging frameworks: Airflow, Messaging Frameworks, etc
• Experience in Azure or any cloud computing
• Knowledge of and Experience in DevOps is a plus (Docker, GitHub Actions, etc.)
  
  

Additional Information

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

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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

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