Principal engineer - REFID853584
Chennai
The #NielsenIQ technology teams are working on building a unified, global, open data ecosystem powered by Microsoft Azure. Our clients around the world rely on #NielsenIQ data and insights to innovate and grow. We are looking for an experienced PL/SQL Developer to be part of our Technology hub in India to build, maintain and transform our factory systems, that are critical to the business.
Responsibilities:
- Design & develop Big data solutions especially in Data engineering using Spark, Databricks, Scala (preferred)/Python
- Write clean and maintainable code to tackle complex business problems with unwavering focus on engineering principles and best practices
- Utmost focus on performance, scalability, cost reduction/saving
- Provide solutions to improve process quality, understand emerging technologies, standards and best practices in cross platform development
- Demonstrate mastery in applying concepts, and methodologies to innovative solutions
- Can work autonomously, and solve complex challenges, applying mastery and demonstrating expertise in their particular domain
- Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies and frameworks to maximize efficiency
Qualifications
- Minimum 6 years of experience in Big data related technologies
- Expertise in Spark, Databricks, Scala (preferred)/Python is a must
- Strong foundational knowledge in Data Structures and Algorithms
- Proven track record in solution design and profiling + performance optimization
- Good experience working with large data sets with hands-on technology skills using industry standard frameworks
- Hands-on CICD knowledge
- Good to have - Java, Gradle, Jenkins, GitHub, Terraform, Helm, Azure
- Open and quick to learn new technologies and tools
- Experience working on cloud native technologies and platforms would be needed
- Excellent problem solving, hands-on engineering skills and communication skills
- Engineering degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field
Additional Information
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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