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

Backend Engineer

, you'll be part of a team of smart, highly skilled technologists who are passionate about building scalable systems and prototyping cutting-edge technologies. Our team is co-located and agile, with central technology hubs in Chicago, Madrid, Israel, Toronto, and Chennai.

Roles and responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain backend systems using

Java

and major frameworks such as

Spring Boot, Spring JPA, Spring Integration

. Build and optimize

REST APIs / Microservices

for highly available multi-site environments. Collaborate internally and deliver solutions in an

Agile/SCRUM

environment. Deploy and manage applications in

Azure

, including containerization with

Docker

and distributed deployment on

AKS

. Monitor, troubleshoot, and debug backend systems, containers, and load balancers. Document technical processes and share knowledge with team members. Stay current with best practices, emerging technologies, and continuous improvement methodologies

Qualifications

Minimum 3-7+ years

of experience as a backend engineer working with

Java

and major frameworks (

Spring Boot, Spring JPA, Spring Integration

). Strong skills in

Core Java

,

Spring Boot

, and

REST API / Microservices

. Experience or knowledge of

object-oriented development

,

data modeling

, and

design patterns

. Hands-on experience with

Postgres

and

MongoDB

. Professional experience with

MVC frameworks

(Spring MVC). Intermediate understanding of

Agile methodology

and

CI/CD pipelines

. Strong knowledge of

GitHub

and experience with

Atlassian tools

(JIRA, Confluence). Experience deploying code as

Docker containers

on

Azure AKS

, including debugging and load balancing. Certifications in

Azure

and/or

Agile

are a plus. Understanding of

HTTP protocol

, caching strategies, and testing methodologies. Basic knowledge of

Linux/Unix

(commands, shell scripting). Excellent English communication skills for interfacing with global teams. Bachelor's degree in

Computer Science

,

Computer Engineering

, or related field. Experience with

testing tools

and

automation frameworks

. Ability to solve complex problems, manage ambiguity, and adapt to change. Positive attitude, team spirit, and willingness to embrace feedback for continuous improvement.

Nice to Have

Experience with

FastAPI

. Knowledge of

Azure certifications

. Familiarity with

ETL processes

. Experience supporting

distributed systems

in a SaaS environment

Additional Information

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 resume 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://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/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(TM). 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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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