Senior ML Engineer

NielsenIQ

Chennai District

On-site

INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working environment

Volunteer time off

LinkedIn Learning

Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

Job summary

A leading consumer intelligence company is seeking a Senior Data / ML Engineer to join their Machine Learning team in Chennai, India. This role involves developing ML tools, preparing data for models, and researching advanced technologies. Candidates should have proficiency in Python, experience with cloud deployments, and strong skills in tools like Pandas and SQL. The company offers a flexible working environment among other benefits.

Qualifications

Professional proficiency in English required.
Experience with ML solutions in cloud environments.
Comfortable with performance optimization and query tuning.

Responsibilities

Develop ML tools like web services and APIs.
Prepare data for machine learning models.
Research the latest technologies in machine learning.
Develop and improve predictive models.

Skills

Python

C++

Golang

ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, Keras)

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

AWS

Azure

Docker

Kubernetes

Airflow

Linux

Jupyter

Git

SQL

NoSQL

Pandas

Job description

NIQ for Digital Commerce is a leading startup in the Retail Analytics sector. We collect more than 60 billion pieces of information each day and use them to provide real‑time visibility into the market for professionals in the sector. As we scale internationally, we are looking for passionate collaborators to join our dynamic, start‑up‑style team.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Data / ML Engineer to join our growing Machine Learning team. Your work will involve working on one or more projects at a time with tasks such as:

Developing ML tools (web services, APIs, etc.)
Preparing data for ML models
Researching the latest technologies used in ML (time‑series, NLP, image recognition, etc.)
Developing and improving predictive models

Qualifications

Proficiency with Python; knowledge of C++ or Golang is a plus
Experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or Keras
Experience deploying and managing ML solutions in cloud environments such as Google Cloud Platform (GCP), AWS, or Azure
Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, Airflow) for production deployment
Experience with time‑series analysis and/or data engineering is a plus
Comfortable working with Linux, Jupyter, Git, SQL, and NoSQL databases
Strong experience with Pandas and SQL (including performance optimization and query tuning)
Skilled in writing and maintaining Dockerfiles for reproducible builds
Professional proficiency in English

Additional Information

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. 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 a human review, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, see NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/ai-safety-policies.

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 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.

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. 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, visit https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion.

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