Software Engineer (Data Engineer)

NielsenIQ; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working environment

Volunteer time off

LinkedIn Learning

Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

Job summary

NielsenIQ in Chennai is seeking a Data Engineer to join Connect Technology on a global Azure-based data platform. You will build and optimize data pipelines, ingest data from diverse sources, and craft datamarts for reporting using Python, SQL, Snowflake, and PostgreSQL.

Collaborate with Agile teams, deploy via CI/CD, and apply AI tooling, with strong emphasis on data warehousing and cloud skills. BS in CS/Engineering required; excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• Hands-on data engineering with modern cloud platforms and data warehousing concepts.
• Strong SQL skills and ability to transform data for reporting and analytics.
• Experience with Python-based data pipelines and AI tooling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, troubleshoot, and enhance data pipelines using Python and SQL.
• Deploy components via CI/CD and manage data ingestion from multiple sources.
• Build datamarts and utilities for monitoring and automation.
• Collaborate with Agile teams including Operations and Tech Ops.

Skills

AI tools

Prompt engineering

Complex SQL

Data Warehousing

Education

B.S. in CS/Eng

Tools

Python

Snowflake

PostgreSQL

Azure

Airflow

Kubernetes

Docker

GitHub

Job description

YOU’LL BUILD TECH THAT EMPOWERS GLOBAL BUSINESSES

Our Connect 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 Connect data and insights to innovate and grow.

As a Data Engineer, you’ll be part of a team of smart, highly skilled technologists who are passionate about learning and supporting cutting-edge technologies such as Python, Fast API, Snowflake, Postgres, Complex SQL, Azure cloud Services, GIT Hub, Airflow, Kubernetes, Docker. These technologies are deployed using DevOps pipelines leveraging Azure, Kubernetes, GIT Hub actions.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Develop, troubleshoot, debug and make application enhancements using AI tools in python, Fast API, Snowflake, Postgres, Complex SQL, Azure cloud Services,Airflow, GIT Hub, Kubernetes, Docker as the core development languages
• Deploy application components using CI/CD pipelines
• Ingest data from multiple sources in different formats
• Perform complex business transformations on source data and create reportable datamarts
• Build utilities for monitoring and automating repetitive functions
• Collaborate with Agile cross-functional teams - internal and external clients including Operations, Infrastructure, Tech Ops

• 4-5 Years of years of applicable software engineering experience
• Strong fundamentals in AI tools and prompt engineering
• Strong hands on experience in writing complex SQL
• Strong fundamentals in data warehousing concepts
• Strong fundamentals with experience in front-end and backend object-oriented programming, including proficiency in Python, Airflow, Fast API,
• Must have experience in cloud technologies, preferably Microsoft Azure.
• Good to have experience with DevOps Technologies as GIT Hub, Kubernetes, Docker.
• Solid knowledge of relational databases, preferably Snowflake & PostgreSQL.
• Excellent English communication skills, with the ability to effectively interface across cross-functional technology teams and the business
• Minimum B.S. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field

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 résumé 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://nielseniq.com/global/en/info/niqs-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™. 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