Tech Lead Full Stack Engineer - Java & React

NielsenIQ; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Tech Lead Full Stack Engineer skilled in Java and React. This role involves leading a team of developers to create scalable applications while ensuring high-quality code and design. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Java web applications, API design, and technical leadership. Join a dynamic environment that values flexibility and professional growth, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. If you are passionate about technology and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Volunteer time off

LinkedIn Learning

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in Java web applications development.
• 5+ years of technical leadership on development projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead developers to meet product deliverables.
• Coach junior developers for scalable implementations.
• Contribute to design and architectural discussions.

Skills

Java

API Design & Development

Technical Leadership

Spring Boot

React

Automated Build Tools (Maven/Gradle)

Relational Databases

Jira

Communication Skills

DevOps CI/CD Tools

Job description

Tech Lead Full Stack Engineer - Java & React

Company Description
MRI-Simmons is the leading provider of insights on the American consumer. With thousands of attitudinal and behavioral data points gathered through ongoing surveys and passive measurement, MRI-Simmons empowers advertisers, agencies, and media companies with deeper insights into the 'why' behind consumer behavior. The company's flagship product, MRI-Simmons USA, is the leading multi-media study of Americans and is widely recognized as the industry standard for magazine audience ratings. Powered by address-based probabilistic sampling, MRI-Simmons USA measures real people, chosen at random to represent the US population in all its variations. This methodological approach ensures stability of insights and provides the most accurate view of the American consumer.

Job Description
Gfk is seeking a lead Java engineer with hands-on Java/J2EE development experience and proven abilities to support software activities in an Agile software development lifecycle. We are seeking a well-rounded developer to lead a cloud application using a variety of technologies. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical, analytical, and interpersonal skills. Additionally, the candidate will lead developers on the team to achieve architecture and design objectives as agreed with stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead developers on the team to meet product deliverables.
2. Coach junior developers to develop scalable implementations.
3. Contribute to detailed design and architectural discussions, as well as customer requirements sessions, to support the implementation of J2EE applications.
4. Promote designs that develop clear and maintainable code.
5. Identify and solve code/design optimization issues.
6. Learn and integrate with a variety of systems, APIs, and platforms.
7. Interact with a multi-disciplined team to clarify, analyze, and assess requirements.
8. Be actively involved in the design, development, and testing activities for web applications.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of hands-on experience developing Java web applications, especially large-scale API design & development.
• 5+ years of proven technical leadership on prior development projects.
• Guide a team of at least 10 developers without direct managerial responsibilities.
• Experience with Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring Data JPA, Spring Batch, and related tools.
• Hands-on experience with React for UI development.
• Experience with automated build tools like Maven or Gradle.
• Understanding of relational databases such as Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, Postgres (preferred but not mandatory).
• Fluency in Java/J2EE, JSP, Web Services, with Java 8 or higher.
• Experience with Jira or similar project tracking tools.
• Strong communication skills, self-motivated, team-oriented.
• Knowledge of SAML, SSO, Power BI, DevOps CI/CD tools, Python, Liquibase, OpenShift is a plus.

Additional Information

This role offers a competitive salary range of $64,000 - $170,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and location. Benefits include flexible work environment, health insurance, parental leave, life insurance, education support, and more.

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 comprehensive insights into consumer buying behavior. In 2023, NIQ merged with GfK, expanding its global reach. With operations in over 100 markets, NIQ provides the most complete understanding of consumers worldwide.

For more information, visit NIQ.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

NIQ is committed to reflecting the diversity of the clients, communities, and markets we serve. We invite candidates who share this mission to join us. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, or other protected classes. Learn more about our diversity initiatives at our Diversity and Inclusion page.