Ruby On Rails Developer- P2 at Nielsen

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Media, BroadcastingIndustries

Requirements

3-8 years of hands-on software development with a Bachelor’s degree in computer science
Very good knowledge of microservices and event-based architectural principles
Ability to provide solutions utilizing best practices for resilience, scalability, cloud optimization, and security
3-5 years of experience in ROR (Ruby on Rails), Ruby, the Rails framework, MVC architecture, Active Record, and relational databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL
Front-end skills like JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
Experience developing cloud-hosted (AWS) containerized applications and services on Kubernetes
Knowledge of streaming-based applications using Apache Kafka
Hands-on experience with AWS components: Managed Streaming for Apache Kafka (MSK), EKS, EC2, S3 storage, Lambda, Relational Database Service, Simple Notification Service (SNS)
Knowledge of CI/CD processes, testing frameworks, practices, and tools (GitLab, jUnit, Terraform, JFrog, Jacoco, SonarQube, etc.)
Knowledge of infrastructure creation in the cloud using Terraform or CloudFormation
Familiarity with Linux platforms and knowledge of shell scripting
Soft skills: communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability
Strong analytical and technical skills with passion to deep dive on data in troubleshooting

Responsibilities

Design, code, and test iteratively to support microservices and container-based applications on AWS
Plan, develop, execute, and maintain automated unit and functional test cases; develop modular, robust, and maintainable automation scripts to integrate with the CI/CD process
Leverage modern design patterns and architectural principles to build platform reusable code and components that can be used across projects and teams
Support product owner in defining future stories and tech lead in defining technical requirements for new initiatives
Build platform reusable code and components that could be used by multiple project teams
Promote a culture of best practices with peer code reviews and extreme ownership for continuous incremental delivery
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to align development objectives with broader business goals
Support any production issues that may arise and collaborate with product owners to prioritize enhancements to fix failure modes
Ensure project goals are achieved and aligned with business objectives
Work closely with Scrum team and program team to test, develop, refine, and implement quality software in production via standard Agile methodologies

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Ruby on RailsAWSMicroservicesContainersCI/CDAgileScrumUnit TestingFunctional TestingDesign Patterns

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for this Ruby on Rails Developer position?

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Is this Ruby on Rails Developer role remote or does it require office work?

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What key skills are required for this Ruby on Rails Developer role?

Candidates need 3-8 years of hands-on software development with a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, very good knowledge of microservices and event-based architectural principles, and 3-5 years of experience in ROR (Ruby on Rails), Ruby, Rails framework, MVC architecture, Active Record, and relational databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL.

What is the company culture like at Nielsen for this role?

Nielsen features a dynamic team committed to excellence, perseverance, and making an impact together, with a global workforce spanning multiple time zones using Agile methodologies and promoting best practices through peer code reviews.

What makes a strong candidate for this Ruby on Rails Developer position?

Strong candidates have 3-8 years of software development experience including 3-5 years with Ruby on Rails, expertise in microservices, event-based architecture, and the ability to design scalable, resilient solutions while collaborating in Agile teams.

Nielsen

Global measurement and data analytics provider

About Nielsen

Nielsen provides measurement and data analytics services to help businesses understand consumers and markets globally. The company operates through two main divisions: Nielsen Global Media, which offers reliable metrics for the media and advertising industries, and Nielsen Global Connect, which supplies consumer packaged goods manufacturers and retailers with actionable insights about the marketplace. Nielsen combines its proprietary data with other sources to give clients a comprehensive view of current trends and future opportunities. With a presence in over 100 countries, Nielsen aims to support companies in making informed decisions to drive innovation and growth.

Town of Clarkstown, New YorkHeadquarters

1963Year Founded

$45.1MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, ConsultingIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Risks

Competition from digital-native analytics firms threatens Nielsen's market share.

Privacy regulations may impact Nielsen's data collection capabilities.

Private equity acquisition could lead to strategic shifts misaligned with client needs.

Differentiation

Nielsen offers comprehensive cross-platform measurement solutions, including mobile media markets.

The Diverse Media Equity program elevates diverse-owned media companies' visibility.

Nielsen Impact Score evaluates marketing value of university athletic programs.

Upsides

Acquisition of Telephia enhances Nielsen's mobile media measurement capabilities.

Partnerships with P&G and NMSDC support diverse media representation.

Collaboration with TikTok improves digital audience measurement services.

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