Software Engineer (R&D) at Nielsen

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Media, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or an equivalent degree, along with at least 5 years of software development experience. They must demonstrate versatile technical knowledge encompassing microservice architecture, Kubernetes, CI/CD, proficiency in Python, a fundamental understanding of the AWS ecosystem including EC2, S3, EMR, Lambda, and Pipelines, and strong knowledge of Unix/Linux OS, commands, shell scripting, JSON, and GIT, GitFlow, JIRA, Gitlab, and Confluence. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, debugging abilities, and a commitment to writing unit and integration tests are also required.

Responsibilities

The Software Engineer (R&D) will be responsible for analyzing, developing, testing, and deploying software systems, providing systematic analysis on requirements, and contributing recommendations for leading-edge technology. They will play a crucial role in driving forefront software innovations, including building next-generation meters, contributing to shaping the future of Nielsen’s audience engagement measurement, and finding ways to harness new technologies to grow Nielsen’s business. This role involves tackling technology problems across the spectrum and working as a versatile team player to support the organization’s technological advancements.

Skills

Python

Kubernetes

AWS

SQL

Microservices

CI/CD

Git

TDD

Big Data

Linux

Bash

JIRA

GitLab

Confluence

GitFlow

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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