Data Engineer

ABOUT THIS ROLE:
In this dynamic environment, where numbers reign supreme, it's the delicate interplay of 1s and 0s that propels our data-driven pursuits. Software engineers at Nielsen embody the art of balancing precision with disruption, reliability with innovation. Nielsen, a tech juggernaut fueled by nearly a century of pioneering momentum, is set on revealing the future to the world—and none of this would be achievable without the collaborative efforts of our talented engineers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build and optimize extensive data sets, 'big data' pipelines, and architectures.
• Apply top-notch analytical skills to navigate unstructured datasets effectively.
• Develop processes supporting data transformation, workload management, data structures, dependencies, and metadata.
• Conduct root cause analyses on external and internal processes and data to uncover improvement opportunities and answer critical questions.
• Identify, design, and implement process enhancements, focusing on automation, usability, and scalability.
• Collaborate seamlessly with product and technology teams to design and validate the capabilities of the data platform.
• Establish and maintain high programming standards and practices across the ecosystem.
• Provide support and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Communicate effectively, presenting complex ideas in a clear and concise manner to diverse audiences.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess 2+ years of hands-on experience with a diverse range of AWS technologies (e.g., S3, Lambda, Glue, Athena, IAM, SQS, CloudWatch, CloudFormation).
• Proficient use of tools such as Git, Gitlab, and Jira.
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency (2+ years) in SQL & Python,
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency (1+ years) in technologies like Apache Superset, Tableau, Spark, Hive, Java and Hadoop.
• Demonstrated expertise in building and optimizing data pipelines within a distributed environment.
• Bonus points for experience in building Business Intelligence (BI) Tools.
• Back your work with either a master’s degree, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience that showcases your prowess.
• Excellent communication skills, fluent English and ability to work with healthy overlap to US business hours is a must.
• Join us in reshaping the landscape of data possibilities, where your skills will not only be valued but will play a crucial role in defining what lies ahead.

ABOUT NIELSENWe’re in tune with what the world is watching, buying, and everything in between. If you can think of it, we’re measuring it. We sift through the small stuff and piece together big pictures to provide a comprehensive understanding of what’s happening now and what’s coming next for our clients. Today’s data is tomorrow’s marketplace revelation.  We like to be in the middle of the action. That’s why you can find us at work in over 100 countries. From global industry leaders to small businesses, consumer goods to media companies, we work with them all. We’re bringing in data 24/7 and the possibilities are endless. See what’s next with us at Nielsen:careers.nielsen.com