Software Engineer- Python Developer

Job Description

Software Engineer, Chennai 

 Our NielsenIQ Technology teams are working on revamping multiple platform, a unified, global, open data ecosystem powered by Microsoft Azure. Our clients around the world rely on NielsenIQ’s data and insights to innovate and grow.
As a Python Engineer, you’ll be part of a team of smart, highly skilled technologists who are passionate about learning and prototyping cutting-edge technologies. As a market research company, we had lot of data analytics, machine learning requirements being implemented in various applications. Our CDAR Platform had various usecase which incorporated AI/ML and Data analytics. Our team is co-located and agile, with central technology hubs in Chicago, Madrid, Toronto, Chennai and Pune  

 Responsibilities

• Understanding user needs and how they fit into the overall, global solution design  
• Prototyping new features and integrations aligned to business strategy by introducing innovation through technology   
• Following source & test-driven development best practices  
• Troubleshooting and identifying root cause analysis while resolving the issues 
• Write complex, maintainable code to develop scalable, flexible, and user-friendly applications. 
• Importing/Collecting, cleaning, converting and analyzing the data for the purpose of finding insights and making conclusions. 
• Train models, fine tune parameters for maximum efficiency and deploy models. 
• Actively participate in building algorithms for solving complex problems with design and development. 
• Take ownership of the projects and ensure timely deliveries. Collaborate with diverse teams across time zones.  

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in large scale production systems and in languages such as Python/R 
• Minimum B.S. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field with focus in machine learning 
• Strong software engineering skills and understanding of the ML lifecycle with a minimum of 2 years' experience in ML production systems and in software development 
• Proficiency with Python and basic libraries for machine learning such as scikit-learn and pandas 
• Fluent in processing data with pandas (e.g., querying, transforming, joining, cleaning, etc.) including experience debugging logic and performance issues 
• Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms with experience writing, debugging, and optimizing ML data structures, pipelines, and transformations 
• Knowledge of statistics, probability, or a related discipline 
• Extensive data modelling and data architecture skills 
• Strong knowledge of version control tools, preferably Bit bucket  
• Basic Knowledge on Linux/Unix environment (basic commands, shell scripting, etc.)  
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a Global Team  
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills  
• Excellent English communication skills, with the ability to effectively interface across cross-functional technology teams and the business   

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science or a related field with a focus in machine learning 
• Experience using  Collaboration Technologies: Azure DevOps, TFS, Jira, Confluence 
• Experience using Atlassian tool suite, including JIRA, Confluence, BitBucket  

Additional Information

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 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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