Manager Research Science

Company Description

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™. 

Job Description

Job Description: 

NIQ is seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager Research Science to lead a high-performing, cross-functional team of machine learning engineers and research scientists. In this strategic leadership role, you will be responsible for guiding the development and deployment of cutting-edge AI and Generative AI solutions that power NIQ’s next-generation products. 

You will oversee a team of talented professionals working across research, engineering, and productization, ensuring alignment with business goals and fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. Your leadership will be instrumental in transforming advanced AI research into scalable, real-world applications that deliver measurable business impact. 

Responsibilities: 

• Lead and manage a cross-functional team of Engineers, Data Scientists and Research Scientists. 
• Define team strategy, set priorities, and align AI/GenAI initiatives with broader organizational goals. 
• Oversee the full lifecycle of AI/GenAI projects—from research and prototyping to deployment and optimization. 
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that encourages innovation, continuous learning, and high performance. 
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members, supporting their growth and development. 
• Collaborate with product managers, data teams, and executive stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable AI solutions. 
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, scalable, and maintainable AI systems and services. 
• Promote responsible AI practices, including fairness, transparency, and ethical considerations. 
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to maintain NIQ’s leadership in AI innovation. 

Qualifications

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Engineering, or a related field (Ph.D. preferred). 
• 8+ years of experience in AI/ML, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role. 
• Proven experience leading large-scale AI projects from conception to deployment, including cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management. 
• Proven experience managing cross-functional AI teams and delivering complex, high-impact projects. 
• Strong technical background in machine learning, deep learning, NLP, and generative AI (e.g., LLMs, diffusion models). 
• Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, and Hugging Face Transformers. 
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred), MLOps, and scalable data pipelines. 
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution. 
• Passion for mentoring, team development, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation. 

Why Join Us: 

• Lead a team at the forefront of AI and GenAI innovation. 
• Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team at the forefront of AI innovation. 
• Opportunities for continuous learning, research publication, and professional growth. 

Additional Information

Why Join Us: 

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects at the forefront of technology. 
• Collaborative and innovative work environment. 
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities. 

If you are passionate about AI/GenAI and are looking to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking company, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity! 

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.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

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NIQ is committed to reflecting the diversity of the clients, communities, and markets we measure within our own workforce. We exist to count everyone and are on a mission to systematically embed inclusion and diversity into all aspects of our workforce, measurement, and products. We enthusiastically invite candidates who share that mission to join us. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran status or any other protected class. Our global non-discrimination policy covers these protected classes in every market in which we do business worldwide. Learn more about how we are driving diversity and inclusion in everything we do by visiting the NIQ News Center: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion