Java Backend Engineer

Job Description

Job Description Software Engineer, Chennai NIQ, a well-funded company, develops a cloud-based, self-service customer analytics and personalization solution for retailers. This solution helps retailers leverage their customer data to improve loyalty and engagement. We are looking for a highly motivated and creative Backend Software Engineer to join our growing team, who can lead, initiate, create, and optimize our data and analytics technologies while pushing the company's data management systems to the next step. Responsibilities Responsible for implementing micro-services from design to production Take ownership of development, maintenance, testing strategy, design discussions, and operations of the team, with containerized API services Participate in all aspects of agile software development including design, implementation, and deployment Responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of new product features / components Ensuring application performance, uptime, and scale, maintaining high standards of code quality and thoughtful application design Work with a small, cross-functional team on products and features to drive growth Learning new tools, languages, workflows, and philosophies to grow Research and suggest new technologies for boosting the product Have an impact on product development by making important technical decisions, influencing the system architecture, development practices and more Qualifications B.Sc. in Computer Sciences or similar At least 3+ years of experience in Java backend development Profound knowledge in OOP and design patterns Experience and knowledge of server-side technologies such as Java, Spring Experience with Docker containers, Kubernetes and Cloud environments Expertise in testing methodologies (Unit-testing, TDD, mocking) Fluent with Relational databases (SQL) Good problem-solving and analysis abilities Excellent team player with strong communication skills Requirements - Advantage Experience with Azure / GCP cloud services Experience with large scale SQL / NoSQL databases (SingleStore, Postgres) Experience with Agile Development, or Extreme Programming methodologies 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. For more information, visit NIQ.com Want to keep up with our latest updates? Follow us on: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion