Backend Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have a strong background in backend development, particularly with Go — you've built scalable applications and understand the intricacies of performance optimization and system architecture. Your experience allows you to tackle complex problems and deliver effective solutions that enhance user engagement.

You thrive in collaborative environments — working closely with cross-functional teams, you communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Your ability to articulate technical concepts helps bridge gaps and foster understanding across teams.

You are committed to continuous learning and improvement — you stay updated with industry trends and best practices, ensuring that your skills remain sharp and relevant in the fast-evolving tech landscape. You embrace challenges as opportunities for growth.

What you'll do

As a Senior Backend Engineer at Nielsen, you will design and implement robust backend systems that support our media insights platform. You will collaborate with product managers and frontend developers to create seamless integrations that enhance user experience. Your role will involve optimizing existing systems for performance and scalability, ensuring that our applications can handle increasing loads efficiently.

You will participate in code reviews and mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and best practices to foster a culture of excellence within the team. Your contributions will directly impact the quality and reliability of our services, helping us deliver extraordinary results to our clients.

You will also engage in troubleshooting and debugging complex issues, using your analytical skills to identify root causes and implement effective solutions. Your proactive approach will help maintain high standards of code quality and system reliability.

What we offer

At Nielsen, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the future of media. We offer a collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. You will have opportunities for professional development and growth, allowing you to advance your career while making a meaningful impact.

We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — we believe in the potential of diverse backgrounds and perspectives to drive innovation. Join us in our mission to power a better media future for all people.