
About Nielsen
Transforming data into actionable insights for businesses
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in New York, NY with 40,000 employees
- Publicly traded with a valuation of approximately $5 billion
- Serves major clients like Procter & Gamble and Unilever
- Focuses on market measurement in media, retail, and advertising
Nielsen Holdings PLC is a leading global data and analytics company headquartered in New York, New York. With a workforce of approximately 40,000 employees, Nielsen provides insights into consumer behavior and media consumption, serving clients like Procter & Gamble and Unilever. The company went pu...
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Skills & Technologies
Overview
Nielsen is hiring a Backend Engineer to contribute to powerful insights that drive client decisions. You'll work with Java to develop backend solutions in Mumbai. This position requires relevant experience in backend development.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong background in backend engineering, particularly with Java, and are passionate about building systems that provide valuable insights. Your experience includes working on scalable applications that handle large volumes of data, ensuring performance and reliability. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions. You are committed to continuous learning and improvement, always seeking to enhance your technical skills and knowledge.
You understand the importance of audience engagement and how technology can drive better media experiences. Your ability to analyze requirements and translate them into technical specifications is a key strength. You are detail-oriented and take pride in writing clean, maintainable code that adheres to best practices. You are also comfortable with debugging and optimizing existing systems to improve performance and user experience.
What you'll do
In this role, you will design and implement backend services that power Nielsen's media insights platform. You will collaborate closely with product managers and data scientists to understand user needs and translate them into technical solutions. Your responsibilities will include developing APIs, optimizing database interactions, and ensuring the scalability of applications. You will also participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers and mentoring junior engineers.
You will be involved in the entire software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance. Your role will require you to stay updated with the latest technologies and industry trends, applying them to enhance the systems you work on. You will contribute to a culture of innovation and excellence, helping Nielsen maintain its position at the forefront of the media revolution.
What we offer
Nielsen offers a dynamic work environment where you can grow your career and make a significant impact. You will have the opportunity to work with talented professionals who are dedicated to excellence and innovation. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional development and training. Join us in our mission to power a better media future for all people.
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