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NielsenIQ

Software Engineer (Scala and Spark)

NielsenIQ

Published 17 Apr 2026
Chennai, India
Full Time

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Role Highlights

Languages used

SCALA
SQL

Key skills

AI
Big Data
Integrations
CICD
GitHub Actions
Shell Scripting
ProtoTyping
Agile
TroubleShooting
Database
Scrum
Operations

Tools, Libraries and Frameworks

Azure
Hubs
Linux
Unix
PySpark

Description

The role involves working within a team to unify and standardize ingestion methodologies and convergence initiatives using big data services. The engineer will be responsible for understanding user needs to support global solution designs and configuring application and integration services. Responsibilities include prototyping new features and integrations to align with business strategies. The position requires following source and test-driven development best practices. Additionally, the role involves troubleshooting and performing root cause analysis to resolve technical issues.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Candidates must have three to six years of experience as a big data engineer working with enterprise frameworks including Spark, Scala, and Databricks. Required technical competencies include intermediate SQL skills, knowledge of CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, and proficiency with version control tools. Applicants should possess basic knowledge of Linux or Unix environments and shell scripting. The role requires the ability to work in an Agile or SCRUM environment as part of a global team, along with strong troubleshooting and English communication skills.

Disclaimer

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About the company

NielsenIQ

Size

22039

HQ

Chicago, US

Public/Private

Privately Held

Description

NIQ is the worlds 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 insightsdelivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platformsNIQ delivers the Full View(TM). NIQ, is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the worlds population. For more information, visitNIQ.com.

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