Senior Data Engineer
NielsenIQ
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Practise the Senior Data Engineer at NielsenIQ interview free →What You’ll Do Design, build, and maintain ETL pipelines for data ingestion, transformation, and delivery. Automate and maintain report generation using Snowflake, dbt, and Airflow. Build scalable data pipelines and transformations in Python. Apply cloud best practices for data storage, partitioning, performance, and cost. Own production pipelines, including monitoring and continuous improvement. Troubleshoot data and pipeline issues from clients and internal teams; identify root causes and implement durable fixes. Write maintainable, tested code and participate in code reviews. Adapt pipelines to changing business and client requirements. Partner with analytics, engineering, and product teams on data initiatives. Deliver data solutions for financial use cases end to end. We’re looking for candidates who have: Degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or a related quantitative field. 5+ years of experience building and maintaining ETL pipelines using Python. Strong experience with data warehouses and analytics platforms (Snowflake preferred). Hands‑on experience with workflow orchestration tools such as Airflow. Experience with dbt or similar transformation frameworks. Working knowledge of a major cloud platform (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and data services (e.g., S3, Redshift, BigQuery). Familiarity with BI tools such as Looker, Tableau, or Qlik. Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices. Strong analytical skills with attention to data quality and correctness. Clear communication skills with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders. Comfortable collaborating with globally distributed teams. NielsenIQ is a global measurement and data analytics company that provides the most complete and trusted view available of consumers and markets worldwide. We provide consumer packaged goods manufacturers/fast-moving consumer goods and retailers with accurate, actionable information and insights and a complete picture of the complex and changing marketplace that companies need to innovate and grow. Our approach marries proprietary NielsenIQ data with other data sources to help clients around the world understand what’s happening now, what’s happening next, and how to best act on this knowledge. We like to be in the middle of the action. That’s why you can find us at work in over 90 countries, covering more than 90% of the world’s population. For more information, visit www.niq.com . NielsenIQ is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. 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 Benefits Flexible working environment Volunteer time off LinkedIn Learning Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP) NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/ai-safety-policies. 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
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