Software Engineer (AI)

AI Engineer Pune About the Job: NIQ Discover connects businesses around the world to the latest cloud-based technology powered by the most accurate and trusted data in the industry. It helps businesses differentiate and win in a competitive environment by uncovering meaningful market and consumer insights from one source of truth. Discover reduces the cost and time spent managing and analyzing data, empowering companies of all sizes to make better strategic decisions, identify growth opportunities, and innovate. Role Overview We are looking for an Engineer to join the Discover AI engineering team and contribute to the development of AI-powered features and cloud-native applications. This role is ideal for early-career engineers who are passionate about software engineering, backend development, and emerging AI technologies. You will work closely with senior engineers, architects, product managers, and data scientists to build scalable services, APIs, and AI-enabled solutions. The ideal candidate has foundational experience in Python development, software engineering principles, and a strong willingness to learn modern AI engineering frameworks and cloud technologies. You will contribute to feature development, testing, deployment, and production support while gaining exposure to enterprise-scale AI systems and microservice architectures. Key Responsibilities Develop and enhance backend services using Python, FastAPI, and REST APIs. Support implementation of AI-powered workflows and LLM-based features. Assist in developing and optimizing RAG, semantic search, and vector-search capabilities. Build and maintain APIs, integrations, and microservices for Discover platform features. Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following engineering best practices. Create and execute unit tests and support automated testing initiatives. Participate in code reviews and incorporate feedback from senior engineers. Troubleshoot defects and support production issue resolution. Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, deployment activities, and cloud-native development practices. Monitor application behavior and help improve reliability, performance, and observability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver customer-focused solutions. Actively learn new technologies, frameworks, and AI engineering practices. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field. 1 to 2 years of professional software development experience. Strong foundation in Python programming and software engineering concepts. Understanding REST APIs and modern web service development. Familiarity with object-oriented programming and design principles. Basic understanding of databases and data modeling concepts. Exposure to cloud platforms and modern development workflows. Familiarity with Git-based source control and Agile development practices. Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Effective communication and collaboration abilities. Preferred Technical Exposure OpenAI, Azure OpenAI, LangChain, LangGraph, Prompt Engineering, RAG, Vector Search, Semantic Search, Node.js, TypeScript, Snowflake, Docker, Kubernetes, Azure AKS, GitHub Actions, Distributed Systems, AI-Powered Applications. 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://nielseniq.com/global/en/info/niqs-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. 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