Company Description
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. 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.
To provide an insightful service, we use a vast range of technology and software that are mostly developed internally, together with some of our partners. This is a key asset for our business. To keep innovating in the technology area, The Strategic Analytics & Insights division established across three Global Technology Centers: US, India, and Portugal. The European Technology Centre in Portugal has a mission to be part of the global team that actively develops and evolve our core technology platforms.
Job Description
We are looking for a Software Engineer with solid technical background with good knowledge or experience of Java and modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., Angular) to join our growing team. You’ll play a key role in designing and building scalable, cloud-based applications that power our business.
You’ll be part of our Technology Center in Portugal, working closely with a global engineering team across the US, Portugal, and India. This is a hands-on development role with opportunities to influence architecture, and contribute to cross-functional initiatives.
As part of this role, you’ll help evolve the next generation of our core technology platforms, integrating strategic market research and AI capabilities into our products. It’s a great opportunity to make a real impact while growing within a collaborative and international environment.
Our team follows a hybrid work model, typically meeting in-office once per week to collaborate and connect. We work from our private office space in Atrium Saldanha, located in Lisbon’s central business district. The office is part of Ávila Spaces, recognized as one of the best shared workspaces in the world. This gives us access to premium amenities, entertainment, and a vibrant professional environment—while operating from a fully dedicated company space.
What You’ll Do
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications using Java and Angular.
- Develop our core market research platform, collaborating with product managers, other software engineers and quality assurance to deliver high-quality solutions.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies, design discussions, and code reviews.
- Write clean, maintainable code, follow best practices, and continuously test from end to end.
- Contribute to innovation, further expanding our digital platform.
- Take ownership of your contributions and support team objectives.
Qualifications
Must-Have Qualifications
- Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
- Solid technical background, with good understanding of object-oriented programming concepts and design patterns.
- Proven knowledge or experience in Java (or equivalent, with strong willingness to learn Java).
- Knowledge or experience in frontend development using JavaScript frameworks (e.g., Angular).
- Familiarity with relational databases (e.g., MS SQL Server).
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
Preferred Qualifications
- Having relevant professional experience with our technology stack.
- 1+ years of experience in frontend development with Angular or equivalent technology
- 1+ years of experience developing Java-based web applications.
- Familiarity with non-relational databases (e.g., MongoDB).
- Experience working in Agile environments.
- Exposure to microservices architecture, experience using Spring Boot or Grails to support single-page applications (SPAs), or familiarity with AI solutions.
- Exposure to cloud platforms (e.g. Azure), Docker, and Kubernetes.
Additional Information
What We Value
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Initiative and ownership of technical solutions.
- Ability to work collaboratively across teams.
- Passion for learning and continuous improvement.
Growth Opportunities
- Architectural design and decision-making.
- Cross-team collaboration and leadership.
- Mentoring and coaching junior engineers.
- Involvement in strategic technical initiatives.
Our Benefits
- Flexible working environment
- Volunteer time off
- LinkedIn Learning
- Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)
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
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Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
NIQ is committed to reflecting the diversity of the clients, communities, and markets we measure within our own workforce. We exist to count everyone and are on a mission to systematically embed inclusion and diversity into all aspects of our workforce, measurement, and products. We enthusiastically invite candidates who share that mission to join us. 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 global non-discrimination policy covers these protected classes in every market in which we do business worldwide. Learn more about how we are driving diversity and inclusion in everything we do by visiting the NIQ News Center: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion
