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 Senior Software Engineer with strong experience in 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, mentor others, 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 space is part of Ávila Spaces, recognized as one of the best shared workspaces in the world, offering premium facilities, entertainment and a vibrant professional environment.
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.
- Contribute to the evolution of our microservices architecture and development practices, leveraging our cloud-based environments.
- Mentor junior engineers and help foster a culture of technical excellence.
- Support production systems and help resolve issues when needed.
Qualifications
Must-Have Qualifications:
- 5+ years of professional experience in software development.
- 2+ years of experience with Java (or equivalent OO language such as .NET/C# with a strong willingness to learn Java).
- 2+ years of experience in frontend development using JavaScript frameworks (e.g., Angular).
- Solid understanding of object-oriented programming concepts and design patterns.
- Experience with relational databases (e.g., MS SQL Server).
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
- Demonstrated stability in previous roles (reasonable average tenure).
- Degree in Software Engineering or equivalent background
- Alternatively, candidates with 8+ years of proven experience and a recognized software development certification may also be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in frontend development with Angular or equivalent technology
- Experience working in Agile environments.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure preferred), Docker, Kubernetes, and DevOps tools.
- Exposure to microservices architecture and distributed systems.
- Exposure to object-oriented databases is a plus.
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
