Associate Software Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data processing pipelines using Apache Spark (Core, SQL)
• Write efficient, scalable, and reusable code in Scala
• Work with large-scale distributed datasets (ETL/ELT processing)
• Optimize Spark jobs for performance and resource utilization
• Implement data transformations, cleansing, and aggregations
• Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and stakeholders to understand data requirements
• Monitor and troubleshoot data workflows and production issues
• Ensure code quality with proper unit testing and version control (GitHub)
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field 1-2 years of experience in Big Data technologies Relevant certifications in Spark/Big Data (optional)

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/

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