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Senior Software Engineer (C++, Python, Sql)

at NielsenIQ

Chennai, India Senior Posted 2026-05-28

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Key Responsibilitie: Design & Development Design, develop, and maintain scalable, reliable, and high‑performance services for business‑critical systems. Take ownership of end‑to‑end implementation of features, from design to production rollout. Apply sound software design principles to ensure long‑term maintainability and extensibility. Contribute actively to architectural discussions, proposing design improvements and technical solutions. Distributed Systems & APIs Build and enhance distributed and event‑driven systems with a focus on resiliency and scalability. Design and implement API contracts, ensuring backward compatibility and clear versioning strategies. Work with messaging, streaming, or asynchronous processing paradigms where appropriate. Quality, Reliability & Observability Implement automated tests (unit, integration, and component tests) to ensure high code quality. Contribute to observability and telemetry by instrumenting services with metrics, logging, and tracing. Participate in production support, incident analysis, and reliability improvements. Collaboration & Technical Leadership Perform code and design reviews to maintain engineering standards and share knowledge. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team technical growth. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to resolve dependencies and deliver cohesive solutions. Evaluate and adopt new tools, frameworks, or technologies that improve developer productivity and system quality. 6-9 years of hands‑on  S trong experience in software engineering, with strong hands‑on development skills on C++ & Python. Strong hands‑on skills in Shell Scripting, Linux, and SQL Solid experience building distributed systems or microservices. Basic knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Strong understanding of performance, reliability, and scalability concerns. Familiarity with GitHub Copilot or other AI code‑assist tools Good understanding of data structures and databases Excellent written and verbal communication skills 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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