Company Description

We are seeking a brilliant Performance Engineer to join the NIQ team and contribute to Performance Testing efforts.

In this role, you will work alongside team to execute performance tests, analyse performance data, and troubleshoot performance issues for NIQ applications.

Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of performance testing concepts and tools like JMeter, LoadRunner, and APMs, with a strong willingness to learn and grow in the field of Performance Engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in gathering performance requirements and developing basic testing scenarios.
Prepare and execute performance test scripts for web (HTML/HTTP) and API applications.
Support the identification of performance bottlenecks in multi-tier cloud hosted systems.
Learn to use application performance monitoring tools such as Datadog, Dynatrace, or AppDynamics to track and improve application performance.
Use log analysis tools (e.g. Datadog) to assist with performance diagnostics.
Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot performance-related issues and provide recommendations for improvement.
Help in preparing performance reports, summarizing results and providing insights.
Stay informed about new trends and tools in performance engineering.

Qualifications

1-3 years of experience in performance testing
Familiarity with performance testing concepts and tools.
Basic knowledge of Cloud, Kubernetes, Containers and Linux systems.
Willingness to learn how to use performance monitoring tools such as Dynatrace, AppDynamics, or Datadog.
Basic understanding of multi-tier application architecture.

Preferred:

Full Stack Engineer experience
Exposure to leveraging AI tools and technologies.
Exposure to cloud platforms like Azure or AWS.
Understanding of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Shell, or JavaScript) and performance testing automation experience

Additional Information

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 rsum 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.

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