Software Engineer (PowerBI)

Company Description

The NielsenIQ Global Engineering Team is seeking talented engineers passionate about data visualization and retail data analytics. Are you ready for your next challenge as a BI & Data Engineer

Our team empowers retailers by transforming shopper insights into strategic advantages. We harness data expertise, advanced modeling, AI, and cloud-based solutions to uncover what drives consumer decision-making-delivering actionable insights directly to our clients.

As a BI & Data Engineer, you'll join a dynamic team building cutting-edge, data-driven custom solutions for the world's leading retailers. We are passionate about leveraging the latest technologies, including Power BI, Power Query, SQL, Python, MS Fabric, Azure Cloud Services, Airflow, GitHub, and GitHub Actions.

While your primary focus will be BI & Data Application Development, you'll also have opportunities to expand your expertise in areas such as data, web integration, security, automated testing, and infrastructure-broadening your technical skill set in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Job Description

Who you are

• You are eager to be part of a fast-growing company that rewards creativity and innovation where your input is encouraged and welcomed.
• You have a college or university degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Business, Information Systems (or equivalent combination of skill and experience)
• You have 5+ years of development experience working with business data with exposure to ETL, data modelling and front-end UI design using industry-leading BI tools (PowerBI, MicroStrategy, Qlik Sense etc.)
• You have a strong foundation of data visualization skills, design principles, dashboard and scorecard design.
• You have solid database skills and can validate tools you build with direct database queries.
• You employ a design-first approach to coding and technical problem solving and dedicate time to unit testing and integration testing to achieve your high-quality standards.
• You are inspired by continual improvement challenges to deliver high-quality products quickly and efficiently.
• You thrive in a team environment, contributing to shared knowledge and questioning the status quo to push yourself and your peers to be even better developers.
• You stay informed about the latest developments in the technology space because new ideas excite you.
• You are self-motivated and enjoy finding solutions to problems.

Why we need you

• Develop custom reporting solutions for industry-leading interactive retail analytics
• Work as part of a team to design, develop and deploy reporting solutions and configurations for different client data requirements and business rules.
• Develop PowerBI applications with a focus on accuracy, data model efficiency and data relationships across reports
• Develop with system integration in mind, mainly in data flow into and from PowerBI (BI Reporting Tool) and integrate with NIQ retail web portal.
• Continually develop technical expertise to ensure that customer solution is efficient.
• Consistently develop with performance in mind to optimize end-user experience.
• Work with architects and other team members to identify tools and technologies applicable for client custom requirement.
• Research and take advantage of new technology to improve and expand solutions.
• Participate in team innovation by exploring the newest PowerBI versions and functionality, implementing tools, and presenting via formal knowledge sharing sessions.
• Participate in peer code reviews, troubleshoot and correct software defects
• Work in an agile development environment, collaborating with other developers, testers and DevOps where you will be involved in scrum meetings, requirements discussion, technical design sessions, UAT process and other tasks related to iterative development.

Qualifications

Technical skills: PowerBI, SQL, ETL & Data Modelling, Dava Visualization, Coding & scripting (e.g. python nice to have)

Platform & tools:

• Microsoft ecosystem (Power Query, MS Fabric, Azure Cloud services (Data Lake, etc.)
• Version control and DevOps tools such as Github and Github Actions, or equivalent tools for source control and automation workflows
• Exposure to tools like Airflow is a plus for managing data pipeline

Soft & interpersonal skills

• Problem-Solving Mindset: Proactive, analytical approach to technical challenges and business needs.
• Team Collaboration: Comfortable working in agile teams, participating in standups, code reviews, and design sessions.
• Communication: Ability to clearly explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Continuous Learning: Eagerness to stay up-to-date with evolving tech, tools, and BI trends.

Additional Information

• Enjoy a flexible and rewarding work environment with peer-to-peer recognition platforms.
• Recharge and revitalize with help of wellness plans made for you and your family.
• Plan your future with financial wellness tools.
• Stay relevant and upskill yourself with career development opportunities.

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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