Manager Engineering

NielsenIQ.com

Office

Pune, MH, India

Full Time

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Engineering Manager to lead our global data engineering team from our Pune-based GCC. This role combines technical leadership with people management, focusing on building scalable data platforms using modern technologies like Databricks, Python, and big data ecosystems.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage a distributed team of 8+ data engineers across geographies
Architect and oversee development of robust, scalable data pipelines and platforms
Collaborate with global stakeholders across Product, Data Science, and Business Analytics
Ensure high performance, reliability, and maintainability of data systems
Drive best practices in coding, testing, deployment, and documentation
Mentor and coach engineers for technical growth and career development
Manage sprint planning, delivery timelines, and stakeholder communication
Promote a culture of innovation, ownership, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
10+ years of experience in software/data engineering
Minimum 5 years of experience managing engineering teams of 8+ members
Proven experience working with global or GCC-based development teams
Strong expertise in:
Databricks and Apache Spark
Python for data workflows
Relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
Big Data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Delta Lake, Kafka)
Solid understanding of data architecture, ETL/ELT pipelines, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Databricks and Apache Spark
Python for data workflows
Relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
Big Data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Delta Lake, Kafka)

Preferred Skills

Experience with CI/CD and DevOps practices in data environments
Familiarity with data governance, security, and compliance frameworks
Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies
Certifications in cloud or data engineering platforms

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.

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