Senior Software Engineer (Java/AWS)

At Nielsen, we are passionate about our work to power a better media future for all people by providing powerful insights that drive client decisions and deliver extraordinary results. Our talented, global workforce is dedicated to capturing audience engagement with content - wherever and whenever it’s consumed. Together, we are proudly rooted in our deep legacy as we stand at the forefront of the media revolution. When you join Nielsen, you will join a dynamic team committed to excellence, perseverance, and the ambition to make an impact together. We champion you, because when you succeed, we do too. We enable your best to power our future.

We are dedicated to innovation and excellence and are looking for a skilled Senior Software Developer with extensive Java and AWS experience to join our dynamic team.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Senior Software Developer with 5-8 years of experience who is proficient in developing, and maintaining scalable and high-performance Java applications. The ideal candidate will also have a strong background in AWS cloud services and be capable of leveraging these tools to optimize and deploy applications.

• Design, develop, and maintain robust Java applications and services.
• Implement and manage cloud-based solutions using AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, and API Gateway.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, design technical solutions, and deliver high-quality software.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and security in AWS environments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application and infrastructure issues in a timely manner.
• Contribute to code reviews, mentoring, and best practices for development and deployment.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure the company remains competitive.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5-8 years of professional experience in Java development.
• Proven experience with AWS services and cloud architecture.
• Strong knowledge of Java frameworks and libraries (e.g., Spring, Hibernate).
• Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Developer).
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of front-end technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus.

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