Data Engineer

Company Description

Join GfK and help us shape tomorrow. As an NIQ company, we are the world's leading consumer intelligence firm, delivering the Full View™ on consumer behavior. We work to enable manufacturers and retailers better understand what consumers really want. Our name has inspired trust for over 89 years because we take pride in discovering new pathways to sustainable growth for our clients, our people, and our planet.

We are always looking for open-minded people who will grow with us, push boundaries, and pioneer disruptive methods in market research, data science, technology, and AI. If you share this passion to drive things forward and the integrity to insist on doing things the right way, we'll equip you to take your future into your own hands and play a leading role in our story.

Job Description

Next time you go shopping, think about this: What if brands asked for your opinion on their products before they put them on the shelf? Wouldn't that be nice? At Netquest we give voice to the consumers, enabling them to shape the products and services of tomorrow. How? We deliver consumers' genuine opinions and data to help companies create better products for you.

We're now looking for a Data Engineer to join our Data Team. In this role, you'll play a pivotal role in leveraging data and analytics to drive informed decision-making across the organization. The incumbent will work closely with various stakeholders to understand business needs, analyse complex datasets, and provide actionable insights to enhance operational efficiency and drive strategic initiatives.

Currently we are working on developing a solid data strategy inside Netquest, so we are looking for a team builder, someone who enjoys working with others and interacting with different people and departments, understanding their needs, sharing the decisions with the team and explaining the data solutions to the stakeholders.

As a Data Engineer you will have the following key accountabilities:

• Gain a deep understanding of organizational data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to facilitate data-driven decision-making.
• Analyze large and complex datasets, identifying trends, patterns, and anomalies to extract meaningful insights.
• Utilize advanced data analytics tools such as SQL and Python for data manipulation and analysis.

Business Information Needs:

• Collaborate with management to prioritize and address business information needs through data analysis and reporting solutions.

Reporting and Dashboard Development:

• Develop and maintain user-friendly dashboards on BI tools like QlikSense, providing stakeholders with real-time access to actionable insights.

Data Quality and Consistency:

• Identify and address data inconsistencies, working closely with Data Engineers to ensure adherence to data quality policies.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work collaboratively with other members of the Data team, including Data Scientists and Data Engineers, to streamline data processes and enhance data-driven decision-making.
• Effectively communicate insights and findings to internal and external stakeholders, fostering a culture of data-driven decision-making.

Qualifications

Now that we've introduced you to the position as Data Engineer what skill, qualifications and experience should you have?

• Proficiency in Python (pandas, numpy, matplotlib, ggplot, seaborn) and SQL.
• Familiarity with R (optional).
• Excel skills (user level).
• Experience with BI tools such as QlikSense, Power BI, or Tableau.
• Knowledge of cloud services, particularly AWS, is a plus.
• Familiarity with data management tools, with experience in dbt considered advantageous.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong storytelling skills to effectively communicate insights.
• English with good communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Additional Information

Why Netquest is great for you? We offer the following benefits:

• Prepaid Medicine paid 100% by the company (MedPlus)
• Birthday Day Off
• 40 hours per week
• Hybrid work - 2 days at office, 3 days at home
• Unlimited Employee Asistance Program (EAP) 

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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