Software Engineer

Company Description:

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

Job Description:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive QA Associate (Mid-Level Engineer) with strong experience in both manual and automation testing. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of software products through well-designed test strategies, execution, and automation frameworks. 

Key Responsibilities 

Manual Testing 

• Analyze business requirements, functional specifications, and user stories 

• Design, document, and execute test cases, test plans, and test scenarios 

• Perform functional, regression, integration, and exploratory testing 

• Identify, log, track, and verify defects using defect management tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps) 

• Validate UI/UX, workflows, and data integrity across applications 

• Collaborate with developers, product owners, and business stakeholders to resolve issues 

Automation Testing 

• Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts 

• Design scalable automation frameworks for web/API/mobile applications 

• Integrate automation suites with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure Pipelines) 

• Ensure automation coverage for critical application workflows 

• Perform API testing using tools like Postman, Rest Assured, or equivalent 

• Maintain test data and ensure reusable automation components 

Quality Engineering & Collaboration 

• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies (sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives) 

• Contribute to test strategy, estimation, and release planning 

• Perform root cause analysis of defects and production issues 

• Ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices 

• Continuously improve QA processes and automation effectiveness 

Qualifications:

Technical Skills 

• Strong knowledge of software testing principles and methodologies 

• Experience in manual testing of web/mobile applications 

• Hands-on experience in automation tools such as:  

• Selenium / Playwright 

• TestNG / JUnit  

• Proficiency in at least one programming language:  

• Java/ JavaScript  

• Experience with API testing tools (Postman, RestAssured) 

• Familiarity with version control systems (Git) 

• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines 

• Basic knowledge of SQL for database validation 

Tools & Technologies 

• Test Management: TestRail, Zephyr, Azure Test Plans 

• Defect Tracking: Jira 

• Automation: Selenium, Playwright 

• CI/CD: Jenkins, GitHub Actions 

• API Testing: Postman, RestAssured 

Soft Skills 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities 

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced Agile environment 

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 résumé 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.

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 résumé 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.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

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At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence.  All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion

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