SVP, Technology- Platform Architect

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SVP, Technology- Platform Architect - 65385

Technology and Engineering - USA Chicago, Illinois 

 

 

ABOUT NIELSEN CONNECT: 
Nielsen Connect empowers manufacturers and retailers to make bold decisions and transform their businesses with trusted data, solutions, and insights designed to drive progress. We collect and process billions of pieces of data every single day, transforming this raw information into cutting edge solutions powered by our unified platform - an open data ecosystem, built on Microsoft Azure. Our Connect platform is microservices-based, with all layers highly decoupled and focused, so we can move as quickly as technology evolves, and transform the consumer research industry in ways our clients have never seen before. 
 
HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE: 
Our system processes enormous amounts of data - in any given month, we’re collecting data from 1+ million panel households, 6.7+ billion store transactions, and 30+ million retail items. As our Platform Architect, you will be responsible for leading the design of this platform, which powers the future of our Connect business. You will be expected to ensure we’re making long-term technology decisions, by building a stable, scalable system rooted in modern architecture & design. We need your expertise to ensure we are building for the business of the future. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO: 

  • In an Agile environment, lead the architecture and design of our cloud-based platform.
  • Partner with leadership across technology and the business, aligning business and enterprise initiatives with the Enterprise Architecture.
  • Develop the current architecture best practices, build framework, templates, and processes.
  • Manage projects of varying scope and complexity, impacting the greater technology organization and business.
  • Provide mentorship and visionary leadership to the technology organization.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices.

 

WE ARE LOOKING FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE: 

  • B.S. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Deep experience in modern architecture and design, specifically in a cloud-based data platform designing solutions using APIs that handle large data volumes securely and efficiently using PaaS, IaaS and SaaS offerings
  • Demonstrated expertise in Data Architecture and Security Architecture
  • Familiarity with a breadth of technologies, with expertise in their applicability to specific problems and solutions 
  • Experience building big data / machine learning pipelines, constructing cloud warehouses, working in real time data capture, and designing solutions that leverage new and legacy components via microservices
  • Deep understanding of data lake, cataloguing, ingestion, data warehouses, and CI/CD
  • Exceptional project management skills, preferably in an Agile environment 
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively influence across cross-functional technology teams, the business and outside the organization 
  • Previous experience conducting ongoing research and assessment of new approaches for potential use within the enterprise  #LI-AK3
     

ABOUT NIELSEN

We’re in tune with what the world is watching, buying, and everything in between. If you can think of it, we’re measuring it. We sift through the small stuff and piece together big pictures to provide a comprehensive understanding of what’s happening now and what’s coming next for our clients. Today’s data is tomorrow’s marketplace revelation.

We like to be in the middle of the action. That’s why you can find us at work in over 100 countries. From global industry leaders to small businesses, consumer goods to media companies, we work with them all. We’re bringing in data 24/7 and the possibilities are endless. See what’s next with us at Nielsen: careers.nielsen.com

 

Nielsen is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran status or any other protected class.

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