Senior Software Engineer
Dentsu Global Services · Gurugram, Haryana, India
- On site
- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- Gurugram, Haryana, India
Job highlights
- Build automation tools for digital campaign data.
- Compare internal systems with DSP platforms.
- Utilize JavaScript, Power Automate, Power BI, Excel.
- Develop scripts for data extraction and validation.
- Create Power BI dashboards for reporting discrepancies.
About the role
Senior Software Engineer
The creation and maintenance of Digital campaigns in DSPs is a manual process with many inputs that are critical to get correct as dentsu is at risk for any errors. The Automation Engineer will build lightweight automation tools to compare campaign data between internal systems and DSP platforms. The goal is rapid deployment of a practical QA solution using JavaScript, Power Automate, Power BI, and Excel-based tooling.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop scripts to extract and normalize data from DSP exports
- Build comparison engines to identify discrepancies for: Geo targeting, Audience / Campaign, Creative, URL / Tagging
- Automate validation workflows using: JavaScript, Power Automate, Excel macros
- Build Power BI dashboards for discrepancy reporting
- Iterate quickly in sprint cycles
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in technical/related field
- 5-7 years related experience in lieu of degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is required
- 3+ years experience in JavaScript development
- Strong Excel VBA skills
- Experience with Microsoft Power Platform
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Nice to Have:
- Experience working with DSP APIs
- Background in digital media buying or ad ops
- Power BI dashboard development experience
Key skills/competency
- Software Engineering
- JavaScript Development
- Data Extraction and Normalization
- Automation Tools
- Power Platform (Power Automate, Power BI)
- Excel VBA
- Digital Media
- Ad Operations
- QA Solutions
- Sprint Cycles
Skills & topics
- Senior Software Engineer
- JavaScript
- Power Automate
- Power BI
- Excel VBA
- Automation
- Data Comparison
- Digital Media
- Ad Operations
- QA Automation
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight JavaScript, Power Platform, and Excel VBA skills. Quantify achievements in automation and data comparison.
- Craft a strong cover letter: Emphasize your experience with digital media and your understanding of DSP platforms.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss JavaScript coding challenges and Power Platform solutions.
- Showcase problem-solving skills: Demonstrate how you've identified and resolved data discrepancies in previous roles.
- Understand Dentsu's values: Research the company's commitment to innovation and client success.
Technical preparation
Practice JavaScript data manipulation and scripting.,Build sample Power Automate flows for data tasks.,Develop Excel macros for data analysis.,Familiarize with Power BI for reporting.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex data discrepancy you resolved.,How do you ensure accuracy in automated processes?,Share an experience automating a manual workflow.,How do you collaborate in sprint cycles?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Senior Software Engineer at Dentsu Global Services in India?
- The Senior Software Engineer at Dentsu Global Services in India will focus on building automation tools to compare digital campaign data between internal systems and DSP platforms. Key responsibilities include developing scripts for data extraction and normalization, building comparison engines for discrepancies, automating validation workflows, and creating Power BI dashboards for reporting.
- What technical skills are essential for this Senior Software Engineer role at Dentsu?
- Essential technical skills for this role include 3+ years of JavaScript development, strong Excel VBA skills, and experience with the Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power BI). A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical field is also required, along with 5-7 years of related experience.
- What is the expected work arrangement for the Senior Software Engineer position at Dentsu India?
- The job description indicates the location as 'DGS - India - Gurugram - Golf View Corporate Towers', suggesting an on-site work arrangement in Gurugram, India.
- How does Dentsu Global Services approach digital campaign QA?
- Dentsu Global Services aims to move away from manual processes for digital campaign creation and maintenance. They are building automation tools to compare campaign data, identify discrepancies, and ensure accuracy, reducing the risk of errors.
- What kind of experience is considered 'Nice to Have' for this Senior Software Engineer role?
- Nice-to-have experience includes working with DSP APIs, having a background in digital media buying or ad operations, and specific Power BI dashboard development experience.
- What is the employment type for this Senior Software Engineer position?
- The employment type for this position is Full Time and the contract type is Permanent.