Specialist, Web Data Operations
Tech Economy is consistently recognized as one of the world’s best places to work and is seeking a Specialist in Web Data Operations. In this role, you will execute and support web scraping projects, delivering high-quality datasets while collaborating with various teams to ensure project success.
Responsibilities
- Deliver recurring and one-off web scraping projects using Bain’s proprietary platform, ensuring quality, completeness, and timeliness
- Own (Senior Specialist) or manage (Specialist) end-to-end project delivery, including scoping, configuration, execution, QA, and handoff
- Configure and optimize scraping tools (e.g., proxies, selectors, parsers) for varied use cases and troubleshoot technical edge cases
- Collaborate with fulfillment and data teams to define scope, align on timelines, and ensure accurate output delivery
- Conduct proactive QA, investigate inconsistencies, escalate bugs, and propose improvements to reduce defects and delays
- Serve as a technical lead on projects (role-scaled by level), supporting delivery excellence and stakeholder communication
- Document scraping strategies and contribute to internal playbooks and knowledge repositories
- Stay current on emerging web data, scraping, and automation trends
- Mentor junior team members and contribute to building internal expertise (Senior Specialist)
Skills
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a technical, data, or analytical field
- 1+ years (Specialist) or 2+ years (Senior Specialist) of experience working with web scraping tools or delivering structured web data
- Experience using or exposure to JavaScript, HTML, or Node.js
- Familiarity with data formats such as JSON and CSV
- Strong technical troubleshooting skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Clear communicator with internal delivery teams
- Interest in web data, browser behavior, and automation logic
- Self-starter with a process improvement mindset
- Experience with proxies, scraping edge cases, or anti-bot mitigation (e.g., IP rotation)
- Experience using scraping frameworks or proxy management tools
- Exposure to SQL, APIs, or modern scraping architectures
- Experience working in fast-paced, data- or client-oriented environments
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with an annual employer contribution based on years of service
- Bain pays 100% individual employee premiums for medical, dental and vision programs
- Generous paid time off, including parental leave, sick leave and paid holidays
- Fully vested 401(k) company contribution
- Paid Life and Long-Term Disability insurance
- Annual fitness reimbursements
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