Survey Programmer – Market Research

KJT

. Provide programming and technical services for online questionnaire programming, sample logistics setup and processing, and survey programming for internal and client projects .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $60,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in survey programming and data validation, utilizing web programming languages and AI-enabled tools to enhance operational efficiency. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure project specifications are met while maintaining data security and quality standards.

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Survey Programming ExperienceWeb Programming Languages (HTML, JavaScript, CSS)Scripting Language Proficiency (Python)Survey Programming Platforms (Forsta, Qualtrics, etc.)Data Validation and Logic Testing

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Hard Skills

Survey ProgrammingWeb Programming (HTML, JavaScript, CSS)Scripting (Python)Data ValidationLogic TestingSurvey Data ExportsAutomation ScriptingVersion ControlData Structure AnalysisSample File Processing

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailEscalation of Issues

Tools & Technologies

ForstaQualtricsDecipherConfirmitSawtoothCMIXMicrosoft Office (Excel)ZoomTeamsAI-Enabled Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Related DisciplineISO 27001 Data Security Compliance

Industry Keywords

Market ResearchHealthcareSurvey ProgrammingData SecurityConfidentiality

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaScriptPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide programming and technical services for online questionnaire programming, sample logistics setup and processing, and survey programming for internal and client projects
Interpret project requirements and develop, debug, and maintain web-based survey programs throughout project lifecycles
Review questionnaires for programming logic and data structure; flag issues and recommend changes
Process, format, and prepare sample files, validating required fields, IDs, segmentation variables, and project-specific requirements
Produce and validate survey data exports, ensuring variables, response codes, and data structures are analysis-ready and documented
Perform logic testing, data validation, link testing, and quality control before instruments go live or data advances to reporting
Collaborate with Research, Project Management, Sampling Team, Operations team members, and contracted vendors on specifications, timelines, and deliverables
Develop and document programming standards, reusable templates, best practices, onboarding documentation, and process improvements
Use approved AI-enabled tools for programming, scripting, testing, documentation, and internal tool development while validating all AI-assisted outputs
Build, test, and maintain internal scripts, automations, and tooling to improve Operations efficiency, quality, and turnaround
Follow KJT’s BRAIN framework, AI usage guidelines, confidentiality expectations, and ISO 27001-aligned data-security rules
Escalate unclear specifications, programming risks, data-quality issues, timeline concerns, and AI-assisted output concerns
Develop AI-assisted programming and automation proficiency through daily work, feedback, approved tool use, and continual skill development

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of survey programming experience, ideally in market research and preferably healthcare
Experience programming and debugging web-based surveys on platforms such as Forsta, Decipher, Confirmit, Qualtrics, Sawtooth, or CMIX required
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, mathematics, economics, or a related discipline preferred; computer science coursework highly recommended
Proficiency with web programming languages, including HTML, JavaScript, and CSS
Proficiency with a scripting language such as Python for data handling and automation
Familiarity with survey programming platforms, survey data export formats, and version control
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Comfort with videoconferencing tools including Zoom and Teams
Ability to use approved AI-enabled and AI-assisted coding tools responsibly
Ability to protect respondent PII, panel data, and client data within approved, ISO 27001-vetted tools
Ability to perform logic testing, data validation, and link testing
Ability to produce and validate survey data exports with correct variables, response codes, and structure
Ability to build and test practical scripts and automations
Ability to identify and escalate unclear specifications, programming risks, data-quality issues, timeline concerns, or AI-assisted output concerns
Ability to translate project specifications into technical requirements and communicate timelines, risks, and technical trade-offs clearly