Senior Python Data Scraping Engineer

Mindrift

. Own end-to-end data extraction workflows across complex websites, ensuring complete coverage, accuracy, and reliable delivery of structured datasets .

Posted 9/25/2026part-timeRemote • Romania, Poland, Czechia, Hungary, Slovakia, BulgariaSenior💰 $40 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data extraction workflows, leveraging tools for efficient data collection and validation while ensuring data quality and accuracy. Proficient in handling complex web scraping tasks, including dynamic content and anti-bot mechanisms, with a strong foundation in Python and cloud infrastructure.

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Python Web ScrapingData Extraction WorkflowsData Cleaning and ValidationCloud Infrastructure (AWS)Containerization (Docker)

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Hard Skills

Web ScrapingScriptingAutomationData NormalizationDynamic Content HandlingAPIs via ProxiesData Structuring (CSV, JSON, Google Sheets)Anti-Bot MechanismsHierarchical Data ExtractionValidation Checks

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailSelf-Directed Work EthicTroubleshooting

Tools & Technologies

BeautifulSoupSeleniumApifyOpenRouterLangChainDocker

Industry Keywords

Data EngineeringWeb ScrapingAutomationSoftware DevelopmentTechnical Fields

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudDockerJavaScriptPythonSelenium

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own end-to-end data extraction workflows across complex websites, ensuring complete coverage, accuracy, and reliable delivery of structured datasets
Leverage available tools and custom workflows to accelerate data collection, validation, and task execution while meeting defined requirements
Ensure reliable extraction from dynamic and interactive web sources, adapting approaches for JavaScript-rendered content and changing site behavior
Enforce data quality standards through validation checks, cross-source consistency controls, formatting specifications, and systematic verification before delivery
Scale scraping operations for large datasets using efficient batching or parallelization
Monitor failures and maintain stability against minor site structure changes
Handle specialized data scraping workflows for real-world applications within the Tendem project using tools such as Apify, OpenRouter, and other technologies

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 5+ years of relevant experience in data engineering, web scraping, automation, or software development
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or related technical fields is a plus
Strong technical foundation and practical experience with scripting, automation, and data extraction workflows
Strong experience in Python web scraping, including BeautifulSoup, Selenium or similar, dynamic content (JS, AJAX, infinite scroll), and APIs via proxies
Ability to extract data from complex structures, including hierarchies, archived pages, and inconsistent HTML
Solid background in data cleaning, normalization, and validation, delivering structured datasets in CSV, JSON, or Google Sheets
Demonstrated experience handling anti-bot mechanisms and dynamic site structures at scale
Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS or equivalent) and containerization (Docker) as part of real workflows
Hands-on experience with LLM frameworks such as LangChain, OpenRouter, or similar applied to automation tasks
Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
Self-directed work ethic and ability to troubleshoot independently
English proficiency: Upper-intermediate (B2) or above
A link to GitHub is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Freelance, part-time remote opportunity
Estimated 10–20 hours per week during active project phases
Access to innovative technology projects through the Mindrift platform