Freelance Data Scraping Engineer (Python)

53 minutes ago
Part-time
Mid Level
Software Development
Mindrift.ai: Be the “I” in AI

Mindrift.ai: Be the “I” in AI

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Internet Software & Services

Description

  • Own end-to-end data extraction workflows across complex websites, ensuring complete coverage, accuracy, and reliable delivery of structured datasets.
  • Use internal tools such as Apify and OpenRouter alongside custom workflows to speed up data collection, validation, and task execution.
  • Extract data from dynamic and interactive web sources, including JavaScript-rendered content and sites with changing behavior.
  • Enforce data quality standards through validation checks, cross-source consistency controls, formatting adherence, and systematic verification before delivery.
  • Scale scraping operations for large datasets using batching or parallelization while monitoring failures and maintaining stability against minor site changes.

Requirements

  • At least 3 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 a related technical field is a plus.
  • Strong experience with Python web scraping tools such as BeautifulSoup and Selenium, including dynamic content, AJAX, infinite scroll, and APIs via proxies.
  • Proven ability to extract data from complex structures such as hierarchies, archived pages, and inconsistent HTML.
  • Solid background in data cleaning, normalization, and validation, with delivery of structured datasets in CSV, JSON, or Google Sheets.
  • Hands-on experience with LLMs and AI frameworks to support automation and problem-solving.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
  • Self-directed work ethic with the ability to troubleshoot independently.
  • A GitHub link is a plus.
  • English proficiency at Upper-intermediate (B2) level or above is required.

Benefits

  • Work fully remote on your own schedule with only a laptop and stable internet connection.
  • Gain hands-on experience in a hybrid environment where human expertise and AI agents collaborate.
  • Participate in performance-based bonus programs that reward high-quality work and consistent delivery.

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