Senior Web Scraping Specialist (Python)
Mindrift · NAMER
- Hybrid
- Part-time
- $80,000 / year
- NAMER
Job highlights
- Remote Python role for AI project specialists.
- Scrape complex data from dynamic websites.
- Utilize Apify, OpenRouter, and custom Python.
- Part-time, 10-20 hours/week estimated.
- Earn up to $37/hour based on performance.
About the role
About Mindrift and the Tendem Project
Mindrift is seeking highly skilled Senior Python Data Scraping Engineers for the Tendem project. This role is part of a hybrid AI + human system where you will collaborate with AI agents, providing critical thinking, domain expertise, and quality control to deliver accurate, actionable results. We are a platform connecting specialists with AI projects from major tech innovators, aiming to unlock Generative AI potential by leveraging global expertise.
About the Role
This is a freelance, part-time remote opportunity. As an AI Pilot, you will handle specialized data scraping tasks requiring technical precision for web extraction and processing. You will utilize tools such as Apify and OpenRouter, alongside your own resourceful approaches.
Key Responsibilities
- Own end-to-end data extraction workflows across complex websites, ensuring complete coverage, accuracy, and reliable delivery of structured datasets.
- Leverage internal tools (Apify, OpenRouter) 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, adherence to formatting specifications, and systematic verification.
- Scale scraping operations for large datasets using efficient batching or parallelization, monitor failures, and maintain stability against minor site structure changes.
Project Time Expectations
Tasks are estimated to require around 10–20 hours per week during active phases. This is an estimate, not a guaranteed workload, and applies only while the project is active.
Compensation
Contributors can earn up to $37 per hour equivalent, depending on their level and pace of contribution. Compensation varies across projects depending on scope, complexity, and required expertise.
How to Get Started
Simply apply to this post, qualify, and get the chance to contribute to projects matching your technical skills on your own schedule. You'll play a key role in advancing AI capabilities and real-world applications.
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 related technical fields is a plus.
- Strong experience in Python web scraping (BeautifulSoup, Selenium or similar), including dynamic content (JS, AJAX, infinite scroll) and APIs via proxies.
- Proven ability to extract data from complex structures (hierarchies, archived pages, inconsistent HTML).
- Solid background in data cleaning, normalization, and validation, delivering structured datasets (CSV, JSON, Google Sheets).
- Hands-on experience with LLMs and AI frameworks to enhance automation and problem-solving.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
- Self-directed work ethic with ability to troubleshoot independently.
- A link to GitHub is a plus.
- English proficiency: Upper-intermediate (B2) or above.
Why This Freelance Opportunity Might Be a Great Fit for You
- Work fully remote on your own schedule with just a laptop and stable internet connection.
- Gain hands-on experience in a unique hybrid environment where human expertise and AI agents collaborate seamlessly—a distinctive skill set in a rapidly growing field.
- Participate in performance-based bonus programs that reward high-quality work and consistent delivery.
Key skills/competency
- Senior Web Scraping Engineer Python
- Web Scraping
- Data Extraction
- Data Processing
- Python
- BeautifulSoup
- Selenium
- Data Cleaning
- Data Validation
- LLMs
Skills & topics
- Senior Web Scraping Engineer Python
- Web Scraping
- Data Extraction
- Data Processing
- Python
- BeautifulSoup
- Selenium
- Data Engineering
- Automation
- AI Pilot
- Freelance
- Remote
- Part-time
How to get hired
- Apply and Qualify: Submit your application directly and pass the qualification process for this AI Pilot role.
- Highlight Python Skills: Showcase your 3+ years of experience in Python web scraping (BeautifulSoup, Selenium) and data extraction.
- Detail Data Expertise: Emphasize your background in data cleaning, normalization, validation, and handling complex/dynamic web content.
- Demonstrate AI Familiarity: Mention any experience with LLMs and AI frameworks to enhance your problem-solving capabilities.
- Showcase Work Ethic: Provide a GitHub link if available and highlight your self-directed, detail-oriented approach.
Technical preparation
Master Python libraries: BeautifulSoup, Selenium.,Practice scraping dynamic, JS-rendered content.,Build diverse data structures (JSON, CSV).,Integrate LLMs for enhanced automation.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex web scraping challenge.,How do you ensure data accuracy and quality?,How do you handle changing website structures?,Explain your approach to independent troubleshooting.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Senior Web Scraping Engineer Python role at Mindrift?
- This is a fully remote, part-time freelance role. You can work on your own schedule from anywhere with a laptop and stable internet connection.
- What programming languages and tools are essential for this Mindrift Senior Web Scraping Engineer position?
- Strong proficiency in Python web scraping using libraries like BeautifulSoup and Selenium is required. Experience with dynamic content (JS, AJAX, infinite scroll) and APIs via proxies is also crucial. Familiarity with Apify and OpenRouter is beneficial.
- What is the expected weekly time commitment for the Senior Web Scraping Engineer Python role?
- Tasks for this Tendem project are estimated to require around 10-20 hours per week during active phases. This workload is an estimate and applies only while the project is active.
- How is compensation determined for the Senior Web Scraping Engineer Python role at Mindrift?
- Contributors can earn up to $37 per hour equivalent. The final compensation varies based on your experience level, pace of contribution, and the specific project's scope, complexity, and required expertise.
- What are the key responsibilities of an AI Pilot (Senior Web Scraping Engineer) at Mindrift?
- As an AI Pilot, you'll own end-to-end data extraction workflows, ensure data quality and accuracy, handle dynamic web content, scale scraping operations, and provide critical thinking to complement AI agents.
- Does Mindrift require a specific degree for the Senior Web Scraping Engineer Python role?
- While a Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related technical field is a plus, it is not strictly required. At least 3 years of relevant experience in data engineering, web scraping, or software development is mandatory.
- What makes this freelance opportunity unique at Mindrift?
- This role offers a unique hybrid AI + human collaboration environment, allowing you to gain cutting-edge experience in a rapidly growing field. You also benefit from performance-based bonus programs and the flexibility of remote, self-scheduled work.