Web Scraping Specialist

Web Scraping Specialist

$70k – $140k

Who We Are.

Wynd Labs is an early-stage startup that is on a mission to democratize the future of AI. Through our first product, Grass, we provide universal access to public web data, and a system where ordinary people can participate in the process - and share in the benefits.

This project is for those who lead with initiative, seek to challenge themselves and thrive on curiosity.

We operate with a lean, highly motivated team who revel in the responsibility that comes with autonomy. We have a flat organizational structure, the people making decisions are also the ones implementing them. We are driven by ambitious goals and a strong sense of urgency. Leadership is given to those who show initiative, consistently deliver excellence and bring the best out of those around them. Join us if you want to set the tone for a fair and equitable internet.

The Role.

We are seeking a Web Scraping Specialist who is proficient and brings significant experience in data extraction and web scraping techniques. You will join a small, specialized team and lead efforts to gather and analyze data, optimize scraping processes, and support our vision for a future where Grass plays a crucial role in transforming internet data accessibility.

Who You Are.

• Demonstrated ability to extract data from complex websites with minimal supervision, with a portfolio or examples of past projects.
• Proficiency in languages such as Python or JavaScript, with strong skills in libraries and frameworks like BeautifulSoup, Scrapy, or Selenium.
• Knowledge of asynchronous programming, multithreading, and distributed scraping.
• In-depth knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and the Document Object Model (DOM).
• Experience with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra), capable of designing efficient storage solutions and managing data integrity.
• Ability to apply machine learning algorithms for data cleaning, categorization, or predictive analysis adds significant value.
• Experience with cloud services (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure) for deploying and managing scraping jobs at scale.
• Active participation in open-source projects related to web scraping, data processing, or similar fields.

What You'll Be Doing.

• Write, test, and refine code that extracts data from various online sources, ensuring reliability and efficiency.
• Perform data retrieval tasks, handling complexities such as pagination and dynamic content loaded with AJAX.
• Clean and format extracted data, ensuring …