Senior Specialist, Web Data Operations

This role is open to candidates in the Lehi, Utah area and Chicago, Illinois area.

As a Senior Specialist in Web Data Operations, you will lead the execution of high‑quality web scraping projects that enable Bain teams to answer complex business questions with web‑derived data. You will own the end‑to‑end delivery of assigned projects, from scoping and configuration to execution, QA, and handoff. As a senior technical contributor within the Web Data CoE, you’ll also help mentor peers, improve delivery processes, and build internal expertise in data extraction best practices.

• Deliver recurring and one‑off web scraping projects using Bain’s proprietary platform, ensuring quality, completeness, and timeliness
• Own end‑to‑end project delivery, including scoping, configuration, execution, QA, and handoff
• Configure and optimize scraping tools (e.g., proxies, selectors, parsers) for varied uses and troubleshoot technical edge cases
• Collaborate with fulfillment and data teams to define scope, align on timelines, and ensure accurate output delivery
• Conduct proactive QA, investigate inconsistencies, escalate bugs, and propose improvements to reduce defects and delays
• Serve as a technical lead on projects (role‑scaled by level), supporting delivery excellence and stakeholder communication
• Document scraping strategies and contribute to internal playbooks and knowledge repositories
• Stay current on emerging web data, scraping, and automation trends
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to building internal expertise

Must‑have

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a technical, data, or analytical field
• 2+ years of experience working with web scraping tools or delivering structured web data
• Experience using or exposure to JavaScript, HTML, or Node.js
• Familiarity with data formats such as JSON and CSV
• Strong technical troubleshooting skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Clear communicator with internal delivery teams
• Interest in web data, browser behavior, and automation logic
• Self‑starter with a process improvement mindset

Nice‑to‑have

• Experience with proxies, scraping edge cases, or anti‑bot mitigation (e.g., IP rotation)
• Experience using scraping frameworks or proxy management tools
• Exposure to SQL, APIs, or modern scraping architectures
• Experience working in fast‑paced, data‑oriented or client‑oriented environments

This role follows a hybrid model, requiring in‑office presence at least 2 days per week.

Compensation for this role includes base salary, an annual discretionary performance bonus, and a 401(k) plan with an annual employer contribution based on years of service.

Estimated annualized compensation ranges:

• In Illinois: $103,500 – $124,500
• In Utah: $89,500 – $107,500

Additional benefits include:

• 4.5% 401(k) company contribution, fully vested upon start date
• Bain pays 100% of individual employee premiums for medical, dental, and vision programs
• Generous paid time off, including parental leave, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Paid life and long‑term disability insurance
• Annual fitness reimbursements