Description & Requirements WHAT MAKES US A GREAT PLACE TO WORK We are proud to be consistently recognized as one of the world's best places to work. We are currently the top ranked consulting firm on Glassdoor's Best Places to Work list and have earned the #1 overall spot a record seven times. Extraordinary teams are at the heart of our business strategy, but these don't happen by chance. They require intentional focus on bringing together a broad set of backgrounds, cultures, experiences, perspectives, and skills in a supportive and inclusive work environment. We hire people with exceptional talent and create an environment in which every individual can thrive professionally and personally.
WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH The Web Data CoE has a mission to be and provide data to all uplines within Bain. We are sector and region agnostic. Through proprietary technologies and tools built internally we can extract targeted data from many web pages. The Web Data CoE is an active participant in innovation for alternative data software solutions that leverage webscraping technologies.
WHERE YOU'LL FIT WITHIN THE TEAM 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.
This role is ideal for someone who combines technical fluency, attention to detail, and delivery ownership, with a strong interest in growing their expertise in scraping logic, web architecture, and automation patterns.
WHAT YOU'LL DO - 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 use cases 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
ABOUT YOU Must-have
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a technical, data, or analytical field
- 2+ years (Senior Specialist) 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- or client-oriented environments
WORK MODEL / TRAVEL This role follows a hybrid model, requiring in-office presence at least 2 days per week.
U.S. COMPENSATION INFORMATION Compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary performance bonus, 401(k) plan with an annual employer contribution based on years of service and Bain's best in class benefits package (details listed below).
Some local governments in the United States require a good-faith, reasonable salary range to be included in job postings for open roles. The estimated annualized compensation for this role is as follows:
In Illinois, the good-faith, reasonable annualized full-time salary range for this role is between $103,500 - $124,500
Annual discretionary performance bonus
This role may also be eligible for other elements of discretionary compensation
4.5% 401(k) company contribution, which increases after 3 years of service and is 100% vested upon start date
Bain & Company's comprehensive benefits and wellness program is designed to help employees achieve personal independence, protection and stability in the areas most important to you and your family.
Bain pays 100% individual employee premiums for medical, dental and vision programs, offering one of the most comprehensive medical plans for employees without impacting your paycheck
Generous paid time off, including parental leave, sick leave and paid holidays
Fully vested 401(k) company contribution
Paid Life and Long-Term Disability insurance
Annual fitness reimbursements
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