Web-Scraping & bot-defense researcher

Description

MWDN is seeking a highly skilled and experienced web-scraping and bot-defense researcher to join our client's team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing new web scraping capabilities and methods to extract data from a variety of websites. You will work closely with other engineers to identify and prioritize data sources, design and implement scraping strategies and ensure the integrity and accuracy of the extracted data.

Why does MWDN rock?

MWDN connects exceptional tech talent with leading companies across Israel, the USA, Great Britain, and Western Europe. We aim to ensure our employees enjoy a rewarding and secure experience while collaborating with prestigious international clients.

Here’s what you can expect when you get employed by MWDN:

• Security first. We vet our clients to eliminate risks, ensuring reliability and timely payments for your hard work—no fraud or unforeseen events here!
• Career support. If a match isn't right, we're here for you. We actively assist our employees in finding new opportunities that fit their skills and aspirations.
• Legal assistance. We provide guidance on legal matters (e.g., opening and administering your private entrepreneur account, taxes, army enrollment, etc.).
• Professional development. We offer English courses and other engaging activities, including team-building events.

Why choose us? MWDN is ranked among the top 5 IT employers in our region by DOU, and we pride ourselves on our transparency and commitment to our team. Curious to learn more? Discover what our employees say about us in their DOU reviews: MWDN reviews.

What is your new project?

Domain: Web data

Location: Florida (USA)

Company size: 11-50 employees

Founded in: 2020

What makes this project exciting?

Our client is an innovative startup that transforms how businesses access and utilize data. Using over 1 million global IPs and a database of more than 650 million verified profiles, they empower companies to make data-driven decisions with precision and ease.

They are looking for creative, driven individuals eager to push boundaries and contribute to a rapidly expanding client base. If you’re passionate about data science, analytics, or tech, this is your chance to join a dynamic team that delivers impactful, real-time data solutions. Their collaborative, innovative culture provides the perfect environment for those looking to grow alongside industry experts.

What makes you a great fit

• 2-3 years of experience with web scraping and parsing techniques.
• Strong programming skills, particularly in languages such as Python, or NodeJS.
• Experience in full-stack development.
• Familiarity with website technologies such as HTML, AJAX, and JavaScript.
• Experience Puppeteer or Selenium.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Level of spoken English: at least an upper-intermediate.

Advantage:

• Experience with network scanners and sniffers such as Wireshark.
• Experience with web development API development or ETL processes.
• Familiarity with data storage technologies such as SQL or NoSQL databases.
• Experience with machine learning and AI techniques for detecting and defending against bots.

Your day-to-day in this position

• Research and Develop prototypes for new web scraping methods and scripts using programming languages such as Python, Java, or NodeJS.
• Design and implement efficient scraping strategies to extract data from websites.
• Collaborate with engineers to integrate the extracted data into our data pipeline.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest web scraping and bot-defense techniques and technologies.

Why work with us?

• People-oriented management without bureaucracy.
• The friendly climate inside the company is confirmed by the frequent comeback of previous employees.
• Paid time off (18 working days per year, plus all national holidays and 9 sick days).
• Flexible working schedule.
• Full financial and legal support for private entrepreneurs.
• Free English classes with native speakers or with Ukrainian teachers (for your choice).
• Dedicated HR.

Our next steps

✅ Submit a CV in English — ✅ Intro call with a Recruiter — ✅ Client's technical interview — ✅ Final client's Interview — ✅ Offer