Mantra Softech - Data Specialist

Description :

Data Collection & Acquisition :

- Design and execute comprehensive data collection strategies from known and unknown sources across global markets

- Identify and establish relationships with new data providers, vendors, and partners worldwide

- Research and implement innovative methods and technologies for data acquisition

- Collect structured and unstructured data from web sources, APIs, public databases, third-party vendors, and proprietary channels

- Develop automated data collection pipelines and workflows to improve efficiency

Data Management & Versioning :

- Implement robust data versioning systems to track changes, updates, and historical records

- Maintain comprehensive documentation of data sources, collection methodologies, and lineage

- Ensure data quality through validation, cleaning, and standardisation processes

- Manage data catalogues and metadata repositories

- Create and maintain data collection protocols and standard operating procedures

Compliance & Privacy :

- Ensure all data collection activities comply with GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant privacy regulations

- Conduct privacy impact assessments for new data collection initiatives

- Work closely with legal and compliance teams to maintain adherence to data protection policies

- Implement data anonymization and pseudonymization techniques where required

- Stay updated on evolving privacy laws and regulations globally

Innovation & Strategy :

- Research emerging technologies and methodologies in data collection (AI/ML, web scraping, IoT, etc.)

- Propose and pilot innovative data acquisition approaches

- Evaluate new tools, platforms, and vendors for data collection capabilities

- Identify gaps in current data holdings and recommend solutions

Preferred Qualifications :

- Background in market research, business intelligence, or data analytics companies

- Certifications in data privacy (CIPP/E, CIPM) or data management (CDMP)

- Experience with data quality tools (Great Expectations, Talend, etc.)

- Knowledge of international data transfer mechanisms and frameworks

- Experience in collecting biometric, image, audio, or IRIS-based datasets (a plus).