Data Management Specialist Full Time NEW

As a data management specialist at Gallup, you’ll process global survey data from the Gallup World Poll’s face-to-face, phone and web surveys — transforming raw responses into structured, high-quality datasets ready for analysis and reporting. With a strong understanding of the full survey research life cycle — from questionnaire design and sampling to data weighting and interpretation — you’ll ensure accuracy, integrity and reproducibility across every step. You’ll document complex processes, identify opportunities to streamline workflows, and collaborate with technology and research partners to continuously improve our global data pipelines.

If you’re passionate about quality survey data, smarter systems and making global insights possible, this role was made for you.

What You’ll Do

• Perform data processing tasks in line with project specifications to convert raw data to final, client-ready deliverables; these tasks may include merging data, recoding and creating derived variables, coding open-ended responses, removing personally identifiable information (PII), resolving missing values via imputation, and other tasks
• Conduct quality checks on datasets (raw and final) to ensure alignment with questionnaire logic, skip patterns and project requirements
• Develop, refine, implement and document data cleaning rules in collaboration with project teams
• Merge, standardize and harmonize datasets from different sources
• Support project teams to explore data relationships
• Conduct data analysis in partnership with a statistician
• Clearly document all data processing steps in clear, reproducible formats to support transparency, reproducibility and quality control
• Source, integrate, process and maintain GPS shapefiles and other geospatial datasets

Who We Want

• Detail-oriented perfectionists who spot inconsistencies others miss and uphold the highest standards of data quality and accuracy
• Analytical thinkers who detect patterns, solve problems, and make decisions rooted in logic and precision
• Process improvers who identify inefficiencies and champion automation and documentation to streamline workflows
• Productive achievers who manage a fast-paced workload with discipline, accountability and minimal supervision
• Curious learners who seek out new tools, methods and best practices to stay on the cutting edge of data processing and research

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred
• At least three years of experience managing and processing survey data required
• Proficiency in R required
• Proficiency in Python and/or SQL preferred
• Experience with data documentation standards including use of metadata and codebooks preferred
• Working knowledge of geospatial analysis and tools preferred
• A commitment to working on-site at Gallup’s Bangalore office at least three days a week required
• Eligibility to work in India required; this position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship

What You’ll Experience

• Mission-driven work: Make a meaningful difference in the world with your unique contributions, commitment to service and exceptional outcomes.
• An empowering culture: Collaborate with smart, passionate people who love what they do and welcome your ideas, perspectives and experiences.
• Learning and development: Grow in your career as we invest in what you do best, encourage curiosity and create an environment where it’s safe — and expected — to challenge the status quo.
• Brand strength, startup energy: Thrive in an innovative environment backed by a trusted brand.
• A vibrant workplace: Enjoy a dynamic and inspiring work environment in our office on the 14th floor of The Millenia, Tower A, in Bangalore’s Ulsoor district, close to key business hubs, dining and cultural attractions.

Learn more about life at Gallup.

Gallup offers a robust benefits package that includes competitive pay, medical and life insurance, a retirement savings program, an employee stock ownership program, mass transit reimbursement, family-building benefits, an employee assistance program, and various reimbursements and activities that enhance our associates’ wellbeing.

Gallup is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that celebrates, supports and promotes diversity and inclusion. We will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other legally protectd basis, in accordance with applicable law.

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