EXPERTISE IN PUBLIC SECTOR DATA & AI RECRUITMENT
Harnham understands the unique challenges and requirements of the Public Sector. Our extensive experience allows us to provide tailored recruitment solutions for a wide range of job titles critical to government, health services, law enforcement, and higher education institutions. Here are some of the key positions we recruit for:
- Data Analysts
- Data Scientists
- Machine Learning Engineers
- AI Specialists
- Data Engineers
- Database Administrators
- BI Developers
- Data Architects
- Data Governance Managers
- Data Privacy Officers
- Cybersecurity Analysts
- IT Project Managers
- System Administrators
- DevOps Engineers
- Research Data Managers
- Educational Data Analysts
- Public Policy Data Analysts
- Health Data Scientists
- Crime Data Analysts
- Law Enforcement Data Specialists
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Our candidates are meticulously selected to bring both technical expertise and innovative thinking to drive your public sector projects forward.
WHY
HARNHAM?
Unparalleled Expertise
With over 17 years of experience in data and AI recruitment, Harnham has a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by the public sector. We leverage this expertise to provide innovative recruitment solutions that keep pace with technological advancements.
Comprehensive Market Knowledge
Our extensive network and detailed market insights allow us to tap into a vast pool of talent, ensuring we deliver precise and effective recruitment solutions tailored to the specific needs of the public sector.
Commitment to Excellence
We are dedicated to providing exceptional service and building long-term partnerships with our clients. Our tailored approach ensures that we meet your specific requirements and help you achieve your strategic objectives.
OUR
SERVICES
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Permanent Recruitment
We specialize in identifying and securing long-term talent who will become integral members of your data and AI teams. Our permanent recruitment solutions focus on finding professionals who align with your organization’s culture and strategic goals, ensuring they make lasting contributions.
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Contract Recruitment
Our contract recruitment services offer the flexibility to scale your workforce according to project demands. We provide access to highly skilled data and AI professionals for temporary or project-based engagements, allowing you to adapt quickly to changing needs.
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Executive Search
We conduct specialized searches for senior and executive-level roles in the public sector, ensuring your leadership team has the vision and expertise to drive your strategic initiatives. Our executive search services focus on finding leaders who can transform your data capabilities.
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Upskilling and Data Training
Elevate your team's data expertise with our all-encompassing training programs covering essential tools and technologies such as Python, SQL, Machine Learning, LLM’s and AI. This empowers your workforce to excel in today's data-driven business landscape.
Connect with the Harnham Public Sector and Higher Education Team
Discover how Harnham’s specialized recruitment services can empower your public sector projects and enhance your organization’s capabilities. Contact us today to learn more about our tailored solutions designed to meet your strategic objectives.
Joseph Pyne
Business Manager
Public Sector / Higher Education
JOBS
LATEST Public Sector
DATA & ai JOBS
Harnham are a specialist Data & AI recruitment business with teams that only focus on niche areas.
Senior Software Engineer Full-Stack (Backend Focused)
Phoenix
$125000 - $140000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentPhoenix, Arizona
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Senior Software Engineer, Full Stack (Backend-Focused)
$125K-$140K base + 10% bonus
Hybrid – Tempe, AZ
No sponsorship available
If you’re the kind of engineer who thinks in systems, not just stories this role is for you.
We’re building and modernizing a fully AWS-native platform that powers mobile applications, customer-facing portals, enterprise integrations, and large-scale operational systems. This isn’t maintenance work it’s architectural evolution in a high-impact environment.
You’ll design and scale distributed systems in a heavily serverless AWS stack, partner directly with business leaders, and help drive modernization initiatives across cloud and AI-integrated platforms.
This is a role for engineers who want ownership, influence, and technical depth.
What You’ll Own
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Architect and build scalable microservices in a fully AWS serverless environment
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Design APIs that power mobile apps, web platforms, and enterprise integrations
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Leverage Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, Glue, and related services at scale
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Contribute to architectural modernization and re-platforming efforts
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Lead code reviews and mentor engineers to raise technical standards
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Partner directly with stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable solutions
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Support CI/CD, reliability, and production readiness
What You Bring
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Strong, hands-on AWS serverless expertise (Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, Glue required)
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Experience designing distributed microservices and API-first architectures
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Backend depth in Python or Node.js
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Experience balancing scalability, cost, latency, and reliability trade-offs
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SQL and NoSQL experience
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Comfort operating in business-facing conversations
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Experience leading projects or mentoring others
Why This Role Stands Out
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Real architectural ownership in an AWS-native ecosystem
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High business visibility and influence
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Opportunity to help re-platform and modernize core systems
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Work on large-scale, real-world operational platforms
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Competitive compensation + bonus
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Clear path toward Technical Lead / Staff growth
To Apply for this Job Click Here
We are the global leaders in Data & AI recruitment
With over 15 years of experience working solely in the Data & AI sector, our Phoenix-focussed consultants are able to offer detailed insights and support into the industry.
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Industry Hub
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News & Blog
With over 10 years experience working solely in the Data & AI sector our consultants are able to offer detailed insights into the industry.
Visit our Blogs & News portal or check out our recent posts below.
Why Dutch-Speaking Data & AI Talent Is So Hard to Hire
by Ross Henderson, Director at Harnham. Why it’s so hard to hire Dutch-speaking Data & AI talent…
Tech in Europe on the decline? The reality of the engineering talent market in the Netherlands tells a different story
by Ross Henderson, Director at Harnham. If you read the news, you’d be forgiven for thinking…
Analytics in Private Equity: Driving Portfolio Value
by Kiran Ramasamy, Business Manager at Harnham. Analytics Leadership in PE Portfolios: Timing the Right Hire A…
Data & Analytics Hiring Trends: Market Insight
by Jamie Smith, Senior Manager at Harnham, UK. Data & Analytics Hiring Trends How working models, technology…
How Analytics Teams Drive Value Creation in Growth-Stage Portfolio Companies
by Tom Brammer, Senior Manager – AI and Machine Learning US Team Analytics teams support value creation…
How a Leading European Media Group Unified Its Data Strategy with Harnham
by Jamie Smith, Senior Manager at Harnham, UK. A major privately owned media organisation in Europe, employing…
From Start-Up to Scale-Up: Hire Exceptional Data Talent in Two Weeks
By Guillian Eller, Manager AI/ML – Harnham You’re growing fast. You needed data talent yesterday. The reality…
Reskilling & Upskilling: What US Data Professionals Are Doing
By Luc Simpson-Kent, Managing Consultant – Harnham US Candidates want growth. Employers want retention. And in today’s…
What’s Driving Northern UK’s Data & AI Hiring in 2025?
by Jamie Smith, Senior Manager at Harnham, UK. At a glance The Northern data and tech market…
The Key to a Strong AI Team: Diversity
by Tom Brammer, Senior Manager – AI and Machine Learning US Team Every company wants to build…
Testimonials
Client and
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A trusted partner of professionals
across the globe.
We understand the challenges our
customers face and offer the
recruitment solutions needed to drive
business success through Data &
AI.
Candidate – Digital Media and Analytics
I've recently got a short-term contract role through Harnham, and things couldn't have gone better! My recruiter was incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. They also provided incredible admin support so that I could focus on the actual job in hand, rather than having to spend too much time dealing with these matters.
Candidate /
Digital Media and Analytics
Candidate – Chief Data Officer
It was a real treat to work with Harnham. My recruiter consistently went above and beyond to ensure that I navigated through the recruitment process as smooth as possible. I had been in contact with other professional at Harnham in the past and I can attest that the level of professionalism is always top-notch.
Candidate /
Chief Data Officer
Client – Data Direction – Broadcast Media
I have worked with Harnham for over 2 years now as our main Analytics Recruiter partner and I am very pleased with the overall service and the people we have hired via Harnham. Harnham’s team is very good at understanding our recruitment needs and always come back with relevant and well scanned CVs, which saves me precious time.
Client /
Data Direction – Broadcast Media
Candidate – Market Research Analyst
Thanks to Harnham, I am now in a role that suits me. My recruiter was able to quickly identify the skills I had to offer and match me up with his client. It was a win-win for everyone. I was given great advice throughout the process, and I also appreciated the follow-ups that I received.
Candidate /
Market Research Analyst
Candidate – Senior Data Engineer
I've been a Senior Data Engineer for about 4-5 years and Harnham is one of the best recruitment agencies I worked with. There was a time when my offer fell through and the recruiter I was working with at Harnham jumped in to the rescue and scheduled interviews for me within a couple of days. Really good agency and some great people.
Candidate /
Senior Data Engineer
Client – Director of Customer Data Science – Apparel
The team at Harnham have been outstanding in helping our company build a market-leading data science team. Harnham’s communication is great, and the recruiter’s take a consultative approach that’s really focused on provided value for both their clients and their candidates. They provide strong candidates that help us fill our roles with high achievers who are also a great fit for our culture.
Client /
Director of Customer Data Science – Apparel
Client – Director of People Operations
We’ve been collaborating with Harnham to recruit some key positions for our company, and they have been incredible partners. They team has been great and efficient. They understood our needs perfectly and provided us very talented candidates. We'll keep collaborating with them in the future. Thank you for your excellent job!
Client /
Director of People Operations
Candidate – Data Analyst
I’ve had a great experience with Harnham. The recruiter provided great advice and ensured that I understood everything, and even followed up with me after I started my new role to see how I was settling in. I would recommend Harnham as a great recruitment company for anyone looking for a role in data and analytics.
