MEMPHISÂ DATA & AI RECRUITMENT
EXPERTISE
At Harnham, we specialize in Memphis Data & AI Recruitment, helping companies find the top-tier data and artificial intelligence talent needed to support growth and innovation. As one of the leading recruitment partners in Memphis, we understand the local tech ecosystem, from emerging startups to well-established artificial intelligence companies.
Our expert recruiters tap into a deep network of qualified candidates—from AI engineers and data scientists to machine learning experts and analysts—tailored to your business objectives. Whether you're expanding your team or launching AI-powered initiatives, we’ll help you find the technical expertise to meet your goals.
We don’t just match job titles—we deliver aligned talent ready to make an impact. With our insights into the latest artificial intelligence developments and industry trends, we ensure our clients stay ahead of the curve. Connect with our Memphis AI recruiters today to discover how we can accelerate your team’s capabilities.
DATA & AI RECRUITMENT AND STAFFING
HOW WE DO IT
Just like the Data & AI professionals we place, Harnham use tried and tested models in our recruitment processes.
Our Memphis AI recruitment specialists leverage real-time market intelligence, ensuring we recommend candidates with not only the right skills but also a deep understanding of your industry’s challenges—whether that’s healthcare, logistics, or smart city infrastructure.
From entry-level analysts to senior data architects and AI consultants, our staffing solutions cover a broad spectrum of roles. We support permanent hires, short-term contracts, and executive search, with a focus on candidates who bring actionable insights and technical expertise into real-world projects.
We’ve supported high-profile placements across the United States and bring that same national insight to every Memphis search. We’re ready to support your hiring needs and help achieve your business goals.
WHAT SETS US APART FROM OTHER MEMPHIS RECRUITMENT AGENCIES?
What makes Harnham's Data & AI Recruitment in Memphis stand out from other Memphis recruitment agencies is our unparalleled expertise in the data and artificial intelligence space.
With years of experience placing top-tier talent across the United States, including in emerging tech hubs like Memphis, our team understands the unique needs of businesses working with cutting-edge technologies.
We don’t just fill roles — we offer strategic hiring support grounded in industry insights and market data. Whether you're a growing artificial intelligence company in South Memphis, a healthcare provider in Shelby County, or a startup innovating with AI-powered solutions, we know how to match the right candidate to your specific business objectives.
Our recruitment consultants offer more than access to experienced professionals — they bring a consultative approach to ensure alignment with long-term business goals. From technical expertise to cultural fit, our candidates are vetted for their ability to contribute to high-quality projects from day one.
We also stay at the forefront of environmental, social, and infrastructure trends impacting local tech development. As AI projects and data centers expand across Memphis — including the rise of AI-powered supercomputing and related energy demands — we’re uniquely positioned to support organizations navigating this evolving landscape with clarity and care.
WHY CHOOSE MEMPHIS FOR DATA & AI RECRUITMENT?
Memphis is quickly emerging as a rising hub in the world of artificial intelligence, with regional efforts aiming to grow a technology hub in both north and south Memphis that rivals other Southern metros.
With initiatives from both private industry and local bodies like Shelby County and the Memphis City Council, there's growing investment in tech innovation across sectors.
South Memphis and Southwest Memphis are increasingly attracting tech companies and startups thanks to available space, improved connectivity, and emerging innovation zones. Recent developments tied to artificial intelligence capital initiatives have spotlighted Memphis as a key player in the national AI race.
The city is also home to a thriving base of artificial intelligence enthusiasts, developers, and innovators contributing to growth in the artificial intelligence space, including niche areas like artificial intelligence chatbot development.
Memphis gained national attention when Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence startup xAI proposed building the largest supercomputer in the area. However, in response to Elon Musk, environmental groups like Memphis Community Against Pollution raised concerns around power usage, fossil fuels, and the broader impact on air quality—highlighting the growing tension between innovation and sustainability. Elon Musk's situation should serve as case study for how to approach this. These issues underscore the importance of hiring AI professionals who understand both technical implementation and ethical considerations in urban development.
WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN PARTNERING WITH HARNHAM IN MEMPHIS
When you work with Harnham for your Memphis AI hiring needs, you gain access to a dedicated recruitment team that:
- Understands the balance between technical expertise and business alignment
- Provides curated, pre-vetted talent aligned to your mission, culture, and long-term business relationships
- Offers market research, valuable insights, and salary benchmarking to support your implementation strategy
- Navigates hiring in industries facing regulatory pressure, environmental justice, and rapid technological advancements
We partner with Memphis businesses to deliver scalable, future-proof recruitment strategies. Whether you're seeking experts in Generative AI, cloud solutions, or specialists who understand the power grid, electricity demands, air pollution and AI deployment’s environmental footprint, we’re your go-to recruitment experts.
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DATA & AI JOBS
Harnham are a specialist Data & AI Recruitment business with teams that only focus on niche areas.
AI Software Engineer
Remote
$120000 - $160000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentOhio
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AI Software Engineer
Remote (US – ET/CT Time Zone)
$120K-$160K + Benefits
I’m partnering with a global leader in digital learning technology that’s transforming how millions of students and educators experience personalized, AI-powered learning. Following major investment in generative AI, the company is scaling its AI Platform Engineering team to build the next generation of adaptive learning tools.
This is a hands-on engineering role focused on building production-grade generative AI applications that power multiple products across the business.
The Role:
You’ll design and build scalable, full-stack systems that integrate large language models and AI capabilities into digital learning platforms. Working closely with data scientists, product managers, and engineers, you’ll help take GenAI prototypes from experimentation to production-driving forward real-world AI impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain AI-powered applications and platform services that are reliable, scalable, and secure
- Build and optimize LLM-based and RAG-powered solutions using frameworks such as LangChain or LangGraph
- Collaborate with Data Science teams to productionize models and streamline deployment pipelines
- Lead and contribute to technical design, architecture, and CI/CD improvements
- Ensure applications meet accessibility (WCAG 2.2 AA), performance, and security standards
- Stay current on the latest advancements in GenAI and advocate for best practices across the team
About You
- 5+ years of professional software engineering experience
- Strong full-stack skills across:
- Backend: Python, Node.js, or Go
- Frontend: Angular or React
- Databases: MySQL/PostgreSQL + NoSQL (e.g., DynamoDB)
- Cloud/Infra: AWS or Azure, Terraform, CI/CD tools
- Hands-on experience building AI/GenAI-enabled applications (Azure OpenAI, Amazon Bedrock, etc.)
- Practical understanding of RAG techniques, vector databases, and AI orchestration tools
- Strong system design, performance optimization, and collaboration skills
- Passionate about building impactful technology and staying ahead in the AI space
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Marketing Communications Specialist
Buckskin
$18 - $20
+ Advanced Analytics & Marketing Insights
ContractBuckskin, Ohio
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This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing healthcare organisation on a flexible contract, supporting their brand presence and community engagement. You will play a key role in shaping how they communicate across digital channels and local networks, making your work highly visible and impactful.
The Company:
They are a well‑established healthcare provider focused on delivering exceptional patient experiences and strengthening their community relationships. With a growing digital footprint and a commitment to quality care, they are investing in their marketing capabilities to better engage patients and partners. You will join them at an exciting phase as they continue to modernise their messaging and expand their reach.
The Role and Deliverables:
* Recommend updates to their website and coordinate changes with an external web vendor
* Manage social media strategy, posting schedules and engagement activity
* Create compelling written and visual content for multiple channels
* Support digital and print advertising campaigns and track their performance
* Build referral relationships through in‑person visits to local partner offices
Your Skills and Experience:
* Strong experience in marketing or communications, ideally with exposure to healthcare
* Excellent writing skills and the ability to produce engaging visual content
* Comfortable representing the organisation through in‑person outreach
* Highly organised, proactive and able to work independently
* A portfolio that demonstrates your approach to content creation
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Data Direction – Broadcast Media
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!
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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.
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Market Research Analyst
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.
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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.
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Senior Data Engineer
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.
