AI & MACHINE LEARNING
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Specialist Focus Areas
At Harnham, we specialize in the following key areas within Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML):
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- AI Architecture: Professionals who design and oversee the implementation of AI solutions.
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- AI Engineering: Delivering top-tier AI talent to drive innovation and success for your business.
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- Generative AI Engineering: Supplying expert talent to accelerate innovation and growth in your business.
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- ML Applied Data Science: Skilled machine learning professionals to fuel cutting-edge advancements.
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- Machine Learning Deployment: Data professionals deploying ML models efficiently and effectively in production environments.
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- Machine Learning Engineering: Consutlants with analytical abilities and practical experience developing and implementing machine learning models.
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- ML Ops: Bridging the gap between machine learning development and operational deployment, ensuring scalable, efficient, and reliable machine learning systems.
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- ML Platform Engineering: Developing, managing, and optimizing the platforms that underpin successful ML operations.
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- Natural Language Processing and Large Language Models: Navigate the complexities of Natural Language Processing and Large Language Model roles, ensuring we source candidates who are both highly skilled and a perfect fit for your organization.
WHY
HARNHAM?
Technical Expertise and Deep Industry Knowledge
With over 20 years of experience in the field, our team at Harnham is well-versed in the latest developments in AI and Machine Learning. We stay current with industry trends, technologies, and methodologies, ensuring we can source and place candidates who are proficient in advanced AI techniques such as neural networks, deep learning, reinforcement learning, and natural language processing. Our knowledge extends to various AI frameworks and tools like TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, and Scikit-Learn, allowing us to accurately assess technical skills and match candidates to roles that require specialized expertise. Our Data & Artificial Intelligence Recruitment Agency leverages this expertise to connect businesses with top-tier AI talent.
Data-Driven Recruitment Process
Our recruitment process is underpinned by data-driven insights and analytics, which enable us to identify high-potential candidates quickly and efficiently. We use sophisticated AI-driven tools to analyze resumes, predict candidate success, and match the right talent to the right roles. This approach not only speeds up the hiring process but also increases the accuracy of our placements, ensuring a higher success rate for both candidates and clients.
Comprehensive Market Analysis and Talent Mapping
We provide in-depth market analysis and talent mapping services to help you understand the competitive landscape and the availability of key skills in the market. Our detailed reports offer insights into salary benchmarks, skill demand, and talent supply, enabling you to make informed decisions about your recruitment strategies. This comprehensive approach ensures you stay ahead in the competitive AI and ML talent market.
Global Network with Local Expertise
Our global reach allows us to tap into a vast pool of AI and ML talent across multiple regions, while our local market knowledge ensures we understand the specific recruitment dynamics of each area. This dual perspective enables us to deliver tailored recruitment solutions that meet both global standards and local requirements, ensuring a seamless fit for your organization.
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SERVICES
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Permanent Recruitment
We specialize in identifying and securing long-term talent who will become integral members of your AI and ML teams. Our permanent recruitment solutions focus on finding professionals who align with your company’s culture and strategic goals, ensuring they make lasting contributions. As an artificial intelligence recruitment agency, we leverage our deep industry knowledge and technical expertise to match you with candidates who can drive your AI initiatives forward.
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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 AI and ML professionals for temporary or project-based engagements, allowing you to adapt quickly to changing needs. This approach ensures you have the right talent at the right time, supported by our vast network and extensive market insights.
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Executive Search
We conduct specialized searches for senior and executive-level roles in AI and ML, 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 AI and ML capabilities. With over two decades of experience, our artificial intelligence recruitment agency has the recruitment expertise to identify and engage top-tier professionals for your executive team.
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Customized Talent Consulting
Beyond traditional recruitment, we offer customized talent consulting services to optimize your hiring strategies. Our services include:
- Talent Mapping: Identifying the ML skills and AI expertise available in the market.
- Competitive Analysis: Understanding how your recruitment strategies compare with industry standards.
- Strategic Workforce Planning: Developing a roadmap for future talent acquisition.
- Recruitment Strategy Development: Crafting bespoke strategies to attract and retain top AI and ML talent.
Our comprehensive approach ensures that your recruitment efforts are aligned with your business objectives and market demands.
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Partner with Harnham
Discover how Harnham’s specialized recruitment services can empower your AI and ML projects and enhance your organization’s capabilities. As a leading artificial intelligence recruitment agency, we offer tailored solutions designed to meet your strategic objectives. Contact us today to learn more about how we can support your AI and machine learning recruitment needs.
JOBS
LATEST AI and Machine Learning
JOBS
Fullstack Product Engineer
Newcastle upon Tyne
£80000 - £110000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentNewcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
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Job Title: Product Engineer
Location: Remote
Salary: £72,000 – £110,000 + stock options
I’m working with a fast-growing SaaS scale-up software organisation.
They’re looking for a Principal Product Engineer who thrives in a collaborative, product-focused environment. You’ll be part of a cross-functional squad (PM, designer, engineers, data) and involved throughout the product lifecycle – from ideation to release.
Tech Stack
- Frontend: React (core), Storybook, some legacy Marionette (Backbone.js).
- Backend: Ruby on Rails (relative flex on this).
- Infrastructure: AWS (serverless functions with Lambda, cloud hosting)..
Interview Process
- Tech + product chat (30m): exploration of experience and product mindset.
- Coding exercise (1h15m): React-based technical task.
- Product engineering exercise (1h): problem-solving + approach to building.
- Values interview with founders (1h).
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Software Engineer
London
£45000 - £55000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentLondon
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Role: Full-Stack Developer
Salary: £50,000
Location: London – Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days home)
Our client is a fast-growing consultancy helping organisations in the legal sector embrace digital transformation. They deliver scalable, secure applications by combining expertise in software development, data, and automation.
They are seeking a Full-Stack Developer to join their expanding team. This is a chance to work across the stack, experiment with new technologies, and grow as the company scales.
The role will involve:
- Building, testing, and maintaining full-stack applications
- Collaborating with stakeholders to gather requirements and shape solutions
- Developing scalable apps with modern frameworks and low-code platforms
- Prototyping and experimenting with new technologies
- Working in agile teams to deliver high-quality software
What you’ll bring:
- 2+ years’ experience in software development
- Proficiency in Python, JavaScript, or C#
- Knowledge of relational databases and RESTful APIs
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Curiosity and eagerness to learn
What’s on offer:
- Hybrid working in central London (Covent Garden/Soho/Southbank)
- Competitive salary + private medical insurance + Cycle to Work scheme
- Modern office with gym, showers, and bike storage
- A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone makes an impact
If you’re passionate about building great software and want to be part of a growing consultancy, apply today.
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VP, Software Engineer
New York
$300000 - $350000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentNew York
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Vice President, Software Engineer
Finance/Technology
New York City (Hybrid)
$300,000-$350,000
About Us:
We are working with a leading financial services company known for its innovative solutions and cutting-edge technology in the finance sector, this organization has established itself as a pioneer in leveraging advanced software and methodologies to transform financial services. The company is dedicated to delivering top-notch financial products and services to its global clientele, ensuring they stay ahead in a rapidly evolving real estate market.
Role Description:
As a VP, Software Engineer, you are adept at architecting intricate distributed systems, exemplified by our API handling tens of thousands of requests per second. You also excel in constructing data pipelines feeding our state-of-the-art neural networks, indexing millions of images. Your ability to swiftly adapt to new technologies is matched by your pride in crafting solutions that pave the way for the future of contextual interactivity.
- Deliver high-quality code with a direct impact on the business’s bottom line.
- Model complex problems and design large-scale distributed systems.
- Create stable and efficient APIs for both internal and client-facing products.
- Contribute to shaping the long-term vision of our technology and products.
Requirements:
- Expert in Java & JavaScript
- Extensive experience deploying at a massive scale in cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Strong experience with Docker.
- In-depth knowledge of relational databases like MySQL or PostgreSQL.
- Demonstrated experience collaborating closely with engineering, product, and design stakeholders.
- Experience in small fast-paced financial services companies is a plus
The Benefits:
As a VP, Software Engineer, you will receive $300,000- $350,000 total compensation with base and bonus. This role also includes equity, 401k, health, dental, and vision care.
How to Apply:
Please register your interest by sending your resume to Jacob Bisson via the Apply link on this page.
Key Words:
Java, JavaScript, AWS, API, Financial Services, Start up, Fintech, Software Engineer
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Founding Engineer
New York
$210000 - $230000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentNew York
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Founding Engineer
Technology
New York City (On-Site)
$210,000-$230,000 + Equity
The Company:
This company is a dynamic startup revolutionizing the accounting industry with cutting-edge AI technology. They are committed to simplifying financial management for businesses through innovative solutions. Their team consists of passionate individuals driven by the mission to transform the way businesses handle their finances.
The Role:
- As a Founding Engineer, you are responsible for spearheading the development of our AI-driven accounting platform from the ground up. You excel in architecting intricate systems and crafting solutions that pave the way for the future of financial technology. Other responsibilities include:
- the design, development, and implementation of our AI-driven accounting platform using Python.
- closely with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications and architectural designs.
- scalable, efficient, and maintainable codebase adhering to industry best practices.
- innovation by researching and integrating emerging technologies to enhance product capabilities.
- coding standards, development processes, and quality assurance procedures.
- junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
- ownership of project timelines, ensuring timely delivery of milestones and objectives.
- identify and address technical challenges and bottlenecks to ensure smooth project execution.
Requirements:
- in Python with extensive experience in building projects from scratch.
- experience working in startup environments, preferably as a founding engineer or early-stage employee.
- knowledge of software development methodologies, tools, and processes.
- with AI/machine learning technologies and frameworks is a plus.
- communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
The Benefits:
As a Founding Engineer, you will receive a $210,000-$230,000 base salary. This role also includes equity, 401k, health, dental, and vision care.
How to Apply:
Please register your interest by sending your resume to Jacob Bisson via the Apply link on this page.
Key Words:
Python, Start up, AI, Machine Learning, Software Engineering, Financial Technology, Data Engineer
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Senior Software Engineer
New York
$170000 - $200000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentNew York
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Senior Software Engineer
Apparel/Technology
United States
$170,000-$200,000 + Equity
About Us:
This company we are working with aims to transform the sustainable clothing with their AI platform. They are looking for a fullstack focused software engineer to help improve their product and continue to build new state-of-the-art consumer-facing features.
Role Description:
As a Senior Software Engineer, you are adept at architecting intricate distributed systems, exemplified by their API handling tens of thousands of requests per second. You also excel in constructing data pipelines feeding our state-of-the-art neural networks, indexing millions of images. Your ability to swiftly adapt to new technologies is matched by your pride in crafting solutions that pave the way for the future of contextual interactivity.
- Deliver high-quality code with a direct impact on the business’s bottom line.
- Model complex problems and design large-scale distributed systems.
- Create stable and efficient APIs for both internal and client-facing products.
- Contribute to shaping the long-term vision of our technology and products.
Requirements:
- Proficient in JavaScript, Typescript and React
- Extensive experience deploying at a massive scale in cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Strong experience with Node.js
- In-depth knowledge of relational databases like MySQL or PostgreSQL.
- Demonstrated experience collaborating closely with engineering, product, and design stakeholders.
- Experience working at a start up
The Benefits:
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will receive a $170,000- $200,000 base. This role also includes equity, 401k, health, dental, and vision care.
How to Apply:
Please register your interest by sending your resume to Jacob Bisson via the Apply link on this page.
Key Words:
Typescript, JavaScript, AWS, GCP, Snowflake, Docker, Kubernetes, React, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Start up, Distributed Systems, APIs, Software Engineering
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Machine Learning Engineer – LLM
$180000 - $220000
+ Data Science & AI
PermanentNew York
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Machine Learning Engineer
Location: New York (Hybrid)
Compensation: $180,000 – $220,000 base salary + Equity
About the Company
We’re partnered with a cutting-edge software company that’s redefining how development teams build, maintain, and scale modern applications. As engineering workflows grow increasingly complex, their intelligent platform empowers teams by deploying AI agents that automate repetitive development tasks, streamline workflows, and enhance productivity. These AI-driven systems are already transforming the software development lifecycle in dynamic environments-and the company is now scaling rapidly to meet market demand.
The Role
As an Applied AI/NLP Scientist, you’ll play a key role in designing and deploying advanced NLP and LLM-based solutions that accelerate and enhance software engineering workflows. Working directly with senior technical leadership, you’ll drive projects from early-stage research to production-ready implementations, with real impact on the development process.
Key Responsibilities
- AI Model Innovation: Architect and implement domain-specific LLM/NLP models tailored to the needs of software engineering use cases-code generation, documentation automation, code review assistance, and more.
- Research to Production: Lead end-to-end development of NLP/LLM solutions, from proof-of-concept to scalable production systems.
- Model Optimization: Improve model efficiency and output through fine-tuning, prompt engineering, RAG (retrieval-augmented generation), and inference techniques.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work alongside product managers, developers, and leadership to ensure AI capabilities align with platform strategy and user needs.
- Thought Leadership: Help shape best practices around applied NLP/LLM development, contribute to internal innovation, and author papers or patents where applicable.
- Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior ML researchers and engineers.
Your Skills and Experience
We’re looking for a hands-on NLP expert with a passion for building tools that empower developers:
- 2-8 years of experience in applied NLP or LLM-focused system development.
- Proven track record building and deploying NLP/LLM solutions in production.
- Proficiency in Python and modern ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, HuggingFace, spaCy).
- Experience working with large, unstructured code and text datasets.
- Background in applied research with an ability to bring experimental models into real-world systems.
- Deep understanding of transformer-based architectures, prompt tuning, fine-tuning, and retrieval-augmented methods.
- Strong communication skills and comfort working in fast-paced, ownership-driven environments.
- Advanced degree (PhD or Master’s) in Computer Science, AI, NLP, or a related field (PhD preferred).
- Bonus: Publications in top-tier AI/ML/NLP venues (e.g., NeurIPS, ACL, ICLR, EMNLP).
The Benefits
- Competitive Pay: $180,000 – $220,000 base + performance bonus + equity
- Innovation Ownership: Contribute directly to product innovation and IP
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k), generous PTO, and more
How to Apply
To explore this opportunity, please submit your resume to Luc Simpson-Kent using the Apply link on this page.
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer
$180000 - $220000
+ Data Science & AI
PermanentNew York
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer
Location: New York (Hybrid)
Compensation: $180,000 – $220,000 base salary + Equity
About the Company
We’re partnered with a cutting-edge software company that’s redefining how development teams build, maintain, and scale modern applications. As engineering workflows grow increasingly complex, their intelligent platform empowers teams by deploying AI agents that automate repetitive development tasks, streamline workflows, and enhance productivity. These AI-driven systems are already transforming the software development lifecycle in dynamic environments-and the company is now scaling rapidly to meet market demand.
The Role
As an Applied AI/NLP Scientist, you’ll play a key role in designing and deploying advanced NLP and LLM-based solutions that accelerate and enhance software engineering workflows. Working directly with senior technical leadership, you’ll drive projects from early-stage research to production-ready implementations, with real impact on the development process.
Key Responsibilities
- AI Model Innovation: Architect and implement domain-specific LLM/NLP models tailored to the needs of software engineering use cases-code generation, documentation automation, code review assistance, and more.
- Research to Production: Lead end-to-end development of NLP/LLM solutions, from proof-of-concept to scalable production systems.
- Model Optimization: Improve model efficiency and output through fine-tuning, prompt engineering, RAG (retrieval-augmented generation), and inference techniques.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work alongside product managers, developers, and leadership to ensure AI capabilities align with platform strategy and user needs.
- Thought Leadership: Help shape best practices around applied NLP/LLM development, contribute to internal innovation, and author papers or patents where applicable.
- Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior ML researchers and engineers.
Your Skills and Experience
We’re looking for a hands-on NLP expert with a passion for building tools that empower developers:
- 2-8 years of experience in applied NLP or LLM-focused system development.
- Proven track record building and deploying NLP/LLM solutions in production.
- Proficiency in Python and modern ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, HuggingFace, spaCy).
- Experience working with large, unstructured code and text datasets.
- Background in applied research with an ability to bring experimental models into real-world systems.
- Deep understanding of transformer-based architectures, prompt tuning, fine-tuning, and retrieval-augmented methods.
- Strong communication skills and comfort working in fast-paced, ownership-driven environments.
- Advanced degree (PhD or Master’s) in Computer Science, AI, NLP, or a related field (PhD preferred).
- Bonus: Publications in top-tier AI/ML/NLP venues (e.g., NeurIPS, ACL, ICLR, EMNLP).
The Benefits
- Competitive Pay: $180,000 – $220,000 base + performance bonus + equity
- Innovation Ownership: Contribute directly to product innovation and IP
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k), generous PTO, and more
How to Apply
To explore this opportunity, please submit your resume to Luc Simpson-Kent using the Apply link on this page.
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Senior Software Engineer
New York
$210000 - $260000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentNew York
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A $3B+ Series E SaaS leader in ecommerce technology, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join its Data Platform team. The role centers on scaling the data infrastructure that powers personalization, experimentation, and analytics across their global platform.
What You’ll Work On
- Design and build real-time and batch data pipelines at massive scale
- Develop systems using Apache Spark (open source version) running on Kubernetes
- Work with Kafka, Airflow, dbt, Delta Lake, and Iceberg for full-lifecycle data management
- Tackle problems in query optimization, auto-scaling, streaming infrastructure, and lakehouse governance
- Drive platform reliability, performance, and observability
- Partner with cross-functional teams (ML, infra, analytics) to deliver business-critical data products
About You
- 5+ years (or 3+ with a graduate degree) of experience building scalable distributed systems or data platforms.
- Skilled in writing clean, efficient code in languages like Java, Python, Scala, or Go.
- Practical experience with modern data tech – distributed query engines, streaming frameworks, and open table formats.
- Strong grasp of SQL, data modeling, query tuning, plus solid Linux and scripting knowledge.
- Customer-focused mindset with the ability to turn requirements into reliable, scalable solutions.
- Clear, collaborative communicator across teams and stakeholders.
Why Join
- Impact & Ownership: Shape mission-critical infrastructure used globally
- Greenfield Engineering: Newly formed team focused solely on the data platform
- Fast-Track Growth: Promotion reviews 4x/year
- Engineering-First Culture: Smart, humble teammates solving hard problems fast
- Strong Compensation: Base + equity + benefits
- Perks: One week/year working remotely from anywhere + annual retreat abroad
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Full Stack Product Engineer
Leeds
£70000 - £95000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentLeeds, West Yorkshire
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FULL STACK PRODUCT ENGINEER
£90,000 + BENEFITS
UK REMOTE
Looking for a role where you can shape the future of a growing SaaS platform, work across the product lifecycle, and help solve real challenges for design and product teams?
THE COMPANY:
I’m working with a SaaS platform that focuses on documentation, governance, and collaboration for design systems. This is a great opportunity to be part of a start up/scale up in a high growth period.
THE ROLE:
This is a hands-on product engineering role where you’ll contribute to everything from ideation to release. You’ll collaborate closely with designers and PMs in small, autonomous squads to build features that help teams scale their design systems.
- Work on projects like:
- Managing and exporting design tokens
- Building analytics tools to track adoption of design systems
- Creating state management tools for components across platforms
- Contribute to roadmap planning, process improvements, and product strategy
- Collaborate across the product lifecycle: ideation, planning, building, QA, release
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
A successful Fullstack Engineer will have the following:
- Strong experience with JavaScript + React
- Backend development experience (APIs, devops basics)
- A product-focused mindset with attention to solving user problems
- Ruby on Rails
- AWS / cloud infrastructure knowledge
- Experience applying AI solutions to user problems
- An interest in design systems or design tooling
THE BENEFITS:
You will receive a salary up to £90,000 depending on experience, plus a competitive benefits package.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please register your interest by sending your CV to Molly Bird via the apply link on this page.
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Senior Full Stack Product Engineer
Manchester
£95000 - £110000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentManchester, Greater Manchester
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FULL STACK PRODUCT ENGINEER
£110,000 + BENEFITS
UK REMOTE
Looking for a role where you can shape the future of a growing SaaS platform, work across the product lifecycle, and help solve real challenges for design and product teams?
THE COMPANY:
I’m working with a SaaS platform that focuses on documentation, governance, and collaboration for design systems. This is a great opportunity to be part of a start up/scale up in a high growth period.
THE ROLE:
This is a hands-on product engineering role where you’ll contribute to everything from ideation to release. You’ll collaborate closely with designers and PMs in small, autonomous squads to build features that help teams scale their design systems.
- Work on projects like:
- Managing and exporting design tokens
- Building analytics tools to track adoption of design systems
- Creating state management tools for components across platforms
- Contribute to roadmap planning, process improvements, and product strategy
- Collaborate across the product lifecycle: ideation, planning, building, QA, release
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
A successful Fullstack Engineer will have the following:
- Strong experience with JavaScript + React
- Backend development experience (APIs, devops basics)
- A product-focused mindset with attention to solving user problems
- Ruby on Rails
- AWS / cloud infrastructure knowledge
- Experience applying AI solutions to user problems
- An interest in design systems or design tooling
THE BENEFITS:
You will receive a salary up to £110,000 depending on experience, plus a competitive benefits package.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please register your interest by sending your CV to Molly Bird via the apply link on this page.
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Head of Data & AI Automation
$250000 - $300000
+ Data Science & AI
PermanentUSA
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Head of AI
Remote USA $250,000 – $300,000 + Bonus
Data Leadership – AI Agents – Operational Intelligence
Are you a hands-on data leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-impact environments? Do you want to build the data infrastructure that powers real-time AI agents, not just dashboards?
A rapidly transforming national services business is looking for a Head of Data & AI Automation to lead the design and delivery of their modern data stack. This is a rare opportunity to shape the data foundation of a company reinventing its operations with AI at the core.
The Company
This US-based company is undergoing a full-scale digital transformation, rebuilding a legacy industry with the speed and ambition of a startup. With AI agents already embedded in routing, pricing, and recruiting, data is not just a support function, it’s the engine.
The Role
As Head of Data & AI Automation, you will:
* Own and evolve the modern data stack (dbt, Snowflake, Fivetran, etc.)
* Ingest and normalize data from fragmented internal and external sources
* Build agent-ready data schemas to power autonomous workflows
* Partner with C-level leadership to deliver real-time insights and automation
* Lead a small, high-performing team of analysts and engineers
Your Skills & Experience
You will be a great fit if you have:
* 7+ years in data, analytics, or engineering roles, with 2+ years in leadership
* Experience in high-volume, operationally complex environments (e.g., logistics, marketplaces)
* Strong technical skills in SQL, dbt, Snowflake, and BI tools
* A deep understanding of how AI agents work, and how to structure data for them
* Bonus: Python, LangChain, or LangGraph experience
Benefits
* Competitive base salary + performance bonus
* Remote-first team with high autonomy
* Full benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k)
* Direct access to C-suite leadership
* Opportunity to shape the future of a national business through AI
How to Apply
If you’re a builder who wants to lead from the front, and you’re excited about wiring data into real-world AI systems, apply now.
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Diffusion Models & Generative AI)
$180000 - $200000
+ Data Science & AI
PermanentNew York
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer (Diffusion Models & Generative AI)
NEW YORK – Onsite, 5 Days/Week
Up to $200,000 + Benefits + H1B Transfer Available
Are you passionate about building cutting-edge AI systems that transform the online shopping experience? A fast-growing Series A e-commerce startup in New York is looking for a Senior ML Engineer to push the boundaries of diffusion models and generative AI for next-generation retail solutions.
Backed by leading investors and already working with top global retailers, this is your chance to join an ambitious company at a critical stage of growth. You’ll work with a world-class engineering team applying multimodal AI and diffusion models to create immersive, personalized, and automated product experiences.
THE COMPANY
This AI-powered e-commerce startup is redefining how products are discovered, designed, and purchased online. By harnessing the power of diffusion models, computer vision, and multimodal learning, they’re unlocking new ways to enrich catalogs, generate content, and personalize shopping.
With Series A funding secured, a growing team of 40+, and a strong customer pipeline, they’re tackling challenges in:
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Synthetic product image generation
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Virtual try-ons and visualization
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Automated catalog enrichment
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AI-powered personalization and search
Their mission: use generative AI to supercharge e-commerce innovation and transform the way consumers shop.
THE ROLE
As a Senior ML Engineer, you’ll take ownership of designing, training, and deploying diffusion-based generative models to power real-world e-commerce applications.
You will:
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Research, develop, and fine-tune diffusion models for product imagery, augmentation, and personalization
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Build scalable pipelines for training, evaluation, and inference with large datasets
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Work with cross-functional teams to deploy AI-powered catalog and shopping features
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Explore and adapt state-of-the-art generative AI methods (diffusion, multimodal transformers, vision-language fusion) into production systems
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Stay on top of innovations in generative AI, foundation models, and synthetic data
YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Must-haves:
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MS or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or related field
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5+ years of experience building and deploying ML models in production
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Strong expertise in diffusion models and/or generative modeling
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Proficiency in Python, PyTorch/TensorFlow
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Strong understanding of deep learning architectures, training optimization, and evaluation
Nice-to-haves:
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Experience in e-commerce or retail product datasets
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Exposure to multimodal systems (vision + text)
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Knowledge of LLMs or RAG pipelines for search and recommendations
BENEFITS & CULTURE
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Competitive salary up to $200K
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Full health, dental, and vision coverage
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H1B transfer sponsorship available
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Work onsite in a collaborative NYC office environment
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Daily catered lunches, team events, and a fast-paced, innovative culture
READY TO APPLY?
If you’re excited about building the future of generative AI in e-commerce, we’d love to hear from you.
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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.
Candidate /
Data Analyst
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 – 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
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 – 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
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 – 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.
