DATA ENGINEERING AND BIG DATA
TALENT SOLUTIONS
Processing Big Data has become crucial to countless businesses. Those who decide to pursue a career within Big Data face complex development challenges, too tough for relational database systems. After all, there is no Data Science without Data Engineers.
Whilst businesses may have vast quantities of data at the ready, it holds no real value unless it can be stored, harnessed and utilised. It’s estimated that most UK companies have at least 100 terabytes of data stored which could be used for various purposes around the business, as well as newly accessible hard-to-process sources such as web data, image data, and social media data.
This is where those who work in Data Engineering become extremely valuable, as they develop Data Platforms that allow this kind of volume to be processed and used by Data Scientists and analysts across the business.
WHY
HARNHAM?
Our esteemed position as a global leader in data recruitment stems from our deep expertise in Big Data and Data Engineering, supported by hundreds of dedicated specialists located across the United States, Europe, and the United Kingdom.
Our extensive network enables us to deliver exceptional recruitment services, expertly matching our clients with top-tier Data Engineering talent.
We acknowledge the distinct challenges and requirements of each organization's data infrastructure.
Therefore, our recruitment strategies are meticulously tailored, emphasizing a thorough understanding of and alignment with your specific business objectives and data technological needs.
OUR
SERVICES
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Permanent and Contract Recruitment: We offer both permanent and contract recruitment solutions, adapting flexibly to support the dynamic requirements of your Big Data and Data Engineering projects.
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Executive Search: Our executive search service focuses on identifying and securing top-tier leaders in the Data Engineering domain who can advance your strategic goals and technological advancements.
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Industry-Specific Expertise: Our operations span multiple industries, providing specialized recruitment solutions tailored to the distinctive challenges and opportunities of your sector.
Contact us today to discover how our custom talent solutions can bolster your organization's Data Engineering prowess.
JOBS
LATEST
OPPORTUNITIES
Harnham are a specialist Data & AI recruitment business with teams that only focus on niche areas.
Platform Support Engineer
London
£40000 - £45000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentLondon
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Role: Platform Support Engineer
Salary: £45,000
WFH: Hybrid – 2-3 days/week in Central London office
Overview
Our client is a fast-growing, outcome-led financial technology company helping individuals build a better relationship with their money. As part of a mission to deliver a world-class wealth platform, they’re hiring a Platform Support Engineer to bolster internal operations and enhance infrastructure reliability across their growing team.
Sitting within a technically diverse and highly collaborative Platform Team, you’ll play a key role in supporting end-users, maintaining core systems (AWS, Google Workspace, MDM), and driving hands-on infrastructure projects from start to finish. The role blends operations, project ownership, and platform optimisation in a modern, Mac-first, cloud-native environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage internal support tickets via Jira and provide high-quality end-user support
- Administer Google Workspace and support Mac, Windows, and Linux devices using MDM tools
- Support operational changes and handovers from Platform Engineering
- Own technical projects end-to-end, from scoping through to delivery
- Assist with infrastructure support and occasional patching of office systems
Ideal Candidate
- Solid experience with Linux system administration and command-line navigation
- Proficient with Google Workspace configuration and support
- Strong understanding of basic networking and connectivity troubleshooting
- Experience working with ticketing systems like Jira and documentation tools like Confluence
- Comfortable owning and delivering infrastructure and platform-focused projects
- Excellent communication skills and a user-first mindset
Nice to Haves
- Experience with Docker or containerisation workflows
- Exposure to managing larger or more complex Linux environments
- Familiarity with network administration or office infrastructure management
Tech Stack / Tools
- Linux (macOS, Windows also supported)
- Google Workspace
- MDM Tools
- Jira / Confluence
Benefits
- Outcome-led, flexible culture with true work-life balance
- 25 days holiday + flexible hours for life admin (no leave needed for appointments)
- Regular team socials and a friendly, inclusive environment
- Hybrid working model (2-3 days/week in the office)
- Mental and physical wellbeing perks (online fitness, discounted gyms)
- Salary sacrifice scheme to support your financial future
- Family-friendly policies and flexible support for parents
Interview Process
- Intro Chat – With team member(s) for culture and alignment
- Technical Interview – Problem-solving and platform knowledge
- Final Interview – Meet with wider team members on-site or virtually
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Devops azure
€50000 - €55000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentHauts-de-Seine, Île-de-France
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DEVOPS AZURE
IDF – 2 jours de télétravail
UP TO 55K€ FIXES + 2K variable
Azure – Kubernetes – Terraform – MCO
L’ENTREPRISE
C’est une entreprise du retail qui développe des solutions innovantes. Dans un contexte de forte croissance, l’entreprise recherche un expert Devops sur Azure pour assurer la maintenance en condition opérationnelle de ses outils devops.
LE POSTE
Rattaché directement au Manager Devops et au sein d’une équipe de 5 personnes, vous aurez un rôle à 80% maintien des outils et 20% de taches Devops :
- Gérer les incidents et les SLA/SLO
- Analyser et lire des logs
- Suivre les tableaux de bord et les alertes.
- Automatiser et exécuter les processus de Build et de déploiement
- Identifier et répondre aux incidents de production et piloter l’analyse des root causes et les mesures correctives.
- Surveiller et prendre en charge de manière proactive la plateforme de l’entreprise
- Définir et mettre en œuvre des solutions de contournement et des mesures d’atténuation.
- Assurer la distribution, les performances et l’évolutivité de la plateforme.
- Vérifier les livraisons, les déployer dans un environnement de préparation et assurez la qualité
- Mettre en œuvre des améliorations, par exemple via des scripts ou des outils disponibles.
LE PROFIL
- Master ou équivalent en informatique
- Minimum 2 ans d’expérience dans l’utilisation de Linux, avec une expérience en automatisation et déploiement
- Connaissance obligatoire de Kubernetes et de Terraform
- Excellente maîtrise technique d’Azure ARM, PowerShell
- Des certifications Azure sont un atout
- Niveau d’anglais B2 requis
POSTULER
Merci de joindre votre cv à jour et je vous recontacterai dès que possible.
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Founding Software Engineer (Python and React)
London
£100000 - £180000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentLondon
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Founding Software Engineer (Python and React)
Remote (1 Week Per Month in Barcelona – Espensed)
Salary: £180,000 + Benefits
About the Company:
Our client is a UK-based deep tech start-up specializing in AI technology. They are looking for a Full Stack Engineer to join their dynamic and rapidly expanding team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI systems and significantly impact the direction of a successful early-stage business.
Role Overview:
Key Responsibilities:
- AI Software Development: Develop and enhance the company’s AI-based (LLM/RAG) software.
- System Integration: Integrate offline versions of the software into customer systems.
- Backend Development: Work primarily with Python to build scalable backend systems and APIs.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience:
- Backend Proficiency: Strong experience in Python and building scalable backend applications.
- API and Database Skills: Experience in creating APIs and working with PostgreSQL databases.
- DevOps Expertise: Hands-on experience with setting up and managing stacks on AWS or GCP.
Why Join:
- Career Growth: Opportunity for rapid career progression in a fast-moving start-up.
- Influential Role: Shape the direction of a successful early-stage business.
- Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy flexible work hours and hybrid working options.
Rewards:
- Share Options: Generous share option scheme to benefit from the company’s success.
- Dynamic Team: Be part of an enthusiastic and innovative team.
Next Steps:
Interested in leveraging your skills in a groundbreaking AI-focused start-up? Apply now to be part of a team that’s at the forefront of deep tech innovation.
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Principal Data Engineer
London
£95000 - £107000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentLondon
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PRINCIPAL DATA ENGINEER
LONDON
£107,000
THE COMPANY
This consumer-tech powerhouse brings together several market-leading ecommerce brands, serving over 10 million customers across Europe. Now in an exciting phase of growth and innovation, this company is investing heavily in its data platform-giving this role a direct impact on shaping the future of how data empowers product, marketing, and operations at scale.
THE ROLE
As a Principal Data Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing and building a world-class, self-serve data platform. You’ll be the technical owner within your team while collaborating across the wider data and ML landscape to drive architectural best practices, data quality, and scalability.
Specifically, you can expect to be involved in the following:
- Architecting and evolving data solutions primarily within Snowflake, alongside a modern
- Driving platform-level improvements with a focus on data usability, governance, and long-term sustainability
- Implementing robust engineering and software best practices across the data lifecycle
- Collaborating with Principal ML Engineers, Product Managers, and Engineering Directors to solve high-impact business problems
- Championing data platform evolution from fragmented legacy systems to streamlined, scalable infrastructure
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
The successful Principal Data Engineer will have the following skills and experience:
- 7+ years in data engineering, ideally within consumer-facing tech or B2C product companies
- Deep expertise in Snowflake, with strong hands-on experience in building scalable data warehousing solutions
- Proven ability to build self-serve data platforms and high-quality data assets
- Strong architectural acumen and software engineering fundamentals
- Experience driving adoption of data governance and improving data platform usage across internal teams
- stack including:
- Snowflake
- AWS
- DBT
- Airflow
- Python
- Kinesis
- Terraform
- CI/CD tools
BENEFITS
The successful Principal Data Engineer will receive the following benefits:
- Salary up to £107,000
- Hybrid working: 2 days per week in the London office
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Enhanced parental leave policies
- Private medical insurance and life assurance
- Employee discounts across ecommerce brands
- Mental health and wellbeing support
- Learning and development budget
- Pension with company match
HOW TO APPLY
Please register your interest by sending your resume/CV to Joana Alves via the Apply link on this page.
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Staff Frontend Engineer
London
£100000 - £115000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentLondon
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Staff Frontend Engineer
Location: Remote (UK-based)
Salary: Up to £115,000
We’re working with our client, a fast-growing SaaS company founded by serial entrepreneurs, to recruit a Staff Frontend Engineer. Their platform is transforming how leading professional services firms interact with complex data-think Figma for financial, legal, and consulting workflows.
Role Overview:
This is a high-impact, hands-on role where you’ll lead the development of scalable, performant features across the stack. You’ll work directly with the CTO and CEO, contributing to architectural decisions and driving innovation. This position is ideal for someone who wants deep technical ownership without people management responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain features using TypeScript, and Vue.js (or React/Angular/Next.js)
- Own architecture and design of key systems and applications
- Develop scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions
- Collaborate closely with senior leadership on high-priority projects
Requirements:
- Essential:
- Expert-level experience in full-stack development (Mainly focused on the frontend)
- Strong knowledge of modern JavaScript frameworks
- Full Stack Experience (Using Node.js, Python or C#)
- Track record of architecting and delivering complex systems
- Ability to work autonomously in a fast-moving environment
- Background in enterprise SaaS product development
- Desirable:
- Experience with Azure and Docker
- Familiarity with data visualisation or diagramming tools
- Exposure to AI-enhanced or real-time user interfaces
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Principal Data Architect
London
£110000 - £110000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentLondon
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PRINCIPAL DATA ARCHITECT
LONDON
£110,000
THE COMPANY
This global management consultancy operating in the capital markets is now looking for a Principal Data Architect to help serve their clients and manage the projects.
THE ROLE
As a Principal Data Architect you will be involved in several projects working with data structures, and ensuring that systems and solutions align with the organisation’s business goals.
Specifically, you can expect to be involved in the following:
- Managing commercial expectations including budget and revenue
- Manage and deliver projects
- Developing client relationships, identifying clients who could benefit from the company’s solutions
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
The successful Principal Data Architect will have the following skills and experience:
- Cloud (Azure, GCP or AWS)
- At least 8 years of experience
- Consulting experience
- Experience in the finance/insurance industry
BENEFITS
The successful Principal Data Architect will receive the following benefits:
- £110,000 yearly salary
- Hybrid working, 3 days in office
- Medical Insurance
- Pension
- And more
HOW TO APPLY
Please register your interest by sending your resume/CV to Joana Alves via the Apply link on this page.
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LEAD DATA ARCHITECT
Poitiers
€70000 - €90000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentPoitiers, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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RESPONSABLE DE L’ARCHITECTURE DATA
NOUVELLE-AQUITAINE
65-85K€
En tant que Responsable de l’achitecture data, vous incarnerez le socle technique de l’équipe Data Engineering au sein de ce client final. Vous serez responsable de piloter, challenger et faire évoluer une architecture déjà robuste, tout en accompagnant la mise en production de projets à forte valeur ajoutée.
VOTRE RÔLE
- Auditer et renforcer la stack existante (Snowflake, Talend, DBT, Power BI, Qlik, AWS) avec une vision orientée ROI.
- Cartographier et fiabiliser les pipelines existants, tout en préparant une migration vers des outils ELT modernes (ex. DBT).
- Mettre en place et configurer une solution de monitoring des flux via SIFLET.
- Piloter l’industrialisation des projets IA / MLOps, en lien avec les équipes Data Science et les prestataires externes.
- Accompagner et coordonner l’équipe Data Engineering (1 junior + 4 prestataires) avec un vrai leadership technique, sans dimension managériale directe.
VOTRE PROFIL
- 7 à 10 ans d’expérience en Data Engineering / Architecture Data (flexible à partir de 5 ans pour un profil exceptionnel).
- Maîtrise de Snowflake, AWS (ou autre cloud), CI/CD, et connaissance d’outils ELT (DBT, Talend…).
- Expérience dans l’industrialisation de modèles IA ou une bonne maîtrise des pratiques MLOps.
- Capacité à challenger des choix technologiques, construire une vision et embarquer une équipe transverse.
- Leadership technique, capacité à travailler avec des prestataires, sans responsabilité managériale formelle.
- Langues : français courant et anglais professionnel requis.
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LEAD DEVELOPER PYTHON
Paris
€70000 - €90000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentParis, Île-de-France
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LEAD DEVELOPER PYTHON
PARIS (75)
70-90K€
Cette société innovante en pleine croissance, développe une solution à fort impact. Leur produit phare, une application mobile utilisée directement par les clients finaux, est en pleine structuration technique.
VOTRE RÔLE
- Revue de code, définition et amélioration des process backend
- Animation technique de l’équipe backend (sans responsabilités RH)
- Encadrement opérationnel de trois développeurs backend
- Contribution aux choix d’architecture technique en lien avec le CTO, le Head of Engineering et le Product Manager
- Participation à la stratégie de structuration de l’équipe, notamment via le recrutement futur de contributeurs individuels
- Participation active au développement de nouvelles fonctionnalités sur le backend
- Veille à la qualité, la performance et la stabilité de l’application
- Partage des bonnes pratiques de développement, mentorat technique et accompagnement des développeurs plus juniors
VOTRE PROFIL
- Minimum 5 à 6 ans d’expérience en développement backend, avec des APIs Python
- Solide expertise sur Django (au moins 2 ans d’expérience en production)
- Bonne compréhension des enjeux de performance, notamment en temps réel
- Expérience dans un environnement scale-up ou start-up
- Capacité à intervenir sur des choix d’architecture, structuration de code, et définition de process
- Forte appétence pour le travail en équipe et la transmission de savoir
- Leadership naturel et sens de l’initiative
- Rigueur, autonomie, curiosité technique
- Bon relationnel pour interagir avec les équipes produit, technique et métier
- Formation supérieure technique, de type école d’ingénieur (EPITA, Epitech, etc.) appréciée
- Bon niveau de français et d’anglais à l’oral comme à l’écrit
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DATA MANAGER – CONSEIL
Paris
€60000 - €65000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentParis, Île-de-France
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DATA MANAGER – CONSEIL
PARIS (75)
60-65K€ + avantages
Ce cabinet de conseil indépendant en pleine croissance, spécialisé dans l’accompagnement des entreprises sur leurs projets data, IA et transformation technologique recherche son Data Manager.
VOTRE RÔLE
En tant que Data Manager, vous jouerez un rôle clé dans le pilotage de projets data & IA menés au forfait, de leur cadrage à leur livraison :
- Pilotage de projets Data & IA : encadrement des équipes techniques (Data Engineers, Data Scientists, Data Analysts) et supervision de la qualité des livrables.
- Contribution stratégique : implication dans la formulation des enjeux clients, recommandations et structuration de solutions à forte valeur ajoutée.
- Vente de projets au forfait :
- Qualification des besoins clients
- Rédaction et soutenance de propositions commerciales
- Réponse aux appels d’offres dans des délais parfois courts
- Participation active au closing
- Relation client de haut niveau : posture de conseil, capacité à challenger des décideurs et à construire une relation de confiance.
- Amélioration continue : contribution à la structuration des offres, à la montée en qualité des processus internes et au rayonnement de l’expertise technique de l’équipe.
VOTRE PROFIL
- Minimum 3 à 4 ans d’expérience en cabinet de conseil ou agence spécialisée (data ou IA).
- Connaissance des modèles au forfait : expérience avérée dans la vente et le pilotage de projets au forfait (impératif).
- Compétences commerciales :
- Aisance en création de propositions commerciales et de supports de soutenance
- Vision stratégique de la chaîne commerciale : cadrage, AO, soutenance, closing
- Culture data solide : compréhension approfondie des métiers de la data (DA, DS, DE) et/ou de l’IA.
- Leadership : goût pour le management, la structuration d’équipe et l’accompagnement des profils plus juniors.
- Rigueur & exigence : attention forte portée à la qualité des livrables et au professionnalisme dans la relation client.
- Souplesse : à l’aise dans des contextes mouvants, avec une appétence pour les environnements à taille humaine et en croissance (vs. grands cabinets type Big4).
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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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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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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.
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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.
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Data Direction – Broadcast Media
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.
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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!
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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.
