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With over two decades in data recruitment, Harnham has cultivated a deep understanding of the Natural Language Processing landscape. This experience equips us to expertly 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.
Our dedicated team's expertise is specifically tailored to the field of Natural Language Processing and Large Language Models. We understand the intricate balance of skills required in this domain, from advanced analytical abilities to practical experience in developing and implementing NLP systems.
Our targeted approach ensures we connect our clients with professionals who can drive technological innovation and business success.
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Our reputation as a global leader in data recruitment is built on a foundation of hundreds of dedicated specialists who operate across the United States, Europe, and the United Kingdom.
This extensive network empowers us to offer unparalleled recruitment solutions, matching our clients with the ideal Natural language processing and LLM talent.
We recognize the unique nature of each organization's NLP and LLM recruitment needs.
Our recruitment strategies are, therefore, highly customized, focusing on understanding and aligning with your specific business objectives and technical requirements.
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- Permanent and Contract Recruitment: We provide both permanent and contract recruitment solutions, ensuring flexibility to meet the evolving needs of your NLP and LLM projects and initiatives.
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- Executive Search: Our executive search service is designed to identify and secure leaders in the NLP and LLM field who can propel your business strategies and technological innovations forward.
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- Industry-Specific Expertise: We operate across all industries, offering specialized recruitment solutions that understand and cater to the unique challenges and opportunities within your sector.
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Contact us today to learn how our bespoke talent solutions can enhance your organization's NLP and LLM capabilities.
JOBS
LATEST NLP and LLM
JOBS
Harnham are a specialist Data & AI recruitment business with teams that only focus on niche areas.
Principal Data Engineer
Leeds
£70000 - £80000
+ Data Engineering
PermanentLeeds, West Yorkshire
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PRINCIPAL DATA ENGINEER
£80,000 + BENEFITS
LEEDS (Hybrid)
Looking for a role where you can truly influence how data engineering is done-while still getting stuck into the tech yourself?
THE COMPANY:
I’m working with a central data function in the financial services industry that’s undergoing a full modernisation of their data platform. They’ve got technically advanced teams across the wider business and are now building out a core engineering team to unify, elevate and support that community.
THE ROLE:
It’s a strategic, hands-on role where you’ll work closely with DevOps, Product, and business partners to unlock the value of data through modern, secure and governed pipelines.
- Lead hands-on development work using Azure, Databricks, and Terraform (IaC)
- Support the migration from legacy platforms to a more modern cloud stack
- Act as a mentor and technical guide to the wider engineering team
- Implement data governance requirements
- Collaborate with non-technical stakeholders to ensure delivery aligns to business needs
- Stay close to the ML lifecycle
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
A successful Principal Data Engineer will have the following skills and experience:
- Strong hands-on experience with Azure
- Proficient in Databricks
- Skilled in Terraform and Infrastructure as Code practices
- Exposure to containers/Kubernetes
- Awareness of ML Ops concepts
THE BENEFITS:
You will receive a salary, dependent on experience. Salary is up to £80,000 On top of the salary there are some fantastic extra benefits.
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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