Lead AI Engineer (191492)

Harnham; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Harnham is seeking a Lead AI Engineer in Bolton for a hybrid role that involves working on client sites. The position offers £90,000 to £110,000 plus bonus and benefits.

You will embed AI, advanced analytics, and digital tooling into live environments, translating complex technical work into tangible operational outcomes. The company delivers meaningful change across sectors by solving challenges with AI and data science.

Qualifications

• Experience turning digital ideas into operational impact.
• Strong AI, data science, analytics, or digital tooling capability.
• Translate designs into in‑operation solutions.
• Lead teams and manage stakeholders across technical/non-technical backgrounds.
• Communicate complex ideas clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Client-facing, outcomes-focused delivery.

Responsibilities

• Identify high‑impact AI and analytics opportunities for digital tooling.
• Lead workstreams for ML solutions and digital tools design and delivery.
• Work with client teams to embed solutions into operations.
• Guide multi-disciplinary teams to deliver sustainable, outcomes‑driven results.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• Mentor colleagues and shape best‑practice approaches across digital programmes.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and bring innovative ideas into client delivery.
• Client site travel is essential to drive change with client teams.

Skills

AI & data science

Advanced analytics

Stakeholder management

Client delivery

Team leadership

Communication skills

Job description

Lead AI Engineer

Hybrid Working on Client Site

£90,000 to £110,000 plus bonus and benefits

This is a standout opportunity to shape and deliver cutting‑edge digital solutions that drive real operational impact. You will work directly with clients, embedding AI, advanced analytics, and digital tools into live environments and seeing your work translate into tangible outcomes.

The Company

This organisation is known for delivering meaningful, measurable change across both public and private sectors. They partner closely with clients to solve complex challenges using AI, data science, and digital innovation. Their culture is collaborative, low‑ego, and centred on developing exceptional talent. As they scale their digital capabilities, you will be joining a growing team with significant influence on its future direction.

The Role

• Identify high‑impact opportunities to apply AI, data science, advanced analytics, and digital tooling.
• Lead technical workstreams, including the design and delivery of machine learning solutions and digital tools.
• Work closely with client teams on the ground to embed solutions directly into operations.
• Guide multi‑disciplinary teams that combine people, processes, and technology to deliver sustainable results.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for non‑technical stakeholders.
• Mentor colleagues and help shape best‑practice approaches across digital programmes.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and bring innovative ideas into client delivery.

Client site travel is essential as you will drive change alongside client teams.

Your Skills and Experience

• Strong commercial experience taking digital ideas from concept through to operational impact.
• Deep capability in AI, data science, advanced analytics, or digital tooling.
• Ability to turn technical designs into practical, in‑operation solutions.
• Confident leading teams and managing stakeholders across technical and non‑technical backgrounds.
• Skilled at communicating complex ideas simply and clearly.
• A hands‑on, client‑centric approach with a focus on delivering measurable outcomes.
• Comfortable working on‑site with clients to drive change in real time.

What They Offer

• Clear progression pathways with structured development support.
• Exposure to high‑impact projects across diverse sectors.
• A collaborative digital community with access to the latest technologies.