Lead AI Engineer - Client-Facing, Hybrid, High Impact

Harnham; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus and benefits

Job summary

Harnham invites applications for a Lead AI Engineer to drive cutting-edge digital solutions on client sites, blending AI, analytics and digital tooling to deliver real operational impact. This hybrid role requires hands-on leadership and close collaboration with client teams.

You will translate complex technical ideas into practical outcomes, mentor colleagues, and stay ahead of evolving technologies to shape the future of client delivery. Travel to client sites is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Strong commercial experience applying digital ideas to operational impact.
• Deep capability in AI, data science, analytics, or digital tooling.

Responsibilities

• Identify high‑impact opportunities to apply AI, data science, analytics, and digital tooling.
• Lead technical workstreams, including design and delivery of machine learning solutions and digital tools.
• Collaborate with client teams to embed solutions directly into operations.
• Guide multi‑disciplinary teams combining 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.

Job description

Harnham invites applications for a Lead AI Engineer to drive cutting-edge digital solutions on client sites, blending AI, analytics and digital tooling to deliver real operational impact. This hybrid role requires hands-on leadership and close collaboration with client teams.

You will translate complex technical ideas into practical outcomes, mentor colleagues, and stay ahead of evolving technologies to shape the future of client delivery. Travel to client sites is essential for this role.