We specialise in Data and AI recruitment, connecting leading hedge funds, asset managers, and capital markets firms with exceptional mid- to senior-level talent. With deep sector expertise and extensive networks built over a decade, Harrington Starr delivers specialist Data and AI professionals who drive innovation and competitive advantage.
The Data and AI landscape is experiencing unprecedented growth. As we move through 2026 and beyond, demand for talented Data engineers, AI specialists, and ML experts shows no signs of slowing. The rise of financial data engineering has become central to competitive advantage across the sector.
We recruit across a comprehensive range of Data and AI roles within capital markets and buy-side trading environments. Our team has deep expertise in:
Data Engineering
Real-time trading pipelines, cloud transformation (AWS, Azure, GCP), and modernising legacy infrastructure
Data Science & Analytics
Quantitative roles aligned to trading desks, portfolio management, and systematic trading
AI & Machine Learning
ML engineers for AI-driven trading strategies and algorithmic models
Data Leadership
Senior leaders driving data strategy, governance, and transformation programmes
Cloud & DevOps
Cloud engineers focused on AWS/Azure for trading infrastructure and scalable platforms
We recruit across fintech for industry-leading hedge funds, asset managers, banks, and trading venues, using a specialist headhunting and proactive approach to source expert talent for Data and AI roles.
Since launching in 2010, we have provided industry-leading data recruitment services with truly global reach. Whether you're building systematic trading platforms, scaling your front-office analytics function, or transforming legacy data infrastructure, our specialist consultants are dedicated to sourcing the best professionals to power your competitive advantage.
We don't just match CVs to job descriptions. Our consultants invest time in understanding your environment, whether you're AWS or Azure-based, focused on equities or fixed income, building for front-office trading or enterprise-wide transformation. We map the market, test for flexibility, and provide honest feedback about what's achievable within your timeframe and budget.
Unlike generalist agencies, our consultants specialise exclusively in Data and AI within capital markets. This deep focus means we understand the nuances between a Data engineer building real-time trading pipelines versus one working on batch processing, and we know which skills truly matter for your business.
Speed matters in competitive markets. Our quick process ensures you see qualified candidates straight away, giving you an advantage on exceptional talent before they're snapped up by competitors.
We'll tell you if your requirements need refinement. Whether it's salary expectations, tech stack flexibility, or in-office presence, we provide market intelligence to help you make informed decisions and secure the right hire.
Whether you're a hands-on Data engineer specialising in AWS or Azure, a Data scientist building ML models for systematic trading, or an experienced Data leader seeking your next challenge, our dedicated team is here to help you secure a role that aligns with your long-term career ambitions.
Demand for Data and AI jobs remains exceptionally strong, driven by cloud transformation, front-office trading initiatives, and AI-driven competitive strategies.
From real-time trading Data pipelines to machine learning research, from cloud infrastructure to quantitative analytics, we connect you with opportunities where you can genuinely excel and make an impact. With transparent communication, deep market knowledge, and a specialist-led approach, we ensure you're positioned for success in this dynamic and rapidly evolving market.
