Australia’s AI recruitment agency for teams that need to ship
Bluebird is built by former SaaS operators. We recruit AI engineers, machine learning specialists, AI product leads and technical leaders for high-growth companies across Australia and APAC, with a scored shortlist and a replacement guarantee on every search.
Senior ML Engineer, Head of AI, AI Product Manager. A first strong intro in about seven working days, on average.
AI and machine learning recruitment led by former SaaS operators
AI & ML recruitment by former SaaS operators
The best AI hires are rarely on job boards
The best AI hires are rarely on job boards
Strong AI engineers and machine learning specialists are mostly employed, rarely looking and approached every week. Bluebird consultants have carried the quota and run the ramp, so we know which candidates can ship models and which ones only demo well.
Map the market directly
We find strong AI engineers and machine learning specialists where they work, not on job boards.
Map the market directly
We find strong AI engineers and machine learning specialists where they work, not on job boards.
Approach the right people early
We open the right conversations before your competitors do.
Approach the right people early
We open the right conversations before your competitors do.
Test against your real brief
You get a shortlist built around your stack, your stage and the board number you need to hit, not a pile of keyword matches.
Test against your real brief
You get a shortlist built around your stack, your stage and the board number you need to hit, not a pile of keyword matches.
AI-assisted, human-led
Tools widen the search. People make the call.
We use AI tooling to map talent faster and reach further. Every shortlist is still scored by a consultant who has hired for the role, because culture and commercial fit are judgement calls.
Match the hire to the problem
Four ways to add AI capability
Most teams do not need a full AI department on day one. We help you choose the right hire for your stage and roadmap, then find the person.
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1
First hire
Land your first AI or machine learning engineer, someone who owns the stack from day one.
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2
Scale up
Add ML engineers, MLOps and data scientists as models reach production.
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3
Lead
Appoint a Head of AI or VP of Machine Learning to set direction.
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4
Go to market
Hire the solutions architects, GTM engineers and sellers who take AI to customers.
Who we hire for
Built for teams adding AI to product and go-to-market
We work with founders, CTOs, CPOs and CROs at SaaS companies, AI-native start-ups, scale-ups and enterprise software teams. We read the brief, test the assumptions behind it and tell you early if a budget or timeline does not match the market.
By the numbers
7 days
To a first strong intro, on average
30+ years
Operating inside SaaS businesses
6 months
Replacement guarantee on executive search
5.0/5
On Google, across 48 verified reviews
Testimonials
What candidates and teams say
200+ placements, 30+ years of experience operating within SaaS businesses, and a 5.0/5 Google rating across 48 reviews.
5.0/5 on Google★★★★★48 Google reviews
“Fantastic communication throughout.”
Excellent experience landing my dream role with Bluebird recruitment. Was a very straightforward and easy process with fantastic communication throughout. Big thanks to Chris & the team for all of their help in what was an amazing process. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for your ideal role.
JT
Jason Twitt★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“By far the most impressive recruiter I’ve met.”
I had the the pleasure of connecting with James throughout an interview process- he is by far the most impressive recruiter I’ve met, super transparent, communicated early and quickly with everything, was always there to understand my needs/wants from the role and I saw him as a trusted advisor by the end. Trust me, you can go no better than him and I couldn’t recommend him higher.
AT
Almand Thomas★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“A truly 10/10 experience!”
Chris and the wider team at Bluebird have been phenomenal to deal with and have provided the most seamless and personalised recruitment process I’ve experienced. The prep materials provided were incredibly helpful and they are with you every step of the way to help in any way they can. If every recruitment process was like this the world would be a better place. A truly 10/10 experience!
Anna Garton★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“Their professionalism speaks volumes.”
Bluebird were excellent throughout the entire hiring process. From initial contact through to signature, James made sure I was informed and kept comfortable the entire way. Their professionalism speaks volumes and I would highly recommend James and the team if you’re looking for your next role!
Ross Paikin★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“They made a stressful process feel easy.”
Couldn’t recommend Bluebird enough. Both Chris and James were wonderful to work with - they made what can often be a stressful process feel easy. Their communication was excellent, they were honest and approachable, and they found me an opportunity that I’m genuinely excited about.
Ange Binaka★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“A role that was a great fit for me.”
James was phenomenal in helping me find a role that was a great fit for me. His follow up and execution placed me in a position where I was able to successfully secure my new role. I’m very grateful for the opportunity and would recommend his organisation to those who are seeking exciting roles within the IT industry
CS
Chan Sam★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“He changed the course of my career.”
Scott is amazing. He reached out to me at exactly the right time, understood what I was looking for and placed me in the perfect role. It is no exaggeration to say he changed the course of my career for the best. As a candidate, I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Luke Nolan-Harris★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“Fantastic communication throughout.”
Excellent experience landing my dream role with Bluebird recruitment. Was a very straightforward and easy process with fantastic communication throughout. Big thanks to Chris & the team for all of their help in what was an amazing process. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for your ideal role.
JT
Jason Twitt★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“By far the most impressive recruiter I’ve met.”
I had the the pleasure of connecting with James throughout an interview process- he is by far the most impressive recruiter I’ve met, super transparent, communicated early and quickly with everything, was always there to understand my needs/wants from the role and I saw him as a trusted advisor by the end. Trust me, you can go no better than him and I couldn’t recommend him higher.
AT
Almand Thomas★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“A truly 10/10 experience!”
Chris and the wider team at Bluebird have been phenomenal to deal with and have provided the most seamless and personalised recruitment process I’ve experienced. The prep materials provided were incredibly helpful and they are with you every step of the way to help in any way they can. If every recruitment process was like this the world would be a better place. A truly 10/10 experience!
Anna Garton★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“Their professionalism speaks volumes.”
Bluebird were excellent throughout the entire hiring process. From initial contact through to signature, James made sure I was informed and kept comfortable the entire way. Their professionalism speaks volumes and I would highly recommend James and the team if you’re looking for your next role!
Ross Paikin★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“They made a stressful process feel easy.”
Couldn’t recommend Bluebird enough. Both Chris and James were wonderful to work with - they made what can often be a stressful process feel easy. Their communication was excellent, they were honest and approachable, and they found me an opportunity that I’m genuinely excited about.
Ange Binaka★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“A role that was a great fit for me.”
James was phenomenal in helping me find a role that was a great fit for me. His follow up and execution placed me in a position where I was able to successfully secure my new role. I’m very grateful for the opportunity and would recommend his organisation to those who are seeking exciting roles within the IT industry
CS
Chan Sam★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“He changed the course of my career.”
Scott is amazing. He reached out to me at exactly the right time, understood what I was looking for and placed me in the perfect role. It is no exaggeration to say he changed the course of my career for the best. As a candidate, I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Luke Nolan-Harris★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“Fantastic communication throughout.”
Excellent experience landing my dream role with Bluebird recruitment. Was a very straightforward and easy process with fantastic communication throughout. Big thanks to Chris & the team for all of their help in what was an amazing process. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for your ideal role.
JT
Jason Twitt★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“By far the most impressive recruiter I’ve met.”
I had the the pleasure of connecting with James throughout an interview process- he is by far the most impressive recruiter I’ve met, super transparent, communicated early and quickly with everything, was always there to understand my needs/wants from the role and I saw him as a trusted advisor by the end. Trust me, you can go no better than him and I couldn’t recommend him higher.
AT
Almand Thomas★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“A truly 10/10 experience!”
Chris and the wider team at Bluebird have been phenomenal to deal with and have provided the most seamless and personalised recruitment process I’ve experienced. The prep materials provided were incredibly helpful and they are with you every step of the way to help in any way they can. If every recruitment process was like this the world would be a better place. A truly 10/10 experience!
Anna Garton★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“Their professionalism speaks volumes.”
Bluebird were excellent throughout the entire hiring process. From initial contact through to signature, James made sure I was informed and kept comfortable the entire way. Their professionalism speaks volumes and I would highly recommend James and the team if you’re looking for your next role!
Ross Paikin★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“They made a stressful process feel easy.”
Couldn’t recommend Bluebird enough. Both Chris and James were wonderful to work with - they made what can often be a stressful process feel easy. Their communication was excellent, they were honest and approachable, and they found me an opportunity that I’m genuinely excited about.
Ange Binaka★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“A role that was a great fit for me.”
James was phenomenal in helping me find a role that was a great fit for me. His follow up and execution placed me in a position where I was able to successfully secure my new role. I’m very grateful for the opportunity and would recommend his organisation to those who are seeking exciting roles within the IT industry
CS
Chan Sam★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“He changed the course of my career.”
Scott is amazing. He reached out to me at exactly the right time, understood what I was looking for and placed me in the perfect role. It is no exaggeration to say he changed the course of my career for the best. As a candidate, I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Excellent experience landing my dream role with Bluebird recruitment. Was a very straightforward and easy process with fantastic communication throughout. Big thanks to Chris & the team for all of their help in what was an amazing process. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for your ideal role.
JT
Jason Twitt★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“By far the most impressive recruiter I’ve met.”
I had the the pleasure of connecting with James throughout an interview process- he is by far the most impressive recruiter I’ve met, super transparent, communicated early and quickly with everything, was always there to understand my needs/wants from the role and I saw him as a trusted advisor by the end. Trust me, you can go no better than him and I couldn’t recommend him higher.
AT
Almand Thomas★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“A truly 10/10 experience!”
Chris and the wider team at Bluebird have been phenomenal to deal with and have provided the most seamless and personalised recruitment process I’ve experienced. The prep materials provided were incredibly helpful and they are with you every step of the way to help in any way they can. If every recruitment process was like this the world would be a better place. A truly 10/10 experience!
Anna Garton★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“Their professionalism speaks volumes.”
Bluebird were excellent throughout the entire hiring process. From initial contact through to signature, James made sure I was informed and kept comfortable the entire way. Their professionalism speaks volumes and I would highly recommend James and the team if you’re looking for your next role!
Ross Paikin★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“They made a stressful process feel easy.”
Couldn’t recommend Bluebird enough. Both Chris and James were wonderful to work with - they made what can often be a stressful process feel easy. Their communication was excellent, they were honest and approachable, and they found me an opportunity that I’m genuinely excited about.
Ange Binaka★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“A role that was a great fit for me.”
James was phenomenal in helping me find a role that was a great fit for me. His follow up and execution placed me in a position where I was able to successfully secure my new role. I’m very grateful for the opportunity and would recommend his organisation to those who are seeking exciting roles within the IT industry
CS
Chan Sam★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“He changed the course of my career.”
Scott is amazing. He reached out to me at exactly the right time, understood what I was looking for and placed me in the perfect role. It is no exaggeration to say he changed the course of my career for the best. As a candidate, I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Luke Nolan-Harris★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“Fantastic communication throughout.”
Excellent experience landing my dream role with Bluebird recruitment. Was a very straightforward and easy process with fantastic communication throughout. Big thanks to Chris & the team for all of their help in what was an amazing process. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for your ideal role.
JT
Jason Twitt★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“By far the most impressive recruiter I’ve met.”
I had the the pleasure of connecting with James throughout an interview process- he is by far the most impressive recruiter I’ve met, super transparent, communicated early and quickly with everything, was always there to understand my needs/wants from the role and I saw him as a trusted advisor by the end. Trust me, you can go no better than him and I couldn’t recommend him higher.
AT
Almand Thomas★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“A truly 10/10 experience!”
Chris and the wider team at Bluebird have been phenomenal to deal with and have provided the most seamless and personalised recruitment process I’ve experienced. The prep materials provided were incredibly helpful and they are with you every step of the way to help in any way they can. If every recruitment process was like this the world would be a better place. A truly 10/10 experience!
Anna Garton★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“Their professionalism speaks volumes.”
Bluebird were excellent throughout the entire hiring process. From initial contact through to signature, James made sure I was informed and kept comfortable the entire way. Their professionalism speaks volumes and I would highly recommend James and the team if you’re looking for your next role!
Ross Paikin★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“They made a stressful process feel easy.”
Couldn’t recommend Bluebird enough. Both Chris and James were wonderful to work with - they made what can often be a stressful process feel easy. Their communication was excellent, they were honest and approachable, and they found me an opportunity that I’m genuinely excited about.
Ange Binaka★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“A role that was a great fit for me.”
James was phenomenal in helping me find a role that was a great fit for me. His follow up and execution placed me in a position where I was able to successfully secure my new role. I’m very grateful for the opportunity and would recommend his organisation to those who are seeking exciting roles within the IT industry
CS
Chan Sam★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“He changed the course of my career.”
Scott is amazing. He reached out to me at exactly the right time, understood what I was looking for and placed me in the perfect role. It is no exaggeration to say he changed the course of my career for the best. As a candidate, I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Luke Nolan-Harris★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“Fantastic communication throughout.”
Excellent experience landing my dream role with Bluebird recruitment. Was a very straightforward and easy process with fantastic communication throughout. Big thanks to Chris & the team for all of their help in what was an amazing process. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for your ideal role.
JT
Jason Twitt★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“By far the most impressive recruiter I’ve met.”
I had the the pleasure of connecting with James throughout an interview process- he is by far the most impressive recruiter I’ve met, super transparent, communicated early and quickly with everything, was always there to understand my needs/wants from the role and I saw him as a trusted advisor by the end. Trust me, you can go no better than him and I couldn’t recommend him higher.
AT
Almand Thomas★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“A truly 10/10 experience!”
Chris and the wider team at Bluebird have been phenomenal to deal with and have provided the most seamless and personalised recruitment process I’ve experienced. The prep materials provided were incredibly helpful and they are with you every step of the way to help in any way they can. If every recruitment process was like this the world would be a better place. A truly 10/10 experience!
Anna Garton★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“Their professionalism speaks volumes.”
Bluebird were excellent throughout the entire hiring process. From initial contact through to signature, James made sure I was informed and kept comfortable the entire way. Their professionalism speaks volumes and I would highly recommend James and the team if you’re looking for your next role!
Ross Paikin★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“They made a stressful process feel easy.”
Couldn’t recommend Bluebird enough. Both Chris and James were wonderful to work with - they made what can often be a stressful process feel easy. Their communication was excellent, they were honest and approachable, and they found me an opportunity that I’m genuinely excited about.
Ange Binaka★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“A role that was a great fit for me.”
James was phenomenal in helping me find a role that was a great fit for me. His follow up and execution placed me in a position where I was able to successfully secure my new role. I’m very grateful for the opportunity and would recommend his organisation to those who are seeking exciting roles within the IT industry
CS
Chan Sam★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“He changed the course of my career.”
Scott is amazing. He reached out to me at exactly the right time, understood what I was looking for and placed me in the perfect role. It is no exaggeration to say he changed the course of my career for the best. As a candidate, I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Luke Nolan-Harris★★★★★Verified Google review ·
5.0/5 on Google★★★★★48 Google reviews
“Fantastic communication throughout.”
Excellent experience landing my dream role with Bluebird recruitment. Was a very straightforward and easy process with fantastic communication throughout. Big thanks to Chris & the team for all of their help in what was an amazing process. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for your ideal role.
JT
Jason Twitt★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“By far the most impressive recruiter I’ve met.”
I had the the pleasure of connecting with James throughout an interview process- he is by far the most impressive recruiter I’ve met, super transparent, communicated early and quickly with everything, was always there to understand my needs/wants from the role and I saw him as a trusted advisor by the end. Trust me, you can go no better than him and I couldn’t recommend him higher.
AT
Almand Thomas★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“A truly 10/10 experience!”
Chris and the wider team at Bluebird have been phenomenal to deal with and have provided the most seamless and personalised recruitment process I’ve experienced. The prep materials provided were incredibly helpful and they are with you every step of the way to help in any way they can. If every recruitment process was like this the world would be a better place. A truly 10/10 experience!
Anna Garton★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“Their professionalism speaks volumes.”
Bluebird were excellent throughout the entire hiring process. From initial contact through to signature, James made sure I was informed and kept comfortable the entire way. Their professionalism speaks volumes and I would highly recommend James and the team if you’re looking for your next role!
Ross Paikin★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“They made a stressful process feel easy.”
Couldn’t recommend Bluebird enough. Both Chris and James were wonderful to work with - they made what can often be a stressful process feel easy. Their communication was excellent, they were honest and approachable, and they found me an opportunity that I’m genuinely excited about.
Ange Binaka★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“A role that was a great fit for me.”
James was phenomenal in helping me find a role that was a great fit for me. His follow up and execution placed me in a position where I was able to successfully secure my new role. I’m very grateful for the opportunity and would recommend his organisation to those who are seeking exciting roles within the IT industry
CS
Chan Sam★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“He changed the course of my career.”
Scott is amazing. He reached out to me at exactly the right time, understood what I was looking for and placed me in the perfect role. It is no exaggeration to say he changed the course of my career for the best. As a candidate, I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Luke Nolan-Harris★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“Fantastic communication throughout.”
Excellent experience landing my dream role with Bluebird recruitment. Was a very straightforward and easy process with fantastic communication throughout. Big thanks to Chris & the team for all of their help in what was an amazing process. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for your ideal role.
JT
Jason Twitt★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“By far the most impressive recruiter I’ve met.”
I had the the pleasure of connecting with James throughout an interview process- he is by far the most impressive recruiter I’ve met, super transparent, communicated early and quickly with everything, was always there to understand my needs/wants from the role and I saw him as a trusted advisor by the end. Trust me, you can go no better than him and I couldn’t recommend him higher.
AT
Almand Thomas★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“A truly 10/10 experience!”
Chris and the wider team at Bluebird have been phenomenal to deal with and have provided the most seamless and personalised recruitment process I’ve experienced. The prep materials provided were incredibly helpful and they are with you every step of the way to help in any way they can. If every recruitment process was like this the world would be a better place. A truly 10/10 experience!
Anna Garton★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“Their professionalism speaks volumes.”
Bluebird were excellent throughout the entire hiring process. From initial contact through to signature, James made sure I was informed and kept comfortable the entire way. Their professionalism speaks volumes and I would highly recommend James and the team if you’re looking for your next role!
Ross Paikin★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“They made a stressful process feel easy.”
Couldn’t recommend Bluebird enough. Both Chris and James were wonderful to work with - they made what can often be a stressful process feel easy. Their communication was excellent, they were honest and approachable, and they found me an opportunity that I’m genuinely excited about.
Ange Binaka★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“A role that was a great fit for me.”
James was phenomenal in helping me find a role that was a great fit for me. His follow up and execution placed me in a position where I was able to successfully secure my new role. I’m very grateful for the opportunity and would recommend his organisation to those who are seeking exciting roles within the IT industry
CS
Chan Sam★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“He changed the course of my career.”
Scott is amazing. He reached out to me at exactly the right time, understood what I was looking for and placed me in the perfect role. It is no exaggeration to say he changed the course of my career for the best. As a candidate, I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Luke Nolan-Harris★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“Fantastic communication throughout.”
Excellent experience landing my dream role with Bluebird recruitment. Was a very straightforward and easy process with fantastic communication throughout. Big thanks to Chris & the team for all of their help in what was an amazing process. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for your ideal role.
JT
Jason Twitt★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“By far the most impressive recruiter I’ve met.”
I had the the pleasure of connecting with James throughout an interview process- he is by far the most impressive recruiter I’ve met, super transparent, communicated early and quickly with everything, was always there to understand my needs/wants from the role and I saw him as a trusted advisor by the end. Trust me, you can go no better than him and I couldn’t recommend him higher.
AT
Almand Thomas★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“A truly 10/10 experience!”
Chris and the wider team at Bluebird have been phenomenal to deal with and have provided the most seamless and personalised recruitment process I’ve experienced. The prep materials provided were incredibly helpful and they are with you every step of the way to help in any way they can. If every recruitment process was like this the world would be a better place. A truly 10/10 experience!
Anna Garton★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“Their professionalism speaks volumes.”
Bluebird were excellent throughout the entire hiring process. From initial contact through to signature, James made sure I was informed and kept comfortable the entire way. Their professionalism speaks volumes and I would highly recommend James and the team if you’re looking for your next role!
Ross Paikin★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“They made a stressful process feel easy.”
Couldn’t recommend Bluebird enough. Both Chris and James were wonderful to work with - they made what can often be a stressful process feel easy. Their communication was excellent, they were honest and approachable, and they found me an opportunity that I’m genuinely excited about.
Ange Binaka★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“A role that was a great fit for me.”
James was phenomenal in helping me find a role that was a great fit for me. His follow up and execution placed me in a position where I was able to successfully secure my new role. I’m very grateful for the opportunity and would recommend his organisation to those who are seeking exciting roles within the IT industry
CS
Chan Sam★★★★★Verified Google review ·
“He changed the course of my career.”
Scott is amazing. He reached out to me at exactly the right time, understood what I was looking for and placed me in the perfect role. It is no exaggeration to say he changed the course of my career for the best. As a candidate, I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Luke Nolan-Harris★★★★★Verified Google review ·
Shift4
“Their professionalism speaks volumes.”
Ross Paikin
Sales Executive · Shift4
MyCISO
“Bluebird is a valued partner.”
Dane Meah
CEO & Co-founder · MyCISO
Shift4
“Their professionalism speaks volumes.”
Ross Paikin
Sales Executive · Shift4
MyCISO
“Bluebird is a valued partner.”
Dane Meah
CEO & Co-founder · MyCISO
Shift4
“Their professionalism speaks volumes.”
Ross Paikin
Sales Executive · Shift4
MyCISO
“Bluebird is a valued partner.”
Dane Meah
CEO & Co-founder · MyCISO
Why Bluebird
The Bluebird difference
The Bluebird difference
Operator-led search, tested candidates, speed with quality and deep Australia and APAC networks.
Operator-led search, tested candidates, speed with quality and deep Australia and APAC networks.
Industry insiders
Our consultants have lived the quota, ramp and board pressure. They know what a great AI hire looks like in SaaS.
Industry insiders
Our consultants have lived the quota, ramp and board pressure. They know what a great AI hire looks like in SaaS.
Speed with quality
A scored, vetted shortlist gets you to your first strong intro in about seven working days, on average.
Speed with quality
A scored, vetted shortlist gets you to your first strong intro in about seven working days, on average.
Built for scale
Contingency, retained or
executive search to fit your
stage, pace and risk. We fit
how your team hires.
Built for scale
Contingency, retained or
executive search to fit your
stage, pace and risk. We fit
how your team hires.
Operator-led evaluation
We test key skills with role
plays, structured tasks and
business scenarios. We look
far beyond the CV.
Operator-led evaluation
We test key skills with role
plays, structured tasks and
business scenarios. We look
far beyond the CV.
Retention that compounds
We find the best cultural and commercial fit so you avoid costly mis-hires and keep good people longer.
Retention that compounds
We find the best cultural and commercial fit so you avoid costly mis-hires and keep good people longer.
Australia & APAC focus
Our reach spans Sydney,
Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth.
We help you hire across APAC
via our local ties.
Australia & APAC focus
Our reach spans Sydney,
Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth.
We help you hire across APAC
via our local ties.
Clear market intelligence
We track pay, talent supply and market trends to give you usable insight and guide every hiring choice.
Clear market intelligence
We track pay, talent supply and market trends to give you usable insight and guide every hiring choice.
A partner after placement
We are there by your side
after each hire with offer
help, onboarding tips and a
replacement guarantee.
A partner after placement
We are there by your side
after each hire with offer
help, onboarding tips and a
replacement guarantee.
Two audiences. One specialist AI and SaaS recruitment agency in Australia
Two audiences. One specialist AI and SaaS recruitment agency in Australia
What does your next chapter look like?
For companies
Build your AI team.
Hire AI, machine learning and technical leaders through operator-led search: contingency, retained or executive.
AI engineers, ML engineers, MLOps and data scientists
Operator-led assessment and focused shortlists
Consultants who have worked in the teams they recruit for
Leadership, product, go-to-market and engineering, matched to your stage.
Leadership, product, go-to-market and engineering, matched to your stage.
AI leadership
Head of AI, VP of Machine Learning, Chief AI Officer, AI Director
→
AI product & GTM
AI Product Managers, AI Solutions Architects, Solutions Engineers, GTM Engineers and AI sales leaders
→
AI & ML engineering
AI Engineers, ML Engineers, MLOps, NLP and computer vision specialists, LLM engineers, data scientists and applied researchers
→
ML engineers
Heads of AI
AI product
APAC hires
AI leadership
Head of AI, VP of Machine Learning, Chief AI Officer, AI Director
→
AI product & GTM
AI Product Managers, AI Solutions Architects, Solutions Engineers, GTM Engineers and AI sales leaders
→
AI & ML engineering
AI Engineers, ML Engineers, MLOps, NLP and computer vision specialists, LLM engineers, data scientists and applied researchers
→
ML engineers
Heads of AI
AI product
APAC hires
AI leadership
Head of AI, VP of Machine Learning, Chief AI Officer, AI Director
→
AI product & GTM
AI Product Managers, AI Solutions Architects, Solutions Engineers, GTM Engineers and AI sales leaders
→
AI & ML engineering
AI Engineers, ML Engineers, MLOps, NLP and computer vision specialists, LLM engineers, data scientists and applied researchers
→
ML engineers
Heads of AI
AI product
APAC hires
AI talent we place
The AI profiles our clients ask for most
Recent briefs across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth, and the experience our clients expect.
Senior Machine Learning Engineer
Sydney · Hybrid
Permanent placement
AI & ML engineering
Takes models from notebook to production. Strong in Python, PyTorch or TensorFlow, MLOps and cloud deployment, with clear ownership of evaluation and inference performance.
Sets AI strategy and builds the team around it. Has shipped AI products inside a scaling SaaS or enterprise business and can brief a board with confidence.
A clear, senior-led process that takes you from role brief to a qualified AI shortlist and a confident offer.
Submit the brief
Tell us the role, stack, stage and urgency in about 60 seconds.
Submit the brief
Tell us the role, stack, stage and urgency in about 60 seconds.
Short consultation
A senior consultant confirms the profile, scope and what success looks like in year one.
Short consultation
A senior consultant confirms the profile, scope and what success looks like in year one.
Market mapping
We map and approach AI and ML talent across Australia and APAC, including people who are not looking.
Market mapping
We map and approach AI and ML talent across Australia and APAC, including people who are not looking.
Qualified shortlist
You receive a concise, scored shortlist—not a CV dump.
Qualified shortlist
You receive a concise, scored shortlist—not a CV dump.
Interviews and offer
We coordinate feedback, role-play preparation and negotiation.
Interviews and offer
We coordinate feedback, role-play preparation and negotiation.
Follow-through
We stay close through onboarding and the replacement-guarantee period.
Follow-through
We stay close through onboarding and the replacement-guarantee period.
Talk to an AI recruiter
Ready to build your AI team?
Competing for the same few AI engineers as everyone else is a losing game. Tell us what you are building and we will show you where the right people are and how to win them.
A few quick details · Takes about 60 seconds
We’ll get back to you within 1 business day
A clear next step, not a generic response.
Operator-led recruitment
Speak directly with our specialist team.
SaaS, AI & GTM specialists
Across Australia and APAC.
A few quick details · Takes about 60 seconds
We’ll get back to you within 1 business day
A clear next step, not a generic response.
Operator-led recruitment
Speak directly with our specialist team.
SaaS, AI & GTM specialists
Across Australia and APAC.
A few quick details · Takes about 60 seconds
We’ll get back to you within 1 business day
A clear next step, not a generic response.
Operator-led recruitment
Speak directly with our specialist team.
SaaS, AI & GTM specialists
Across Australia and APAC.
Engagement models
Three ways to hire AI talent
Three ways to hire AI talent
Three ways to hire AI talent
Choose contingency, retained or executive search based on urgency, seniority and risk.
Contingency
Contingency recruitment
A flexible search for clearly defined AI engineer, specialist and manager-level roles.