Melbourne's AI Recruitment Specialists

Recruiting The Minds
That Redefine Intelligence

We recruit engineers who build and ship production AI systems.

6000+
Network of Data Professionals, Engineers & Developers
Client Satisfaction
Down to earth recruiters that deliver on promises
<1hr
Average Response Time
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The Problem

Why AI Hiring Fails

Most companies struggle to hire AI talent. Here's why — and how we fix it.

Generalist Recruiters Don't Get AI

Most recruiters can't tell the difference between a data analyst and an ML engineer. You waste weeks screening mismatched candidates.

01

Slow Hiring Kills Momentum

AI teams move fast. A 3-month hiring process means your competitors ship while you're still interviewing.

02

Poor Retention Costs More

A bad hire in AI doesn't just cost salary — it sets back your roadmap by quarters. Cultural and technical fit both matter.

03

HeadHunted AI was built to solve exactly these problems — by recruiters who've worked in AI engineering themselves.

What We Do

Services Built for AI Teams

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24h Turnaround

Contract Hiring

Fast deployment of skilled AI contractors when you need to move quickly or augment your existing team.

  • Fast deployment of in-flight resources
  • Flexible contract terms & SOWs
  • Fully managed payroll & contractor care
  • Low margins
Hire Contractors
Most Popular
11-16% once-off fee

Permanent Placement

Find the right permanent hire who fits both your technical requirements and team culture, with a 6-month guarantee.

  • Access to our deep networks
  • Rigorous screening process
  • Recruit Now - Pay Later options
  • 6-month guarantee
Hire Permanently
11% for exclusive AND retained

Retained Search

Dedicated headhunting for executive and senior AI positions with an exclusive, personalised search.

  • Includes everything from Permanent, plus
  • Executive AI positions
  • Dedicated Headhunter
  • Exclusive personalised hunt
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Why HeadHunted AI

Specialists, Not Generalists

We exist in AI. We live it, recruit for it, and understand it in a way generalist recruiters never will.

95%
Retention Rate
2-4 Week
Average Fill-rate (for perm)
24h
Shortlist Delivery
6000+
AI Talent Network
<1hr
Response Time
Daniel Kim — Founder, HeadHunted AI

Founded by engineers, for engineers

Technical Expertise

Our recruiters come from engineering and tech backgrounds, ensuring only the best quality candidates are sent to you.

Custom Solutions

Offering permanent placements customized to your specific requirements.

Perfect Match

We focus on understanding both technical requirements and cultural fit for seamless integration.

"Founded by a former engineer, we built HeadHunted AI because we were tired of watching great AI talent end up in the wrong roles — and great companies fail to build the teams they needed."

DK
Daniel Kim
Founder, HeadHunted AI
How We Work

No Guesswork. No Delays.

A clear process with defined timelines — so you always know what to expect.

1

Brief

We get to know your team, stack, and exactly what you need.

2

Search

We tap our 6000+ network and headhunt from the market.

3

Shortlist

Technically vetted candidates delivered within 24–48 hours.

4

Interview

We coordinate and prep both sides for a smooth process.

5

Placement

Offer management, onboarding support, and retention follow-up.

Average time to shortlist: 48 hours
Social Proof

Trusted by AI Professionals

Don't take our word for it — hear from the candidates and clients we've worked with.

95%
Retention Rate
6000+
AI Network
<1hr
Response Time
24h
Shortlist Delivery
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"I wholeheartedly recommend DK for his exceptional recruitment services! He played a pivotal role in helping me land my current role. DK demonstrated a keen eye for talent and took the time to explain the role in a way that resonated with me. His ability to move the interview process swiftly while ensuring I had all the necessary information was impressive."

Malan Evans
Malan Evans
ML/AI Engineer | Data Enthusiast | LLM Solution Developer
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"Daniel is the most amazing recruiter I've ever worked with. He's incredibly professional and truly cares about both candidates and employers. Throughout the entire process, Daniel was always available to answer my questions and provide support. His attention to detail ensured that I found a position that leveraged my skills and aligned with my aspirations."

Priya Manoharan
Priya Manoharan
Data Analyst | Business Intelligence | Power BI Developer
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"I'd highly recommend Daniel as a recruiter to any tech professional. His engineering background shows through his ability to describe his client's tech stack and requirements. As an engineer this gives me massive amounts of confidence in his ability to match me with potential employers."

Zachary Brown
Zachary Brown
Automation Engineer

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Whether you're hiring or looking for your next AI role, let's talk. We respond within the hour.