AUSTRALIA’S ELITE SPECIALIST RECRUITERS IN AI, DIGITAL MARKETING AND TECHNOLOGY. BESPOKE EXPERTISE SINCE 2010.
Founded by Keiran Hathorn, Big Wave Digital has spent 29 years as Australia’s most trusted specialist recruiter in AI, Digital Marketing and Technology. Our bespoke, expert approach delivers talent that transforms businesses.
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Big Wave Digital partners with over 500 decision makers across Australia, helping organisations find the specialist talent who will shape their future in AI, Digital Marketing, Crypto and Technology.
With an 89% repeat client rate and 29 years of elite, bespoke recruitment experience, we are not just another agency. We are the partner trusted by Australia’s most innovative companies to deliver the people who make the difference.
Our founder, Keiran Hathorn, has personally placed thousands of candidates across AI, Digital Marketing, Data Science and Software Engineering. His philosophy is simple: recruitment should change lives, not just fill seats.
“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.” , Mark Twain
Specialist roles we recruit across Australia:
- AI and Machine Learning (Engineers, Scientists, MLOps, Prompt Engineers, AI Product)
- Digital Marketing (SEO, SEM, Performance, Content, Social, Programmatic, Growth)
- Data Science, Analytics and Business Intelligence
- Software Engineering (Full-Stack, Frontend, Backend, Mobile, Cloud, DevOps)
- Executive Leadership (CTO, CDO, CMO, VP Engineering, Head of Digital)
- Product Management and Digital Strategy
- UX/UI Design and Creative Technology
- Crypto, Blockchain and Web3
- Digital Sales, Partnerships and Account Management
- Digital Project, Program and Delivery Management
WE UNEARTH THE TALENT THAT OTHERS CANNOT FIND. AND WE THRIVE ON THE CHALLENGE.
- We find you elite AI, Digital Marketing and Technology professionals operating at the very top of their game. People who do not just fill a role, they elevate your entire team.
- Your time is precious. Our specialist consultants present only the highest quality candidates, each one personally vetted, interviewed and assessed before they reach you. No spam CVs. No wasted time. Just exceptional talent.
- Great people are the catalyst for extraordinary businesses. In 2026, the organisations thriving are the ones who hired for the future, not the past. We help you find those people.
“Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world.” , Albert Einstein
AT BIG WAVE DIGITAL, WE BELIEVE EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE. ESPECIALLY WITH THE RIGHT PEOPLE.
We open doors to extraordinary places, giving you access to life-changing career opportunities across AI, Digital Marketing, Crypto and Technology. Our bespoke approach means every candidate experience is personal, considered and deeply human.
“I placed a Digital Account Manager. Fast forward 5 years and she is now leading a Digital function for a massive media powerhouse, winning industry awards for her work and leading a team of her own.” , Big Wave Digital Consultant
Need specialist help finding AI, Digital or Technical talent?
Big Wave Digital’s elite consultants are all experts in their field. With 29 years of bespoke experience, see why our team of specialist career recruiters have been hand-picked to help your business flourish.
“I conducted 47,000 reference checks in one afternoon. Conclusion: Big Wave candidates are consistently excellent. Also, I need a nap.” , Rodney the Robot Bot
SEARCHING FOR A STAR FOR YOUR TEAM?
Our specialist consultants know the elite AI, Digital Marketing and Technology talent in Australia. Let us introduce you.
WE PARTNER WITH ALL KINDS OF AMBITIOUS COMPANIES ACROSS AUSTRALIA.
From AI startups experiencing explosive growth to ASX-listed corporates and global consultancies. We also partner with media, agencies, government, SaaS platforms and high-growth scale-ups right across Australia. Our 89% repeat client rate speaks for itself.
“Human behaviour flows from three main sources: desire, emotion, and knowledge.” , Plato
SEARCHING FOR YOUR NEXT BIG MOVE?
The right job can be life changing. We work with Australia’s most exciting companies to open doors for talented people like you. Whether you are an AI Engineer, a Digital Marketing Director or a CTO, we have access to roles you will not find anywhere else.
We are catalysing extraordinary careers at remarkable companies. Right now, we are looking for motivated AI engineers, machine learning scientists, digital marketing leaders, data architects and technical executives.
“I have been offered seven roles this week. But I am loyal to Big Wave Digital. Plus, they give me treats.” , Honey the Cavoodle, Chief Morale Officer
Feel the benefits of 29 years of specialist expertise, deep industry connections and a team that genuinely cares.
Big Wave Digital gives you access to elite Australian talent pools, cutting-edge industry insights, and an expert team that works way beyond the brief. Bespoke, empathetic, passionate. That is the Big Wave way.
“Excellence is not a destination but a continuously improving process.” , Hathorn
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