Quantitative Agronomist

Come work alongside some of the most talented minds in the agtech industry. We are a team of innovators who are accelerating the digitization and sustainability of our planet’s food system. At Arable, you will have the unique opportunity to build something meaningful with an amazing group of people who care about each other and their work.

What we are looking for:
There are many unique problems that come together under the umbrella of agriculture technology, and the ideal candidate has a passion for solving intricately complex real-world problems. We are seeking an experienced Agronomist to join our team. The successful candidate will work on improving water management, nutrient management, and crop modeling using advanced data analytics. As an Agronomist, you will be responsible for developing innovative solutions to optimize crop growth, reduce environmental impact, and improve the overall experience for our customers.

Come help build the future of agriculture!

What we do:

At Arable, our goal is to connect all the world’s farms to help optimize the global food system. This is an ambitious goal, but the need has never been greater to rethink how we will feed an ever-growing population and reduce our impact on natural resources. We believe the heart of the solution is digitizing the analog world with high-fidelity data to help food producers optimize their operations. We hope the impact of our work will improve the lives of farmers everywhere and be a major contribution to securing the global food supply for decades to come.

A few examples of the work we’re doing today:

• Helping farmers in India and Mozambique adapt to the effects of climate
• change on their farms with novel data-driven crop insurance
• Giving produce growers in California the tools to optimize production and minimize waste
• Helping irrigated farms in Nebraska manage water more efficiently and sustainably to protect our water supply

What you will do:

• Develop and deliver real world solutions in water management, nutrient management, and crop modeling.
• Utilize data analytics and modeling tools to analyze and interpret large, complex data sets.
• Work with cross-functional teams to develop, test, and validate crop models and algorithms.
• Work with field teams to optimize crop management decisions in relation to weather, soil, and crop growth.
• Create and maintain documentation of models, methods, and research findings.
• Work with software engineers to develop and maintain data processing pipelines, including automation and quality control procedures.
• Directly interact with customers to identify novel use cases, garner feedback and demonstrate the value of Arable solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advances in agronomic research, technologies, and techniques.

Requirements:

• PhD or Masters in Agronomy or a related field, with a focus on water management, nutrient management, and crop modeling.
• Experience with Python or R programming, including the use of scientific computing packages such as NumPy, SciPy, and Pandas.
• Exceptional candidates will have experience training, evaluating and implementing machine learning models.
• Strong experience with data analytics, statistics, and modeling.
• Experience with remote sensing and geospatial analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong research skills, with the ability to design and conduct experiments, analyze data, and interpret research findings.

What we offer:

At Arable you will be joining a company of dedicated team players who bring together diverse expertise and a passion for building a more sustainable future. We are a fast-moving startup committed to providing a rewarding employee experience through the work we do, the team, compensation, and benefits including:

• Excellent medical, dental, vision, life, disability benefits, and a 401k program
• Flexible PTO
• A focus on community involvement and career development
• Being a part of creating innovative new products that have a positive impact on the world

At Arable, we don't just accept difference—we celebrate and support it. Not only because it's the right thing to do, but because we draw on the differences in who we are, what we've experienced, and how we think to make Arable thrive. Arable is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.