Remote Agricultural Data Scientist - Precision Farming

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical and innovative Remote Agricultural Data Scientist to join a forward-thinking team. This fully remote role offers flexibility and the chance to work on cutting-edge projects from anywhere, leveraging vast datasets from farms to improve crop yields through precision agriculture.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in data science, statistics, and machine learning, with a passion for applying these skills to agricultural challenges.

Responsibilities

• Data cleaning, preprocessing, and exploratory analysis of farm sensor, satellite, and yield data.
• Develop, validate, and deploy predictive ML models for precision agriculture.
• Collaborate with agronomy and software teams to integrate insights into solutions.

Skills

Data science

Statistics

Machine learning

Agriculture domain knowledge

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in agricultural technology solutions, is searching for a highly analytical and innovative Remote Agricultural Data Scientist to join their forward-thinking team. This position is entirely remote, offering flexibility and the chance to work on cutting-edge projects from anywhere. You will be instrumental in leveraging vast datasets from farms – including sensor data, satellite imagery, and yield records – to develop predictive models, optimize farm management practices, and enhance crop yields through precision agriculture techniques. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data science, statistics, machine learning, and a passion for applying these skills to agricultural challenges. Responsibilities include data cleaning, analysis, model development, and collaborating with agronomy and software development teams. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of farming through data-driven insights, working with a dynamic, globally distributed team committed to advancing sustainable and efficient agriculture. Our client values data-driven decision-making and innovation.