Remote Agronomist - Digital Crop Monitoring & Advisory

Placements24; Willows (CA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Home office stipend

Professional development resources

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Agronomist to join a pioneer in digital agriculture. You will deliver expert agronomic advice to farmers through digital platforms, leveraging satellite and weather data to optimize crop health and yield from a home office.

This fully remote role emphasizes innovative technology, data-driven recommendations, and collaboration with a growing AgTech team to shape sustainable farming nationwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in agronomy or related field.
• At least 3 years as an agronomist with modern farming tech.
• Experience analyzing remote sensing, weather data, and soil data.
• Proficient with digital agronomy platforms and data visualization tools.
• Excellent remote communication and advisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote agronomic consultation via digital platform (phone, email, video).
• Monitor crop health using satellite imagery, drone data, weather forecasts.
• Analyze farm data to tailor irrigation, fertilization, pest, and disease plans.
• Develop educational content, webinars, and best practice guides for farmers.
• Collaborate with technology team to improve the digital advisory platform.
• Assist in troubleshooting farm data integration and software usage.
• Maintain detailed records of client interactions, recommendations, and outcomes.
• Stay updated on agronomic research and digital farming trends.

Skills

Agronomy knowledge

Data analysis

Remote sensing

Digital platforms

Communication skills

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Home internet

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Crop Science

Tools

Farm management software

Data visualization

Remote sensing data

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneer in digital agricultural solutions, is looking for a Remote Agronomist to join their innovative team. This position is entirely remote, offering flexibility and the opportunity to impact agricultural practices across various regions from the comfort of your home office. You will be responsible for providing expert agronomic advice and support to farmers through digital platforms, utilizing remote sensing data, weather analytics, and farm management software. The core focus will be on monitoring crop health, diagnosing issues, and recommending data-driven solutions to enhance yield, quality, and sustainability. This is an ideal role for a forward-thinking agronomist passionate about technology and its application in modern agriculture, contributing to efficient farming practices nationwide without the need for physical presence in a specific office location.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide remote agronomic consultation and technical support to farmers via phone, email, video calls, and our digital platform.
• Monitor crop development, health, and potential issues using satellite imagery, drone data, weather forecasts, and other digital tools.
• Analyze farm data to provide tailored recommendations for irrigation, fertilization, pest, and disease management.
• Develop and deliver educational content, webinars, and best practice guides for farmers on sustainable and efficient crop production.
• Collaborate with the technology development team to provide feedback and suggest improvements for the digital advisory platform.
• Assist in troubleshooting technical issues related to farm data integration and software usage.
• Maintain detailed records of client interactions, recommendations, and outcomes.
• Stay updated on the latest agronomic research, digital farming technologies, and industry trends.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Agricultural Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an agronomist, preferably with exposure to modern farming techniques and technologies.
• Demonstrated experience in analyzing agricultural data, including remote sensing imagery, weather data, and soil analysis.
• Proficiency with digital agricultural platforms, farm management software, and data visualization tools.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and advisory skills, with the ability to convey technical information effectively in a remote setting.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to client support.
• Self-motivated and able to manage workload independently in a remote work environment.
• A reliable internet connection and a suitable home office setup are essential.
• Familiarity with various crop types common in South Africa is an advantage.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers a competitive salary and a flexible work schedule.
• Employees receive a comprehensive health insurance package and access to professional development resources, including online courses and workshops focused on agricultural technology and digital agronomy.
• The company provides a stipend for home office setup and internet expenses.
• Opportunities for growth within a rapidly expanding AgTech company are significant, with potential to influence product development and company strategy.
• Join a collaborative and forward-thinking team, contributing to the advancement of sustainable agriculture from anywhere.
• This role allows you to work from your preferred location within South Africa.