Remote Precision Agriculture Data Analyst

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Competitive salary

Remote training & growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Precision Agriculture Specialist & Data Analyst to join our forward‑thinking, remote‑first team. You will empower farmers worldwide with data‑driven insights using IoT sensors, satellite imagery, and advanced analytics to optimize inputs, boost yields, and promote sustainable farming practices.

The role is fully remote, requires a Master’s degree and 5+ years in precision agriculture or GIS, and you will design programs, build predictive models, and create

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in precision agriculture, data analysis, or GIS in agriculture.
• Proficiency with data analysis software (R, Python, SPSS) and GIS platforms (ArcGIS, QGIS).
• Strong remote sensing, satellite imagery processing, and drone data analysis experience.
• Excellent data visualization and ability to communicate with non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage precision agriculture programs utilizing remote sensing, GIS, and IoT technologies.
• Collect, process, and analyze large datasets from various agricultural sources including drones, sensors, weather stations, and farm machinery.
• Develop predictive models for crop growth, yield forecasting, disease outbreak prediction, and resource optimization (water, fertilizer, pesticides).
• Create clear, concise, and visually appealing reports and dashboards for clients, translating complex data into actionable recommendations.
• Provide remote technical support and training to farmers and agronomists on the use of precision agriculture tools and software.
• Collaborate with the product development team to improve existing tools and identify opportunities for new technological advancements.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and innovations in precision agriculture, data science, and agricultural technology.
• Advise clients on the optimal application of inputs based on data analysis to maximize ROI and minimize environmental impact.

Skills

Data analysis

Python/R

GIS

Remote sensing

IoT data

Data visualization

English communication

Independent work

Education

Master's degree in Precision Agriculture or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Python

R

SPSS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Precision Agriculture Specialist & Data Analyst to join our forward‑thinking, remote‑first team. You will empower farmers worldwide with data‑driven insights using IoT sensors, satellite imagery, and advanced analytics to optimize inputs, boost yields, and promote sustainable farming practices.

The role is fully remote, requires a Master’s degree and 5+ years in precision agriculture or GIS, and you will design programs, build predictive models, and create