Remote Agronomy Lead, Data-Driven Crop Optimization

Placements24; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a senior agronomist to lead remote operations, applying data analytics, satellite imagery and predictive modeling to optimise crop performance. You will develop strategies across diverse regions, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with distributed teams to drive sustainable farming, efficiency and innovation from a home office.

The role emphasizes autonomy, strong communication, and a track record in crop management and sustainable practices, with global exposure and

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Agronomy or related field is required.
• 7+ years progressive agronomy experience with crop management
• Strong skills in remote sensing, GIS, and data analytics tools

Responsibilities

• Develop agronomic strategies using remote sensing data and analytics.
• Analyze satellite imagery, weather, and soil data for crop management insights.
• Lead precision agriculture initiatives and collaborate with remote teams.
• Mentor junior agronomists and share technical expertise.

Skills

Remote sensing

GIS

Data analytics

Python

ArcGIS

QGIS

Satellite imagery

Crop management

Communication skills

Leadership potential

Education

Master's or PhD in Agronomy

Tools

R

Python

ArcGIS

QGIS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a senior agronomist to lead remote operations, applying data analytics, satellite imagery and predictive modeling to optimise crop performance. You will develop strategies across diverse regions, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with distributed teams to drive sustainable farming, efficiency and innovation from a home office.

The role emphasizes autonomy, strong communication, and a track record in crop management and sustainable practices, with global exposure and