Data Engineer (6-month Contractor, to FT Data Director position)

We are seeking a skilled Data Engineer to develop and manage a comprehensive, user-friendly Data Management and Monitoring System for Farm from a Box. This system will seamlessly integrate hardware functionality, IOT field data, and general farm management, providing farmers with actionable insights to improve efficiency, productivity, and market competitiveness. This role starts as a 6-month contractor position, with the objective of building the roadmap and MVP that can be scaled through a FT leadership role in Q1 2025. For the right candidate, this is an opportunity to put your Data Architecture skills to work and design and implement a co-developed data strategy that you can grow with and lead.

Qualifications:

• Ideally, M.S. in CompSci or Data Science who can both customize/use existing AI/data models and develop a system around them. Proven experience in data architecture and software development, preferably within the agricultural sector.
• Strong understanding of API integrations and real-time data monitoring.
• Experience with centralized data platforms and web-based dashboards.
• Ability to develop user personas, map user stories, and design ecosystem maps.
• Familiarity with ESG scorecards and sustainability tracking is a plus.

Key Deliverables:

• Conduct a system audit and build a comprehensive data dictionary.
• Develop and implement a data management and monitoring system and centralized UX-friendly platform.
• Develop and launch pilot MVP of the app and platform.
• Create an ESG/ROI scorecard (with secondary goal to track SBTi & Climate Targets for B2B).

Planned Roadmap: While we have specific needs for this 6-month contract, we aim to co-develop a robust Data Strategy through this position, addressing our short-term needs and building a long-term plan as a team.

Why Join Us:

• Be a part of an innovative and mission-driven organization.
• Work on groundbreaking projects that impact global food systems.
• Collaborate with a passionate and dynamic team dedicated to sustainable agriculture.

Application Process: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and why they are a great fit for this role. The team is currently remote-first with a hub office in San Francisco and optional in-person work for those located in the area. We have company offsites twice a year to bring the full team together in person, and occasional travel is expected as part of the job.

We consider applicants of all backgrounds. If you are excited about what we’re building but don't meet some of the criteria above, please don’t let that discourage you from applying. Please note, we are unable to accept applications from candidates outside of the US at this time.